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Thought Leaders

4 Attributes the Best Leaders Constantly Hone

The capacity to inspire others to achieve more is what defines leadership.

By Tor Constantino

Entrepreneurs

Take These 25 Steps to Complete the Journey of Reinventing Yourself

People grow, circumstances change. To cope and thrive you must take stock of who you are and who you are becoming.

By John Rampton

Building a Business

Find the Right Level of Candor With This Quick Guide

People appreciate honesty and directness, but those things can just as easily backfire if you do it incorrectly.

By Jeff Boss

Building a Business

The One Question on Every Person’s Mind — Do Others Like and Want to Work With Me?

Almost no one works in a vacuum. Here's how to evaluate whether you're earned social endorsement among your peers.

By Doug and Polly White

Entrepreneurs

The Simple Thing That Can Earn, or Lose, the Respect of Others

Rediscover the lost art of punctuality and watch your life improve.

By Adam Toren

Thought Leaders

10 Acts of Kindness Remarkable People Perform Each Day

Individuals that others look up to are always thinking of others and looking for ways to positively influence and contribute.

By Sherrie Campbell

Building a Business

3 Reasons Your Follow Up Sucks

Did you meet someone who could potentially boost your business? Don't screw it up with these mistakes.

By Adam Callinan

Thought Leaders

7 Ways Growing Your Startup Is Like Writing a Novel

It starts with an idea and, unless you're willing to work hard and risk falling on your face, that's all it will ever be.

By Jon Nastor

Thought Leaders

How Important Is Emotional Intelligence to Success in Business?

There are many valid definitions of EQ, but we think about it as four quadrants that look at the self and others.

By Doug and Polly White

Building a Business

5 Ways to Be a More Effective People Person

Want your social butterfly to soar? Try these tips.

By Jeff Boss

Building a Business

Do We Really Need to Shake Hands?

Many people are grossed out by moist or sweaty hands, and some fear germs and dirt, but what's the alternative?

By Deborah Mitchell

Thought Leaders

4 Strategies to Improve How You Deal With Conflict

It's not the disagreement that's the issue, it's how you approach expressing your views.

By Jeff Boss

Building a Business

What Truly Matters Most in Life and in the Game of Business

We all want to get ahead in this world, but that shouldn't come at the expense of this vital thing.

By Matt Mayberry

Building a Business

Why I’m Willing to Have Coffee With Anyone

An entrepreneur living and working in Hong Kong describes the benefits he's found since being completely open to invitations.

By Josh Steimle

Thought Leaders

Why You Have to Get Better at Saying ‘No’

If your people-pleasing ways are hurting your business and productivity, it's time to rethink your strategy.

By Michael Hess

Building a Business

Be Wary of These 8 Behaviors That Could Signal Later Troubles

When you are considering working with a new person, watch out for these red flags.

By Stephen Key

Building a Business

How ‘Saved By The Bell’ Reminded Me of the Power of Networking

You never know who you're going to be introduced to, so cultivate your network now with these tips.

By Darrah Brustein

Building a Business

How to Avoid People Who Will Do Nothing But Waste Your Time

You've most likely encountered them while conducting business: Those who just talk without taking actions. Here are some tips to deal with them.

By Adam Callinan

Online Presence

Prepare for That Big Meeting by Studying the Hints Your Prospect Leaves Online

It is nearly rude not to examine all the social-media clues we glean about people with whom a good relationship is important.

By Eddy Ricci

Thought Leaders

5 Powerful Poker Tips That Shaped an Engineer Turned Executive

A tech professional was not picking up on essential people cues. Playing cards cured him.

By Peter S. Cohan