OWNERS' MANUAL  

Jeff Haden learned much of what he knows about business and technology as he worked his way up in the manufacturing industry from forklift driver to manager of a 250-employee book plant. Everything else he picks up from ghostwriting books for some of the smartest innovators and leaders he knows in business. He has written more than 30 non-fiction books, including four Business and Investing titles that reached #1 on Amazon's bestseller list. He'd tell you which ones, but then he'd have to kill you. @jeff_haden


9 Hidden Qualities of Stellar Bosses

What your employees see you doing matters. But often it's what they can't see that matters more.  Read story

How to Automate Your Business for Fast Growth

Automation isn't just for corporate giants. Use these eight tips to get your business running more efficiently and effectively.  Read story

7 Iconic Bands that Changed the Business of Music

These trailblazers all sparked major changes in the music business. Use their examples as inspiration to shake up your industry.  Read story

How to Eliminate the Age-Old Conflict Between Sales & Accounting

Salespeople can be cats and accountants dogs... unless you step in and address the issue.  Read story

One Huge Step Every Great Boss Takes

Where your employees are concerned, one small step makes all the difference.  Read story

10 Things Extraordinary People Say Every Day

They're small things, but each has the power to dramatically change someone's day. Including yours.  Read story

5 Uncommon Thoughts That Guarantee Uncommon Success

Big ideas are great...but to be successful, all you need to do is decide you'll think differently than other people.  Read story

8 Awesome Resolutions You Actually Can--and Definitely Should--Keep

The vast majority of New Year's resolutions end in failure. Here's an easier, more effective approach to making awesome changes.  Read story

10 Horrible Excuses for Being a Lousy Boss

Are the "reasons" you aren't a better boss just excuses? Here are ten things you should never to say to yourself... and what to do instead.  Read story

17 Bold, Marginally Probable Business Predictions for 2013

Planning ahead? Here's what will definitely, maybe, probably-not-but-wouldn't-it-be-cool-if-it-did happen next year.  Read story

One Test Every Entrepreneur Must Take

Why you decide to start a business of your own matters almost as much as what kind of business you start.  Read story

6 Habits of Remarkably Likable People

They're charming. They're genuine. And they can make an entire room full of people smile.  Read story

Easiest Way to Win Friends and Influence People

Charm is good and cleverness never hurts. But there's one very simple thing you can do to create instant rapport with someone else.  Read story

6 Reasons Why You Hire the Wrong People

No business can afford to make hiring mistakes--especially the mistakes that come up again and again.  Read story

7 Easily Avoidable Reasons Why Entrepreneurs Fail

You have no excuse not to see these potential hurdles coming--so don't let them trip you up.  Read story

The Power of Praise

Do you only pay lip service to the value of praise and recognition? Here's a good way to find out.  Read story

9 Mistakes You're Making on LinkedIn

What separates the master networkers from the amateurs? The former tend not to make these mistakes.  Read story

The Best Promotion Is Never Self Promotion

Once you've been in the spotlight, it's really hard to step back into the shadows--but you should.  Read story

It's Not Rocket Science: Eliminate Stress

When it feels like everything is on the line and you just can't get a grip, try one of these ridiculously easy strategies to keep your cool.  Read story

21 Things That Beat Your New Year's Resolution

These goals are probably easier to accomplish than that new diet--and they're likely more rewarding, too.  Read story

How to Succeed in 2013

We asked some of the brightest entrepreneurs we know what it's going to take to make money next year. Read on to find out which advice you ought to steal.  View slideshow

One Business Decision That Changes Everything

Derek Sivers--successful entrepreneur, speaker, and blogger--explains the basic decision every entrepreneur needs to make.  Read story

Best 2012 Books for Entrepreneurs

Inspiration can come from anywhere. These nine books may not all fit into the "business book" genre, but they're still must-reads.  Read story

8 Reasons Not to Hire a PR Firm

If you find yourself agreeing with any of these statements, save your money. A PR firm isn't for you.  Read story

4 Powerful Words Employees Need to Hear

There are lots of ways to make a positive impact on your staff. But the best involves four simple words.  Read story

8 Ways to Woo a VC

Time to take your business to the next level? Here's how to land the cash to do it.  Read story

How to Turn a Commodity into a Unique Business

Here's how one founder turned popcorn--yes, popcorn--into a multi-million dollar company.  Read story

10 Unexpected Reasons to Give Thanks

Forget the turkey. This Thanksgiving, be thankful for a few things you might not consider blessings--but should.  Read story

6 Tips for a Perfectly Timed Facebook Post

To ensure your Facebook posts reach the most people, timing is everything. Here are some tips for getting it right.  Read story

2 Simple Keys to Define Your Brand

What does your brand stand for? Probably a lot less than you think. Here's why you need to rethink it.  Read story

How to Cultivate Truly Loyal Customers

Every business wants loyal customers--but loyalty comes in many different flavors.  Read story

Why You Need to Choose New Heroes

It's great to have role models you admire--unless they're holding you back from reaching your true potential.  Read story

11 Ways to Sleep Better at Night

You're a 24-7 entrepreneur. But you need to get some shut-eye. Here's how to make the sleep you do get a whole lot better.  Read story

8 Ways to Find the Best Long-Tail Keywords

Here are some simple and effective ways to identify the kind of keywords that keep the traffic coming.  Read story

Do What You Love? Screw That

Want to be happy? Don't build a business based on something you love doing.  Read story

How to Bulletproof Your Company Culture

Growth often comes at a cost: Acquisitions and fast hiring decisions can wreak havoc on your company culture. Here's how not to let it happen.  Read story

Journey From Start-up to IPO

Software-maker ExactTarget went public earlier this year and now boasts a market cap of over $1.3 billion. Founder Scott Dorsey explains the journey.  Read story

7 Unusual Things Great Bosses Do

Great bosses do these things. The rest don't--because these simple gestures would never occur to them.  Read story

Secrets to a Perfectly Crafted Social Media Post

What you say is important. But so is how and when you say it.  Read story

Break: The Most Important Part of Breakthrough

Patterns and rules can be good. But sometimes you need to break them to create a breakthrough business.  Read story