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
Finance
Keep These 4 Things in Mind Before Selling Your Small Business
Knowing your value, seeking guidance and other keys to a meaningful transaction.
Success
5 Science-Proven Ways to Improve Your Memory
From people's names to sales data, there is a lot of information entrepreneurs need to be able to remember at any given moment. Here's how to improve your memory and retain more information.
Leadership
Ayesha Curry's 4 Tips for Managing Multiple Projects
This wife of an NBA All-Star is a superstar entrepreneur in her own right.
Innovation Now
10 Walt Disney Quotes That Could Boost Your Small Business
The iconic American entrepreneur had some magical insights about success.
Growth Strategies
Why Core Competencies Matter for Your Business
It's time to take advantage of strategic strengths.
Leadership
Assign These 7 Tasks to Your Virtual Assistant
Hiring a freelancer can cure your delegating woes.
Marketing
Why Customers Aren't Opening Your Emails
(Hint: You're doing one of these four things wrong.)
Starting a Business
How to Write An Unforgettable Company Mission Statement
It's your best and earliest shot at telling employees and the world what you're about.
Managing Employees
How to Keep Gen X Employees from Leaving Your Company
Strategies for keeping valued Gen X employees engaged in your business.
Lifestyle
How to Excel at Work Even If You Hate Your Job
It's the only true cure for a case of the Mondays.
Starting a Business
4 Common Traps When Starting a Nonprofit
What to watch out for before launching your altruistic business.
Running a Business
How to Delegate Better and Become a Great Leader
From productivity to company morale, here are the many benefits of delegating responsibility.
Culture
Why Hustle Culture Might Be Toxic to Your Business
Debunking a modern myth about company productivity.
sabbaticals
7 Ideas for Sabbaticals That Will Recharge You for Success
Immersing yourself in a passion project gives your fresh perspective on your life and career.
Crisis Management
Your Step-by-Step Guide to Overcoming a Business Crisis
Don't panic, take a deep breath and listen.