Here is the dilemma: I have a business structure that requires about 17 full-time workers to be sustainable. However, I lack the capital to go out…
Ever find yourself waking up at the crack of dawn, bursting with energy and ready to own your to-do list and make things happen.. only to…
I’ve never really experienced a 9-5 job. Right out of college, I went straight into Headbands of Hope full-time. I did some internships that were structured…
Entrepreneurship
Respecting Other Cultures: Do Your Research Before an International Business Meeting
December 3, 2013When in Rome, do as the Romans do. If the Romans come to you, figure out what offends the Romans and avoid doing it. You’re in…
With the war for talent continuing to rage on in most external job markets, employers are finding it increasingly difficult to find and secure the talent…
Last week I wrote a post the 8 Ways to be Remarkable, in response to which an awesome reader Tyson asked this question: “What advice do…
Career Advice• Entrepreneurship
10 Tips to Prevent the Growth of Nasty Office Politics
December 2, 2013No matter your product, as a CEO of a burgeoning company you must be resolved that you are in the people business first, all else second.…
We all have felt downsized by someone at some moment in our lives. I know I have. I just never thought that following a career in…
Career Advice• Entrepreneurship
Advancing Your Career: Sometimes You Have to Put the “Nice” You Aside
December 2, 2013The cliche of the cutthroat businessman who wins at all costs has been done and overdone at least since Shakespeare wrote The Merchant of Venice. Our intuition…
Career Advice• Entrepreneurship• Startup Advice
Does Your Company’s City Affect Your Company’s Success?
December 1, 2013Q. Does the city you live in affect your working environment and your startup’s overall success? Be specific about how/why. The following answers are provided by…
