Thought Leaders
5 Bad Decision-Making Habits That Can Destroy Your Business
A deliberative, thoughtful process for making decisions doesn't guarantee a good result but it makes one more likely.
By Larry Alton
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Building a Business
Stuck? 3 Ways to Push Through to Your Next Decision.
As an entrepreneur, there will be times when you have a few options for the next step but don't know which choice you should make.
Thought Leaders
SXSW Thought Leaders on Failing Better & Finding Your Way
Couldn't make the conference? Didn't take great notes? Here's our roundup of some of the best tips from thought leaders you'd do well to remember.
Thought Leaders
Consider These 5 Factors Before Making Your Next Big Decision
With the increase in abundance and the rate at which information travels, decision-makers are left facing an onslaught of pressure against unexpected and uncontrollable forces.
By Jeff Boss
Building a Business
Your Anxiety Contributes to Your Bad Decisions
A new study shows anxiety-prone individuals struggle with making decisions when exposed to uncertainty.
By Lisa Evans
Thought Leaders
Stop Reacting and Start Responding
Virtually all of your thoughts and feelings are conditioned responses to past experiences. But if your strategy is flawed, you'll continue to get low returns on your efforts.
Business News
One Simple Exercise That Can Help You Think Through Any Big Decision
With a little mental finesse, anxiety can be an ally -- even when it comes to decision making.
By Drake Baer
Thought Leaders
A Simple Solution to Taking Things Personally and Overreacting
When you are facing an issue, just ask yourself a simple question before taking any action.
By Stephen Key
Building a Business
Why ‘Maybe’ Is Your Enemy in Business
Why the M-word isn't good enough for things that really matter.
Thought Leaders
Decisions, Decisions: What Separates Leaders From the Rest
The real leaders are those who take action.
Thought Leaders
Leadership Training Backed by Former U.S. Presidents? It’s Happening.
The first class of the Presidential Leadership Scholars program has begun.
By Nina Zipkin
Building a Business
Why Business That Use ‘Big Data’ Make More Money (Infographic)
You have probably heard people talk about 'big data.' If your eyes start to glaze over when that term is mentioned, get your Big Data 101 Intro lesson here.
Building a Business
The Help You Need Is There for the Asking
Reaching out for help when you need it is crucial when you've taken on the grueling and often lonely work of building a business.
Thought Leaders
Know When to Trust Your Gut
To be successful, you've got to learn when to trust your own ideas and when to let go to gain a broader perspective.
By Steve Tobak
Building a Business
Manage People as Adults Not as Children
Realize more creativity and productivity from employees with these six techniques.
Thought Leaders
8 Steps to Make Things Happen Now in Your Business
Avoid future regret. Steer your own course. Realize all the plans that are possible in a world of uncertainty.
Building a Business
How to Be Smarter
Life and business are both based around making smart decisions. That's not as hard as it sounds.
By Steve Tobak
Thought Leaders
5 Criteria to Consider When Making Your Next Big Decision
Leaders must, at any point, be willing to make a split-second decision with potentially long-lasting and profound impacts.
By Jeff Boss
Marketing
Solve Your Buyers’ Problems by Changing Their Perspective
Move a potential customer into purchase mode by focusing on the long-term view, not troubling current trends.
By Jeff Shore
Thought Leaders
Know When to Double Down in Business
Running a startup can resemble playing a game of blackjack. Be savvy and strategic yet willing to take risks at the right moment.
By Marty Fukuda
Entrepreneurs
Solitude Can Be Your Most Powerful Thinking Tool
Life can be hectic at times and get the best of us. Find time to be alone with your thoughts and find solutions.
Thought Leaders
4 Ways to Overcome Self-Doubt
Learn how to manage stress and dips in confidence so you can effectively pursue your goals.
Thought Leaders
Practice Triage in Making Business Decisions
Business leaders should categorize choices by their potential impact to improve quality and speed.
Business Ideas
Get Your Innovation Mojo Back With These 8 Tips
Let's face it: most big companies are bad at innovating.
Building a Business
Paying to Play Puts More Skin in the Game
Whether you're giving out advice or launching a new product, if they're not paying, they're not paying attention.
Entrepreneurs
How to Know When to Move On From the Business You Built
Figure out if the next step in your business is to leave it.
By J.D. Roth
Thought Leaders
10 Actions That Highlight You as a Leader
It's time to take a hard look in the mirror to see how many of these already show in your persona, and which need a bit more of your focus and learning.