"Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement and success have no meaning." -Benjamin Franklin Ever since I became a huge Oprah fan, I've become interested in becoming my best self. I'm a strong believer in self-improvement for both our professional and personal lives. In...
In January, Forbes contributor and fellow YEC member Michael Simmons uncovered the number 1 predictor of career success. According to network science, the predictor is that you must be in an open network. He points to Steve Jobs as one of the most networked entrepreneurs...
In 2007, I was a math teacher, living in Little Neck, Queens, with a vision for changing the world, starting with getting active in Queens politics. At a Queens Democrats club, I met a man named Jack Friedman, who was kind enough to mentor me,...
The flowers are beginning to blossom, baseball is back, and spring is in the air. Like it or not, It's time to do some spring cleaning! Embracing change is one of the hardest things a person can do. However, especially in a technologically driven world that's...
With so much information being circulated on a daily basis, it's not surprising that many people miss out on some of the most thought-provoking pieces. So, in an effort to help you stay in the information loop, I'll be sharing Inc.com's most popular articles each...
Competition in the workplace is more intense than ever. With all of the competition, how can you stand out from everyone else and get whatever offer you want? The best form of career insurance is becoming a recognized expert in your field, and my friend Dorie...
Whether at home or in the office, facing challenges is a natural part of our everyday lives. However, it's not unusual for those challenges make us question our abilities. If we're not prepared to tackle them, they can (and will) even keep us from reaching...
Social media has made personal branding and marketing more accessible and attainable than ever before, allowing professionals to establish themselves online within several weeks. The increased opportunity means increased competition, which means professionals need to thoroughly analyze and understand what each digital vehicle is meant to...
Some things never change in business: customer satisfaction, strong branding and monitoring your industry are all priorities that should remain strong year after year. Social media, on the other hand, is always changing, so how can you delineate between what is a trend and what...
Perhaps one of the most important skills in business and in life is the ability to negotiate. Whether you're trying to convince your 7 yr old to choose carrots over a french fries, or negotiating the right investment terms for your startup, this skill can help you...