Thought Leaders
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'Show Me the Money!': How this Talent Agent Helps Stars Like Tracy McGrady and Gradey Dick Turn Their Platforms Into Multi-Million Dollar Brands
Cecil White, a top agent at WME Sports, assists high-profile athletes in turning their platforms into lucrative brand deals by aligning their personal values with strategic partnerships.
9 Questions Leaders Should Ask Themselves to Help End Employee Burnout
While eating well, moving your body and getting rest are familiar wellness mantras and advice that continue to ring true year after year, employers can go further for the well-being of their employees in 2025.
100+ Investments Later, These Are the 7 Qualities I Always Look For in a Founder
These are the non-negotiable traits that set exceptional founders apart and turn great ideas into thriving businesses.
They Asked Me to Fudge the Numbers — What I'd Tell My 25-Year-Old Self About Standing Up to Leadership
Every day, high-powered senior leaders ask a lot of their teams. Sometimes, we disagree but succumb to the pressure to say yes. Before you sell your soul, know you have options in how you respond.
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4 Business Principles That Can Turn Your Marriage into a True Partnership
Seeing your marriage as crucial to your success can turn it from a burden into a source of strength. A strong relationship helps you face challenges and seize opportunities with confidence.
A Simple 3-Word Mantra Helped This Serial Entrepreneur Build Brands Like GameStop and Laura Mercier
Discover Gary Kusin's winning formula for success.
'Desperation Can Lead to Greatness': What Surviving an Avalanche Taught This Adventurer About Finding Purpose
Mountain climber, photographer and writer Cory Richards shares life lessons from his new book "The Color of Everything: A Journey to Quiet the Chaos Within."
How to Harness the Power of Fear and Transform It Into a Leadership Strength
Fear is one of the most powerful influences in human behavior and therefore plays a vital role in leadership. It has the power to drive decision dynamics, team performance and organizational productivity.
5 Things to Do (and 1 Thing to Avoid) to Reach Your Entrepreneurial Goals in 2025
To start the new year out strong and reset your expectations, here are five things to do now and one thing to avoid to reach the goals you've laid out for the months ahead.
How to Supercharge Your Brand With Celebrity and Influencer Partnerships
There's nothing quite like the power of celebrity to bring awareness and attention to your products and services. Here are a few pointers for how you can leverage a well-known personality to drive your marketing objectives on just about any budget.
Your Personality is Power — Develop These 3 Techniques to Create an Influence That Lasts
Master these three simple techniques to leave a lasting impression and amplify your impact.
I'm Living Through the California Wildfires — Here's How Every Business Can Prepare For a Natural Disaster
My company is based in southern California; I've had to evacuate my home once already because of the fires. It's been very touch-and-go — but I'm still running my business. Here's what I've learned about being prepared for any natural disaster, especially as they become commonplace.
Meet the Millennial Founder Who Built a $10 Billion Startup On an Ancient Philosophy: 'There's No Better System Than Nature'
With Notion, Ivan Zhao built a digital workspace that Gen Z is flocking to. The key to his success? Consider the humble beetle.
There Are Three Types of 'No,' Says the World's Leading Door-to-Door Sales Expert. Here's How to Know Which One You're Hearing
I've heard "no" more times than I can count. Here's how I turn objections into sales.
8 Winning Strategies for Succeeding in a Hyper-Competitive Market
This article highlights essential considerations and powerful strategies for excelling in a fiercely competitive and oversaturated market.
