Thought Leaders
How to Eradicate Toxic Behavior in the Workplace — and 3 Ways to Prevent It in the First Place
By taking these preventative actions, leaders can keep workplaces healthy.
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Building a Business
How to Transform Your Organization Through Shared Narratives
Change in organizations is difficult and often met with resistance for reasons ranging from the liability of past success to escalating commitment. Improvisational theater and the power of creating shared narratives provide a rich metaphor and helpful tips for making change more successful.
By Sam Rockwell
Thought Leaders
You Need to Listen More to Lead Better — 5 Tactics for Leaders to Bridge the Communication Gap With Their Team
If business moves at the speed of relationships, leaders must do more than talk a good game.
Human Resources
Cut the Chit-Chat and Get to Work — Why It’s Time for More Minimal Meetings
"Can you jump on a call?" is a common question in our modernized working world. However, is it time to rethink this? Ingvar Kamprad was a firm believer in keeping meetings minimal, and my experiences building Bubbles led me to concur with that. Let's explore.
By Tom Medema
Building a Business
How Saying ‘Yes’ to Every Opportunity Helped My Startup Make $1 Million in the First Year
The conventional wisdom for entrepreneurs to say "no" to opportunities can be counterproductive early on. Embracing "yes" can lead to discovering your strengths, finding valuable collaborators and identifying your business niche — ultimately earning you the privilege to say "no" later.
By Rob Grazioli
Building a Business
How to Become the Most Valuable Employee At Your Company
We asked owners on our list of America's Favorite Mom & Pop Shops® to tell us about their MVP team members.
Human Resources
How Being a More Generous Leader Drove My Company’s Success
There is no time like the present to think more about others than oneself. Give generously in all you do: your time, energy, enthusiasm, caring and financial impact. Your company, clients, community and team will thank you.
Thought Leaders
Rude, Uncivil Behavior Destroys Productivity and Drives Turnover — Here’s How to Foster a Respectful Work Environment
Discussing the negative impact of uncivil behavior in the workplace and how to ensure civility on your team.
By C. Lee Smith
Thought Leaders
4 Leadership Lessons I Learned While Disrupting an Industry
Purpose-driven leadership, rooted in calculated risks and a strong culture, fosters lasting success and meaningful impact in your business.
By Kelly Price
Human Resources
This Election Season Full of Deepfakes, Doubts and Disinformation Should Motivate You to Do Your Own Research — Here’s How to Uncover the Truth
Here's how entrepreneurs can leverage election season insights to uncover truth, improve decision-making and better understand human behavior in business.
Thought Leaders
This Leadership Expert’s 4-Question ‘Brutal Focus’ Method Beats Burnout and Boosts Productivity — Here’s How It Works
Dr. Carla Fowler, a physician-scientist turned founder of executive coaching firm THAXA, reveals how to get the best work done.
By Amanda Breen
Thought Leaders
The Hidden Truths That Could Lead to Your Business’s Downfall — and How to Uncover Them
Hidden factors, such as unspoken emotions and unacknowledged experiences, can significantly impact business outcomes. By addressing these hidden dynamics, leaders can foster a more open, productive and humane work environment that aligns with the true values of the company.
Building a Business
She Imagined a Specific Type of Culture Before Starting Her Business — Then Grew It From 1 Cart to Cult Status: ‘Magical Things Happening’
When Salt & Straw CEO and co-founder Kim Malek dreamed up a Portland-based ice cream shop in 1996, she wanted to prioritize community in more ways than one.
By Amanda Breen
Human Resources
Your Business Will Fail Without Innovation — Here’s How to Weave It Into Your Culture
Learn the practical steps to foster creativity and collaboration within your own organization and stay ahead in today's competitive market.
Thought Leaders
3 Signs You’re a Bad Leader — and How to Fix It Before It’s Too Late, According to a Leadership Expert
Deborah Rubin, Psy.D., senior partner and head of board and CEO services at RHR International, explains this all-too-common problem.
By Amanda Breen
Thought Leaders
If You Want to Honor Women’s Equality Day, Start by Re-evaluating the Performance Feedback You Give Women at Work
Consider the following three ways we can start mitigating our bias when it comes to how we evaluate women's performance.
By Mita Mallick
Thought Leaders
Employee Disengagement is the Silent Crisis Hurting Your Profitability — These 4 Strategies Will Keep Your Top Talent Engaged
Top performers are the backbone of your company, but they require a unique approach to engagement and motivation.
Building a Business
How to Drive Revenue and Improve Company Culture During Election Season Without Being Political
With a couple of months until Election Day, now's the time to think about how to encourage voters, work for a better community and even drive sales.
Thought Leaders
5 Powerful Ways to Make Your Company Somewhere Employees Can Truly Thrive
Here's how to create a psychologically safe organizational culture where your employees can reach their full potential.
By Yumna Aysen
Thought Leaders
Building a Fulfilling Workplace — How to Create an Environment Where Your Team Thrives
A successful company relies on more than numbers; it relies on a workforce of employees who are excited to innovate and push your business forward.
Human Resources
I Have Coached Thousands of Top Tier Gen Z Talent — Here’s What They Really Want at Work That Will Make Them Stay
In today's hyper-competitive job market, attracting and engaging with Gen Z candidates has become a paramount concern for large-scale organizations striving to stay ahead.
By Byron Slosar
Thought Leaders
These Are The 3 Books That Rewrote This CEO’s Approach to Leadership
The quest for growth and knowledge is unending. As a leader, I've found invaluable insights and inspiration not in the boardroom, but on the quiet shelves of my bookcase.
By Adam Povlitz
Human Resources
Toxic Workplaces Burn Cash and Crush Morale — 7 Ways to Build a Culture Everyone Wants to Join
Having worked for almost two decades in the hiring industry, here are ways to create a company culture that will retain your top talent, save you money and help your business grow.
By Lesley Pyle
Thought Leaders
These 4 Daily Choices Helped Me Pave My Own Path to the C-Suite by Age 36
"Just work hard" used to be all it took to get to the top. Today's business landscape often values much more than this. Being innovative, agile and proactive are the skills that win the game today. Here's how you can use them to differentiate yourself.
Thought Leaders
5 Common Personnel Problems and How to Address Them
Discussing common personnel problems businesses face and strategies leaders can use to fix these issues and improve their company culture.
Thought Leaders
7 Strategies for Building a Strong Company Culture in a Hybrid Work Environment
This article provides strategies for building a strong and cohesive company culture in a hybrid work environment, articulating your mission and values, effective communication, inclusivity, employee engagement and flexible policies.
By Wei Hsu
Thought Leaders
How to Spot the Perfect Executive for Your Company
Hiring senior talent to run a team is a crucial moment in the story and trajectory of a company. Whether you need to hire senior talent now or are looking to gather insights for the future, it's important to be prepared for a gap in a crucial leadership position.
By Brad Rencher