Leadership


Recent Leadership Articles

How to Be Happier Today

Well being is better achieved with small, defined actions rather than grand goals, new research out of Stanford and Harvard Business School finds.  Read more

7 Traits of Extraordinary Bosses

Great bosses understand what employees truly need and then provide it to them.  Read more

Make Your Business Meaningful

Working hard is essential, but entrepreneurs also have a unique opportunity to make the world a better place in the process. Here's how.  Read more

Keep Your Team Together Through Tough Times

Every business has setbacks. These three steps can help you create an atmosphere of trust and collaboration to navigate past the rough patches.  Read more

5 Smart Ways to Use Holiday Downtime

With these five tips, you can make the most of the holidays to prepare you for the coming year.  Read more

4 Tips to Help Veterans Succeed at Your Company

Veterans can make for highly disciplined and skilled employees. Make sure you set them up for success with these tips.  Read more

A Conflict-Free Organization Isn't Great. It's Near Death

Great organizations aren't devoid of conflict; they embrace it.  Read more

Do More by Working Less

Do you really believe that neglecting yourself and living in overdrive will build your business faster? Time to debunk that myth.  Read more

Feeling Negative? How to Overcome It

Your negative emotions are powerful guides to what needs to change in your life.  Read more

How Much Poor Performers Cost You

Chances are, you're spending too much time on employees who don't deliver. Here are seven tips to pull yourself out of the time suck.  Read more

Find Your Purpose & Find Success 

Bright Pink founder Lindsay Avner found meaning in her work. Here's how.  Watch video

12 Ways to Unwind During the Busy Holiday Season

For start-ups, especially in the retail space, now is the time to ramp-up sales--not to relax. But that doesn't mean your team can't find time for a little h...  Read more

Why Company Culture Especially Matters During the Holidays

I don't throw an opulent holiday party, but I go out of my way to let my employees know how much I appreciate their work.  Read more

Stand Out: Master This Powerful, Oft-Neglected Leadership Skill

You can easily get coached in talking, presenting, and speech-making. What about listening?  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

A Simple Trick for Being More Memorable

Want to make sure that investor you met at a conference or networking event remembers you? Try this.  Read more

Do More Faster: 10 Best Apps & Tools

Five-time entrepreneur Frank Addante lists the digital gems that help him be organized and save time.  Read more

5 Reasons Your Top Employee Isn't Happy

Not sure why your top performer is unhappy? Check out what the most brilliant (yet difficult) employees hate about company culture.  Read more

How to Criticize Employees: 6 Rules

Sometimes a kick in the butt can be more effective than a pat on the back.  Read more

Beware the Achievement Trap

Just because you believe you should achieve something doesn't mean you will. Here are four ways to avoid this common trap.  Read more

Following My Own Vision 

Bright Pink founder Lindsay Avner discusses her role in the company and how she benefits from flying solo as a leader.  Watch video

You Don't Charge Enough. Here's How to Fix That

Constantly undercharging, or not charging at all? Don't give away the farm. Ask yourself these powerful questions to grow your confidence--and profits!  Read more

Why Employees' Personal Growth Matters

Your ability to grow a company is dependent upon your ability to help others grow.  Read more

HomeAway Co-Founder: Why I Hire Failures

An epic fail early in his career taught HomeAway co-founder Brian Sharples that it's a good idea to hire folks who have a healthy familiarity with failure.  Read more

How I Got My Office to Lose Weight

Let's face it: A healthy company is a productive company. And mine needed a boost. Here's how I created a friendly competition to get everyone thinking about...  Read more