About John Boitnott
John Boitnott is a longtime digital media consultant and journalist living in San Francisco. He's written for Venturebeat, USA Today and FastCompany.
More From John Boitnott
Small Business Heroes
How to Come Up With Startup Business Ideas in the Digital Era
Your idea doesn't have to be completely original, just better than what's available already.
Mental Health
These Strategies Help Entrepreneurs Combat Anxiety and Depression
The same character traits make people choose entrepreneurship can make them vulnerable to depression and anxiety.
Freelancers
5 Tips for Finding and Managing the Right Freelancer
Hiring a freelancer allows you to reap the benefits of a unique pool of talent.
Ready For Anything
How to Be a More Likable and Charismatic Leader
Charisma is a set of social skills that can be learned and improved upon.
Creativity
5 Ways to Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Creativity
You are far likelier to have a creative breakthrough cleaning your house than watching TV.
Project Management
The Pros and Cons of Project Management Software
Analog or digital? Here's why you should (or maybe shouldn't) use project management software.
SEO
7 Reasons Why SEO Matters for Every Startup
No matter how lean your startup, you can at least afford do-it-yourself SEO.
Sleep
Your Company Needs You to Put In a Full 8 Hours -- of Sleeping
Chronic poor sleep is hurting you and your company. Here's how to get enough of what you need.
Ready For Anything
Litigation Usually Isn't the Solution But Sometimes It Totally Is
Win or lose, your attorney is costing you hundreds of dollars an hour.
Ready For Anything
How to Ace Your Next Job Interview When You're the Boss
Needing to hire the right person is about as nerve wracking as needing the job.
Ready For Anything
5 Negotiating Lessons Entrepreneurs Can Learn From the Government Shutdown
Successful negotiations result from both sides knowing what is good enough.
Influencer Marketing
Be Careful How 'Fyre'd' up You Get About Influencer Marketing
Fyre Festival was an immense marketing success, which set it up to be an epic failure in execution.
Project Grow
5 Ways to Keep Yourself Inspired to Achieve Your Goals
Success requires reminding yourself why you chose your path.
Apps
New Report Reveals Most Popular Apps in Business Today
Microsoft Office remains very strong but is no longer dominant. Competitors are emerging.