Amy Tara Koch


Best Portable Massager: T Spheres

Soothe achy muscles and ease travel tension with T spheres ' pocket-size, rubber balls, which...  Read story

For the Road Warrior: Portable Massage Tools

Comet Massager Soothe cramped feet, legs, and shoulders with Homedics's hand-held, jam-in-your-briefcase vibrating Comet massager ($9.99 at Read story

A High Style Soireé

With the help of Vosges Haut-Chocolat owner, Katrina Markoff, we'll show how you can put together a deluxe party that will impress your clients, but won't...  Watch video

Common Food, Uncommon Cuisine

It's true: In many ways, chefs are the new rock stars. People are enthusiastic about novel pairings and high-concept plating. But, if you are like me, my ...  Read story

High/Low Cuisine with Chef Graham Elliot

Chefs are the new rock stars, and like Mick Jagger they are pushing boundaries and making art out of the commonplace. Graham Elliot is at the forefront, m...  Watch video

Buy from the Little Guy

I was driving around L.A. recently and was saddened to see "FOR LEASE" signs on many of my beloved mom-and-pop boutiques, stores, and restaurants. Which g...  Read story

Economy Got You Stressed?

With the economy down, anxiety levels are skyrocketing -- leaving stressed Americans with elevated heart rates, insomnia, neck crinks and tight, painful b...  Read story

Decompression D'jour

Acupuncture, relaxation gear, and the best ways to unwind from the stresses plaguing hectic globetrotters.   Watch video

The Art of Gift Giving

The age-old maxim "it's the thought that counts" still applies to gift etiquette. But let's be honest -- nobody relishes the thought of a fruitcake, padde...  Read story

Boardroom Chic(k)

Find out how to avoid boring, dowdy suits while still managing a look that conveys power and assurance. Combining elegant basics which cool accessories ca...  Watch video

The Alpha Gift Guide

Gifts for CEOs, execs, and lovers of the eclectic. test  Watch video

Sprucing Up Your Office

Find inspiration and determine the look and feel of your office space.   Watch video

Dress for Success

A simple fashion don't like, say, pleated khakis, octogenarian-style footwear, or a sweater that's three sizes too big is an instant dumpifier. (Definitio...  Read story

Dress for Success

Clothes, as they say, make the man. Even more true for the modern businessman. A look at some of today's fashion dos -- and more importantly, the fashion ...  Watch video

The Entrepreneur's Fountain of Youth

It's awful. You look in the mirror and see your parent. Or, on a bad day, a grandparent. It's official: Stress, travel, and lack of sleep wreak havoc on t...  Read story

Saving Face

The entrepreneurial life can take a toll on the mind, body, and soul. Why even the busiest CEO should take time out for a little pampering.   Watch video

Bespoke Demystified

There is a palpable swagger -- a fashion induced confidence, if you will -- innate to a well-dressed man. Fashion may not be top of mind to many ...  Read story

The A-B-C's of Bespoke Clothing

Since the 17th century, men of means have bought bespoke. But these dapper handmade suits made popular by Cary Grant and the Beatles are no longer reserve...  Watch video

How to Survive Your Next Business Trip

Road warriors have a cadre of tried and true travel tips that make simplify and chic-ify business travel -- a topic I explore in the latest episode of The...  Read story

Road Warrior

For many, deal making requires jaunts around the globe. But there's no reason you can't travel in style. A look at some of the hottest carry-ons, packing ...  Watch video

No Time to Exercise?

Everyone feels better when they work out. The problem? Finding time to get to the gym. Case in point? Moi. I, like most working mamas, have to finesse get...  Read story

Tap in to Your Inner Six Pack

Life on the road can be tough for business travelers. But a few simple exercises -- from the comfort of your hotel room -- can boost your energy and keep ...  Watch video

Introducing... The Guide

I'd like to welcome you to The Guide, a new blog designed to give modern entrepreneurs the tools they need to stay at the top of their games. My name is A...  Read story