Advice For The Young At Heart
How To Boost Your Chances Of Getting That Dream Job
There are a lot of things a young professional can do to boost your chances of getting towards your end goal of that dream job that you trained so hard for. Here are three easy steps that will help you do just that.
7 Things That Can Kill A Startup
Nate Vickery points out seven mistakes that business owners make that can ruin them early on.
3 Low-Cost Marketing Strategies For Startups
One of the biggest issues facing startups is a lack of capital. Not only do they have to deal with the possible debt they incurred during product development, but they are under pressure to have sufficient sales to keep the business afloat. Fortunately, there are many low-cost marketing methods any startup can use to gain traction.
Entrepreneurs Must Avoid Falling Prey To A Commitment Trap
Entrepreneurs who challenge their own assumptions about why things are happening, and are aware of their cognitive biases and irrational tendences, stand a greater chance of making better decisions.
Four Things To Consider When Taking Your Startup Global
Going international is an entirely new ball game. When you're running a startup with big ambitions but limited resources, you can't afford a single misstep. If you're wondering how to take your startup global, here's some advice.
Five Critical Steps For Building A Successful Startup
If you have an idea that you are truly passionate about, there are a few key tips Mike Matousek, CEO and founder of Flashnotes.com recommends you consider before starting your own business.
Four Lessons New Entrepreneurs Can Learn From Walmart
With annual sales of more than $1 billion, Walmart is easily one of the largest companies in the United States. Entrepreneurs hoping to operate their own companies can learn a thing or two from this retail giant.
Four Things Rookie Entrepreneurs Should Focus On
Here are four things you should focus on if you feel that you are destined to pursue your business dream.
Finding A Mentor To Better Your Business
Finding a business mentor isn’t a difficult undertaking, but is one that requires you to be thorough and unrelenting – you get what you give type deal. Sara Fletcher offers some suggestions.
How To Start A Small Auto Repair Business
When it comes to a recession-proof business in these continued tough economic times it doesn't come much better than the auto repair business. Here are a few suggestions for things to consider when starting one.
Why Old-School Communication Skills Are The Competitive Edge New Grads Need
Communication expert Geoffrey Tumlin shares eight ways for recent grads to hone their communication skills — and differentiate themselves from the rest of the working world newbies.
[Infographic] 8 CEOs Who Made Their Fortune Before They Were 30
Youth is no barrier to entrepreneurship, as the likes of Mark Zuckerberg - who founded Facebook at the tender age of 20 - has shown. Here's an infographic that looks at eight new young entrepreneurs are making their own mark on the world.
Raising The Bar: What Are You Worth?
How much are you worth today? It’s a question we must ask ourselves as we embark on any new project, says Andrew Collins, founder & CEO of Mailman Group
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The Way You Do Anything Is The Way You Do Everything
When many entrepreneurs hit a snag, they point the finger at outside factors. But Suzanne Evans says that you, and you alone, are the source of your success or failure. Here, excerpted from her book are 10 inconvenient but ironclad truths that all business owners should take to heart.
Five Learnings Of Growing From A Local Online Startup To An International Business
Being part of an ambitious fast-growing business is pretty awesome, but it is not something that comes without dangers. Willem Nout, project manager and Head of Search for Flipit.com shares five tips he has learned in the last few years.
Common Sense Business Advice You Don’t Need An MBA To Implement
Most people think that you need years of experience or an MBA to start your own company, and this is not necessarily true. Sometimes it just takes a little common sense to know how to get your own company going.
Thinking Big: How To Beat Big Competitors As A Small Business
Small business owners must understand the competitive advantages that they have and find out what they are able to offer that large companies cannot provide, argues Lewis Robinson.
How To Weather The Storm As A Young Startup
The numbers are bleak for start-up success. Only 1 in every 10 will survive the first year of operation due to various reasons. High on the list of reasons is the lack of sufficient capital.
Is Your Grad Ready For The Real World? 22 Pieces of Advice You’ll...
If your child is about to graduate college and officially enter the real world, you may be worried about his or her readiness. Here, parent and author Ben Carpenter shares 22 pieces of success-oriented advice to pass on to your child.
5 Crucial Steps To Becoming A Savvy Entrepreneur
If you’ve crossed over into entrepreneurship it’s time to get serious, says Donny Gamble Jr., founder of Personalincome.org. He lists down five items you need to address in order to get yourself up to speed as a newbie.
11 Tips For Entrepreneurs
CEO of Selective Search Mitchell Berk shares 11 key pieces of advice for aspiring entrepreneurs that has served him well during his 37 year career in starting and building businesses.
5 Tips For Gen Ys Managing Older Employees
One of the biggest challenges facing young leaders today is managing members of their teams who are literally old enough to be their parents. Nicole Laurrari, President of The EGC Group shares some strategies she's learned in her experience of managing more seasoned workplace veterans which have allowed me to get the most out of abilities and talents.
Should I Work First?
I received an email from a reader yesterday asking for some advice. I thought the answer may be applicable to some of you and...
6 Tips For Surviving The First Five Years In Business
Entrepreneur Frances Kweller, founder and CEO of Kweller Prep, offers advice on how to survive your first five years in business.
Millennials Dream Of Being Entrepreneurs: 7 Tips For Starting A Small Business
More than one-in-three American workers today are millennials, and this year they surpassed Gen X to become the largest share of the American workforce, according to an analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data by Pew Research Center. Lou Casale, Head of Communications, Hiscox USA shares some important tips for millennials who are considering taking the courageous leap to start their own business.
Four Habits To Help You Make Better Decisions Now
Whether you're navigating a career decision or expanding your business, when complex problems come into your life it's useful to know how to deal with uncertainty in a way that boosts your confidence and that gives you conviction that the path you choose may be a successful one. Cheryl Strauss Einhorn, author of "Problem Solved: A Powerful System for Making Complex Decisions with Confidence and Conviction" shares four tips to make better decisions.
9 Ways To Make Sure Your Small Business Is Better Off Four Years From...
If you’re the owner of a small company, the founders of Barefoot Wine have a word of advice: Stop fretting about Washington, DC, and direct your energies closer to home. They offer nine proven basics to help your business thrive long term.
[Infographic] What You Need To Know To Be Productive At Work
Here's an infographic by Davitt Corporate Partners that looks at how your environment at work can have an impact on your levels of productivity, coupled with helpful tips on how you can ensure a productive workspace and much more.
New Year, New Finances – How To Keep Your Small Business Finances In Control
Instead of letting your businesses’ finances cloud your day-to-day, Ken LaRoe, Chairman and CEO of First GREEN Bank suggests you make the steps to take control this year: revisit, rethink and refuel.
5 Tactics To Help Invest Before Graduating College
College students and recent grads might feel more worried about paying rent or the interest rates on their student loans, but investing early can start you off on the path of having money coming in outside of what you make at your job.