How to Handle a Manipulative Employee
The five warning signs that a employee is trying to manipulate you... and what to do if they are. Read more
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How an Entrepreneur Became the Go-To Spokesman for U.S. Manufacturing
Drew Greenblatt, president of Marlin Steel, routinely gets covered in the media, testifies before Congress, and writes and speaks nationwide--and could be an... Read more
Tackle Problems Effectively: Learn From Mistakes I Made
One owner confides how she improved her management when she had to troubleshoot a botched customer order. Read more
As You Grow, Maintain A Small-Company Culture
A new survey finds the happiest employees work at companies with fewer than 100 employees. What can you learn from that? Read more
Stay Calm Through a Crisis: 5 Ways
When it rains, it pours. Here's how to keep your business from getting waterlogged. (Hint: It's not about deep breathing, it's about quick, precise action.) Read more
3 Characteristics of Amazing Presentations
First, make sure you have something to say. Then, follow these basic rules. Read more
Afraid of Being Sued? 4 Ways to Keep Lawyers at Bay
Here are four surprising ways to protect yourself in a law suit and keep legal fees to a minimum. Read more
5 Ways to Get People to Actually Listen to You
You may be a fact- and logic-driven leader, but others don't think like you do. Learn to get your point across through emotional connection. Read more
6 Ways to Delegate More Effectively
For the sake of your company (and your sanity), at some point, you're going to need to let go. Here's how smart owners delegate work effectively. Read more
Speaking Gig Coming Up? Better Read This
Hey, Joe Biden. Look out, Paul Ryan. Here's four expert speaking tips that might even help you sharpen your strategies at the debate tonight. Read more
5 Ways to Send Productivity Through the Roof
Here's how to motivate employees to get more done--no extra money or real effort required. Read more
The Right Way to Give Feedback
Ever get the sense that the advice you give your employees falls on deaf ears? Here are a few tips to help you get your message across effectively. Read more
How to Master the Art of Perfect Timing
As owner, you are your business's timekeeper. Here's how to tell when you should speed things up--or slow them down. Read more
Find a Cause, Give It to Your Team & Get Out of the Way
Beryl's fifth annual golf tournament to raise money to fight brain cancer was this week. We raised more money than ever before--and got more than that. 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
Are You Leading Your People, or Just Running a Company?
Best-selling leadership author Simon Sinek explains 5 ways to really look after your employees. 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
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
Do Your Employees Know What They're Talking About? (And What You Can Do About It)
You must demand the highest level of knowledge from your salespeople--and train them to make that happen. Read more
7 Ways to Earn Respect as a Leader
Are you feeling disrespected by your employees? It may be that you're failing in one of these seven areas. Read more
Best Way to Get Great Talent: Train or Hire?
When it's time to fill a key position, should you look inside or outside your company? Here's a look at the pros and cons of both strategies. 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
Find Your Start-up Idea (You Won't Have to Look Far)
The best businesses are extensions of their founders. If you're hunting for the right idea, look in the mirror. Read more
Bosses: When You Should--and Shouldn't--Speak
If you're the kind of boss who automatically takes the lead--whatever the issue at hand--you need to read this. Read more
5 Tips to Resolve Conflict (Before it Gets Out of Control)
Avoiding a conflict won't get you anywhere. Here's what you need to do to nip it in the bud. Read more
Forget Perfection: 3 Ways to Embrace the Entrepreneurial Struggle
Nothing frustrates me more than chasing after some elusive moment when my business will run smoothly. So I don't. Read more
Already a Decent Speaker? Here Are 5 Expert Tips
Every great leader must be adept at making presentations. Here's how to perfect yours. Read more
Do You Always Tell Employees the Truth? You Should.
Even if you face something as difficult and stressful as having to close a business, you have only one choice: Do it badly, or do it right. Read more
10 Ways to Rejuvenate Your Brain While You Work
Going to Africa--literally or figuratively--refreshes your brain, which helps you be alert and propels you forward. Read more
Eight Ball, Corner Pocket: Think 6 Steps Ahead of the Competition
Want explosive growth? Strategize like a world-renowned pool player. Read more
5 Underrated Traits of Great Leaders
Those bosses who inspire, motivate, and make employees feel better about themselves? Here's what they do differently from everyone else. Read more
8 Steps to Make a Great Speech
Conventions got speechmaking top of mind? You, too, can deliver an impressive presentation--at or above an eighth-grade level. Read more
6 Qualities of Remarkably Loyal Employees
Loyalty has nothing to do with length of employment and everything to do with actions. Read more
Who Said Failure was Fashionable? Frankly, It Sucks.
There's a world of difference between failing and simply making mistakes. It's critical for entrepreneurs to know the difference. Read more
Do You Pass This Key Leadership Test?
The stakes are high, and the pressure is on. Here's how great bosses respond in challenging situations. Read more