Leadership


Recent Leadership Articles

Why Spending Money Won't Solve Your Problems

Think twice before you spend money or hire new employees to solve a short-term problem. Here's why.  Read more

Non-Technical Founder? 3 Ways to Be Useful

Can't code? A fellow non-technical founder lays out ways you can add value in the very early days of your start-up.  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

Stop Avoiding Tough Conversations: 3 Ways

Conflict may feel uncomfortable, but it's also costly to avoid. Putting off a tough conversation? Consider these strategies to get back on track.  Read more

The Introvert Entrepreneur's Holiday Survival Guide

The party-mania this time of year can be difficult for introverts. Here's how to make the most of the networking opportunities while keeping your sanity intact.  Read more

5 Most Inspirational Videos of 2012

These five short videos will remind you what's important in life and work.  Read more

Handle Change Like a Yoga Master

Change is inevitable. Some choose to battle it unnecessarily. Here are five tips sure to help you embrace change with serenity.  Read more

5 Reasons Leadership Falls Flat

Although these errors are surprisingly common, they're easily overcome. Here's how.  Read more

Advice From a Prominent Start-Up CEO: Try to Fail

Encourage failure, says serial entrepreneur Kim Kovacs. That's how you succeed.  Read more

Get Nosy. Pry a Little. You'll Win Big

If you want to grow your business, nothing is more essential than a big dose of curiosity.  Read more

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 more

The Right Way to Hire 'Adult Supervision'

This venture capitalist advises founders on how to approach hiring "old people"--a.k.a. experienced executives--for their start-ups.  Read more

7 Reasons to Build a Fitness-Oriented Company Culture

The benefits start with you and extend to everyone on your team.  Read more

How to Really Make a Difference 

Naveen Jain, futurist and founder of InfoSpace and inome, explains how an entrepreneurial approach can give philanthropy truly world-changing impact.  Watch video

What Happens in Italy Doesn't Stay in Italy

If you spend the time, trouble, and expense of traveling for work, use the opportunity to learn. Your business will be better for it.  Read more

When Company Leaders Go Astray

Not all press is good press. Just ask McAfee. What should a company do when its leader, founder or endorser goes off the rails?  Read more

Tim Ferriss's Next Big Project: Dinner

Tim Ferriss's latest book, The 4-Hour Chef , includes not only classic and non-traditional recipes (roasted squirrel, anyone?) but also a formula for...  Read more

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 more

6 Things Really Productive People Do

Have you noticed that some people just seem to accomplish tons and still appear happy and relaxed? Here are six tips for becoming more productive.  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

6 Ways to Spread the Holiday Spirit

Aside from a holiday party, there are lots of creative, inexpensive ways to bring your "office family" together.  Read more

5 Steps to Creating a Great Company Culture

Unhappy employees? Customers not returning? You can change all of that in five simple steps.  Read more

Why You Should Schmooze Like Don Draper

Forget GChat. To really connect with customers, vendors and staff, sometimes you've gotta go old school, whether that means deep sea fishing or ordering ever...  Read more

Why You Need to Market to Your Employees

Marketing a new brand and product internally to your employees could be more important than what your customers will ultimately see.  Read more

End of the World Skeptics: 15 Ways to Prepare

Some predict the world will end December 21, 2012. Not a believer? You can still get some important stuff done that will be beneficial if you survive.  Read more