I'm an Inc. 500|5000 CEO!
I'm really proud that for the 4th year in a row, VerticalResponse has made... Read story
BASEMENT TO BOARDROOM 
Janine Popick
Breaking Up…With Customers
Here at VerticalResponse , because of the nature of our low-cost, Read story
Leadership Tactics: Brute Force vs. Consensus
I was watching one of my favorite movies, The Bourne Ultimatum starring Matt Damon. I think I probably have seen this movie about 10 times and no... Read story
When Business Gets Emotional
I have been in countless business situations and discussions where emotions tend to take over and we end up harboring some sort of resentment towards the ... Read story
Dealing with Office Gender Dynamics
It doesn't matter if you're in fashion or you're in law, working in an environment where there are a lot of women can be either really fun, or an incredib... Read story
It’s OK to Run a Company Without an MBA
I've met many women who are truly amazing leaders. I've followed many women who are top-notch and have amazing degrees. One of my best friends has a Maste... Read story
It’s OK to Run a Company Without an MBA
I've met many women who are truly amazing leaders. I've followed many women who are top-notch and have amazing degrees. One of my best friends has a Maste... Read story
The Power of the Apology
I've worked for a bunch of companies spanning from New York to the Bay Area, both large and small. I have noticed in all of these companies that women apo... Read story
A Mother's Day Tribute to Women in Business
Earlier this year, my company VerticalResponse signed on as the lead sponsor for StartupNation's "Read story
Use Your Words: Is it OK to Swear at Work?
Economy got you pulling your hair out, or feeling like you want to scream expletives at work? Well, why not bring on a little swearing at the office? It m... Read story
Business Development – Is it A Boy’s Club?
I have to admit, sometimes it's hard writing about situations that speak to women in business because I don't always think "like a woman." I think "like a... Read story
Smart Spending Tips
Since we've seen the markets go crazy for weeks, it's due time to take a closer look at how we can shave to save. Every little bit helps, especially in a ... Read story
How to Get Heard in a Meeting Full of Men
There you are, one of two women in a meeting room full of men, or perhaps in a loud bar one woman among four other men -- trying, trying hard to get a wor... Read story
Don't Hire Before You Need To
You meet a lot of great people -- and potentially great employees -- doing business. But until you're fully ready to engage them in a job, those g... Read story
Don't Hire Before You Need To
You meet a lot of great people -- and potentially great employees -- doing business. But until you're fully ready to engage them in a job, those great finds ... Read story
Welcome New Employees with Open Arms
Here's how you can make new employees feel like part of the family the first day they walk in. It's never been harder to attract great empl... Read story
Welcome New Employees with Open Arms
Here's how you can make new employees feel like part of the family the first day they walk in. Read story
Working With Your Friends
Put up boundaries before your friends get too cozy being the boss's buddy. Have you ever hired a friend? Someone you may have wor... Read story
Working With Your Friends
Put up boundaries before your friends get too cozy being the boss's buddy. Read story
Relationships with Your Employees, at Each and Every Level
Keeping the small company feel alive at your growing business. Managing a growing company, I know how hard it is to maintain the close--kni... Read story
Relationships with Your Employees, at Each and Every Level
Keeping the small company feel alive at your growing business. Read story
Hiring and Retaining Good Employees... It's Tough!
You need rock stars, not Milli Vanilli! Here are a few things you can do to ensure your hiring and retention efforts attract and keep genuinely great employees. Read story
Doing a Deal With a Huge Male Ego
Don't let a huge male ego discourage you from making a deal. Here's some advice on how you can handle the situation. Read story
Dressing for Success
Women in corporate America are expected to wear suits, but successful women CEOs can just as easily be found in jeans. Read story
Keep Your Friends Close. Keep Your Enemies Closer
Befriending the competition can help grow your business. Really. Read story
To Start or Not To Start a Business with Your Spouse
Starting a business with the one you love might sound dreamy, but you should give it careful consideration before making the business commitment. Read story
Five Reasons Why You Should Blog for Your Business
My company VerticalResponse is in the business of enabling small businesses to create and deliver email news... Read story
