4 Unique Working Styles: What's Yours?
To get more out of your team, first figure out how your employees (and you) work best--and then assign tasks accordingly. Read more
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8 Most Common Complaints About the Boss
What are you doing that really drives your employees crazy? You might want to give this list a close read. Read more
The Way I Work: Yvon Chouinard, Patagonia
Patagonia's founder still loves to blaze a trail. He takes copious time off, lets employees manage themselves, and tells customers not to buy his products. Read more
The Best Advice You'll Ever Receive (Hint: You Already Got It)
Ever wish for a bit of solid advice to make life easier? The best advice you've ever gotten is probably hidden in your own backyard. Read more
6 Ways to Get Noticed
Effective self-promotion lies somewhere between being a wallflower and a flaming narcissist. Find the sweet spot with these tips. Read more
The Stuff Strong Relationships Are Made Of
The best way to get help is to give it. But there's one other step that's just as crucial to building strong working relationships. Read more
How to Break Out of the 'Female Entrepreneur' Trap
Want to succeed as a female founder? Quit talking about being a female founder. Read more
What Nepalese Mountaineers Can Teach You About Business
Sherpas are famous for trekking to the summit of Mount Everest. But one entrepreneur says they have much to teach the business world. Read more
3 Things the 'Harlem Shake' Reveals About the Workplace
Sure, it's a ridiculous meme. But pay attention: Buried in those YouTube clips are some truths about why company culture is so important. Read more
11 Life-Changing Questions You Must Ask Yourself
Ask yourself these questions every day. Without fail. And then, based on your answers, take action. Read more
6 Publicity Lessons From Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln was an early master of public relations. On the anniversary of his birthday, here's what you can learn. Read more
Servant First, Leader Second
More people talk about servant leadership than really understand it--or have the humility to practice it. When is the last time you acted as a servant to you... Read more
8 Ways Happy People Are Different From Everyone Else
Want to be happier? Steal a page from the perennial optimist's playbook. Read more
The Wrath of a Great Leader
How Martin Luther King, Jr. wrestled with anger and what you can learn from his example. Read more
One Leadership Skill That Will Set You Apart
This skill probably isn't one you've ever thought about developing--and that's a big mistake. Read more
4 Ways to Be a Force for Good in the World
You're in a position to do more good than you think, starting right inside your own company. Read more
Where Smart Entrepreneurs Go for Advice
Sure, it's lonely at the top, but even business demi-gods need advisers. Evernote's CEO offers some (partly tongue-in-cheek) tips on where to find them. Read more
8 Signs You're a Control Freak
You might not know it, but your controlling behaviors are making your employees batty. Here are a few ways to ease up already. Read more
The Choice You Shouldn't Force Employees to Make
You want dedicated workers--all business owners do. But workaholics? Here's why you don't want to encourage those. Read more
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 more
Can Introverts Be Great Entrepreneurs?
Conventional wisdom suggests you must be bold and outgoing to be successful. Here's why the stereotype doesn't hold up. Read more
5 Reasons Why You Need a Shrink
The start-up life is lonely and stressful. Without solid emotional support, your new venture might be dead in the water. Read more
7 Traits of Extraordinary Bosses
Great bosses understand what employees truly need and then provide it to them. Read more
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 more
Why You Need to Get Your Hands Dirty
When a start-up grows to a larger company, strong leaders should stay hands on. Read more
4 Tips to Stay on the High-Growth Track
Getting off the ground is only the first challenge. As your business grows, your role must change to keep that growth going. Read more
Why It's Lonely at the Top--and What To Do About It
Even success comes with its share of challenges. How to prepare for, and face them. Read more
On the Anniversary of His Death, 4 Leadership Lessons from Steve Jobs
Steve Jobs died on October 5, 2011. Today, as I am frequently, I am reminded of his tremendous example to entrepreneurs everywhere. Read more
Going to Prison Made Me a Better CEO
No, I didn't go as a criminal; I went to teach the inmates about leadership. But they wound up teaching me. Read more
What Science Says About Successful Bosses
A new scientific study of managers reveals the character traits that lead to success. Read more
Excel at What Does Not Come Naturally: 7 Ways to Lead Better
It may seem counterintuitive, but you don't only want to lead with your strengths. Here's why and what you can do about it. Read more
6 Ways Running a Business is Harder Than Running for President
Perhaps the biggest lesson about entrepreneurship from this presidential campaign is that it's a lot easier to succeed when you don't have to outrun the bear. Read more
9 Life Lessons for Every Entrepreneur
Here's a set of simple rules to live and work by--from a very unexpected source. Read more
The Power of Small Moments
You never know when you might make a huge difference in another person's life--so always assume you can. Read more
How I Did It: John Bogle of the Vanguard Group
"Saint Jack" picked a fight with an industry--and created a mutual fund powerhouse. Read more
