In the third chapter of his new book, Smartcuts, author Shane Snow discusses the use of “The F Word” in business. No, it’s not that F word. The word he’s talking about is “failure.” Starting anything, especially a business, is risky. Nobody ever succeeded without risking...
Angel investing is a great way to make a lot of money. It’s also a fast way to lose all your money. Either way, angel investing is on the rise! The "Shark Tank" tv show and over a dozen websites increasingly have people thinking about...
We all saw it happen this summer. It started with a video of one of your friends dumping a bucket of ice water over his or her head. Then it was two videos. Then it was five. And suddenly, celebrities, politicians, and thought leaders alike...
It's that time of year again. As my children and I prepare their costumes and pick which scary movies to watch at night, I realized that I love the scary Halloween spirit. The wind is howling, it's getting darker earlier, and homes are decorated with...
If you’re looking for a job for the first time, on track for a promotion or simply growing your client and network base, what people find when they Google your name can quickly derail your efforts.Just how important is your online presence to your career?Plain...
It's that time of the year: the leaves are falling off the trees, the weather outside is getting colder, and your calendar is packed with conferences and events before the holiday season slows things down next month.Many business professionals and small business owners spend time...
In early 2013, I had a call with a writer named Jeff Haden. A few weeks before our call, Jeff had written an article about being "likeable." I had thought to myself, "Wow, I need to chat with that guy." I had no idea, however,...
In this series of posts, Influencers and members share their advice for entrepreneurs. Read all the posts here and write your own (use the hashtag #mystartupstory in the body of your post), or upload a SlideShare.Building a business is no easy feat. As a two-time...
Holiday gift giving can be stressful. Especially when it comes to your employees, mentors, associates, clients, and advisors. My favorite gifts to give (and frankly, to receive) are business books. Business books are often more valuable than their cost, to the recipient who can dive...
It's that time of the year. The eggnog is flowing, the party hats have been purchased, and you're thinking about who you're going to be kissing at midnight. Yes, it's just about time for New Year's, 2015, and that means one more thing: New Year's...