Character: Page 2

Thought Leaders

The 5 Characteristics of True Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs aren't like everyone else.

Resumes & Interviewing

5 Essentials for Building Your Entrepreneurial Dream Team

Few mistakes are more wrenching or harder to undo than hiring a bad fit for your startup.

Thought Leaders

3 Characteristics Successful Entrepreneurs Never Have

On the path to success, sometimes the things you don't do are as important as those you should.

Growing a Business

The 4 Resources Every Professional Needs to Succeed

Careers, presuming a dollop of luck, are shaped by the relationships we build, skills we learn, our character and how hard we're willing to work.

Business News

In Business, Nice Guys Finish First. Yes, Really.

CEOs who score high on traits like integrity and compassion deliver better results for shareholders, says a new book.

Thought Leaders

Are You Emotionally Intelligent? Here's How to Know for Sure.

Decades of research now point to emotional intelligence as being the critical factor that sets star performers apart from the rest of the pack.

Growing a Business

5 Lessons From a Father to a Son

Entrepreneurial challenges are immense, and as a young executive I used to find myself constantly turning to my father for advice.

Thought Leaders

Can This Secret Characteristic Every Entrepreneur Possesses Be Taught?

Researchers are looking at whether children can learn a trait that people need to build successful business.

Resumes & Interviewing

When Hiring, Take a Cue From the NBA and Look for Performance and Character

Billion-dollar sports franchises conduct in-depth background checks and administer personality profiles for possible draft picks. Here are eight things they look for.