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Business News

Be an Icebreaker, Not an Icemaker

Tips to master the craft of civilized conversation.

Leadership

How to End a Conversation Gracefully Without Insulting Anyone

Conversations rarely close themselves, especially at networking events. Here's how to own a room and make graceful exits with confidence and charm.

Marketing

7 Cold Calling Secret Tips to Get Past Gatekeepers

Use these seven tips to build rapport that will get you past the gatekeeper.

Thought Leaders

5 Pieces of Advice I Never Expected to Give to Entrepreneurs

A venture investor discusses getting blindsided, saying no, human connection and more.

Collaboration

To Better Connect, Master the ... Pause

Taking a thoughtful pause allows you to convey more authority and warmth, and gives your listener an opportunity to contribute to the conversation.

Operations & Logistics

6 Conversations Entrepreneurs Must Have ASAP

Have these critical conversations sooner than later to get ahead of the crisis.

Growing a Business

7 Ways to Learn From Difficult Conversations

Uncomfortable encounters can actually help open the door for growth.

Growing a Business

Entrepreneur Insider Video of the Week: How Storytelling Drives the Purchase Process

Watch this free Entrepreneur Insider session with digital marketing expert Terry Rice, who explains how to tell stories that will drive sales.

Growing a Business

3 Tips to Turn Tough Conversations Into Profitable Ones

How might we learn how to say no?

Thought Leaders

Maximizing the Value of Experience Data

Think mobile first.

Leadership

Why Mastering the Art of Conversation Will Make You More Money

Don't guess about what people want -- let them tell you.

Growing a Business

5 Psychological Hacks to Make You a Better Business Conversationalist

Becoming a better business conversationalist means approaching your conversations like a master craftsman.

Money & Finance

Find a Way to Talk About Money With Your Partner (Without Making It Awkward)

Struggling to bring up finances with your significant other? Make the conversation easier with these tips.

Fundraising

Thanks, But I Really Don't Want Your 'Help'

What can you do to "help" my business? Buy something. Vague promises aren't going to cut it.