You’ve likely read the studies saying that those who wake up earlier are more successful. You may even have set the goal to adjust your wake-up time, sure that an extra hour or two at the start of the day is all you need. But deciding to wake up early and actually following through are two different things. If...

Whether you’re the top of the professional food chain or an employee running your first meeting, it’s important to own the meeting. This will let everyone knows who’s in charge and who they can turn to with questions or problems. Here are 25 ways you can own any meeting and be a better leader for...

In the digital age, we have a lot to distract us. There’s always something vying for our attention, and it’s gotten to the point that for many of us, our mind is racing all day. Shutting it down has become a real trial. A restful night may seem like an impossibility to you at this...

The freelancer economy is on the rise, with some experts estimating that 40 percent of the American workforce will work independently by 2020. For the many people already embracing the lifestyle, “office” means a variety of things. It could be a desk at a co-working space or a table at the local Starbucks. But in...

In my time working for and writing about startups, I’ve observed that people who deserve a raise the most are often the least likely to ask for one. It seems like every organization has that one workhorse who completes large numbers of tasks but who doesn’t seem to know their own worth. Sometimes people forget...

Right now we’re experiencing a bit of a contraction in the tech ecosystem, as many companies announce layoffs and venture capitalists slow down their investing. In my opinion this is just a natural, appropriate reaction to a lack of strong business fundamentals among some companies and not a precursor to a major collapse of some sort....

If you work for a living, your life is most likely filled with noise. From the time your alarm goes off in the morning to the time you go to bed at night, there’s very little silence. Yet too much noise has been linkedto dangerous health conditions like high blood pressure and heart disease. Persistent...

As minimum wages go up, and employees demand more and more extras, CEOs and managers are faced with some tough decisions. Fortunately, automation can provide the perfect solution as it allows companies to not only save money but time. It lets companies keep essential employees and a healthy bottom line. Here are some of the top ways...

The sales funnel is for real. A business that takes it seriously scores higher on the conversion scoreboard. When followed accurately, conversion optimization tips help avoid funnel mistakes. The best tips to optimize a site’s conversion rate are: CTA placement and prominence Call to action (CTA) buttons decide the fate of a business site. How...

The sales funnel is for real. A business that takes it seriously scores higher on the conversion scoreboard. When followed accurately, conversion optimization tips help avoid funnel mistakes. The best tips to optimize a site’s conversion rate are: CTA placement and prominence Call to action (CTA) buttons decide the fate of a business site. How...