What Your Brain Has to Do With Your Brand
Tell your employees and customers about how you think and behave, your innate genetic strengths and preferences, and you'll see your brand loyalty grow. Read more
Motivating Workers
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6 Unexpected Ways to Make Someone's Day
If you really want to brighten someone's day, do the unexpected. The effect could last a lifetime. Read more
Leader in Motion: How Choreographer Bill T. Jones Collaborates 
Award-winning choreographer Bill T. Jones has led his dance company for 30 years. Watch how he works. Watch video
Build an Intern Program
Tips from Lauren Berger, CEO of InternQueen, and Scott Gerber, founder of the Young Entrepreneur Council. Watch video
Coach Your Employees to Succeed: A 4-Step Primer
Feedback is critical to coaching. But it won't go far unless you set clear expectations for your employees. Here's how. Read more
Leading Teams: Find the Right Balance Between Hands-on and Hands-off
You want to encourage flexibility and accomplishment. Here's how. Read more
Fire an Employee Nicely. Here's How.
No boss should enjoy losing an employee. But you can help smooth out the exit. Read more
Want Happier Employees? Get Rid of the Bosses
Managers, VPs, executives... they all need to go. Here's how one company reorganized itself for maximum employee satisfaction. Read more
Metrics Are More Motivating Than Bonuses
A founder and CEO explains why he thinks a well run metrics program beats cash bonuses for motivating employees. Read more
4 Lessons From a CEO Dad
Blinds.com founder (and dad of three) Jay Steinfeld gives fatherly advice for success in life and business. Read more
Host a Company Picnic: 5 Reasons
The sluggish economy may have you tempted to cut employee perks. Think twice. Read more
Build an Exceptional Workplace: 9 Tips
Ask yourself these questions to identify the gears that drive your company culture, and what you can do to make it exceptional. Read more
Employee Performance: Give Straight Talk
Employees need to know how they are doing--especially (but not only) if they're underperforming. Read more
How to Thank Your Employees in Only 8 Words
Genuine appreciation goes a long way. Here's a guide to get the most out of a brief note, no matter who you're thanking. Read more
Why Your Employees Think You're a Jerk
One employee behaving badly is enough to turn a solid business into a mess. And that's especially true when that one employee is you. Read more
5 Reasons You Aren't a Great Boss
These common blind spots could be preventing you from being the manager you need to be. Read more
3 Creative Ways to Boost Employee Morale
Nope, paychecks and praise aren't enough to keep employees satisfied. Here's how to help workers connect with purpose. Read more
Small Business Productivity Surges in May
Small businesses are growing, but hiring is not keeping pace. Increased efficiency is the reason, says SurePayroll's Michael Alter. Read more
Success Depends on Your Team: Tap the Potential
Take it from Ford's Alan Mulally. Leaders who look for talent, nurture it, and give it authority are ones who achieve. Read more
Find Your Employees' Hidden Talents
You might have a superstar on your payroll and not even know it. Read more
Inspire Your Workforce: Be Curious
A five-step assignment to convey your interest in your team, and spur a sense of belonging. Read more
4 Company Programs Your Employees Hate
Surprise: They secretly despise that employee-of-the-month award. Find out what else your staff hates--and what to offer instead. Read more
What Would Winston Do?
In 1940, a war-weary Britain was on the verge of capitulation. Here's how Churchill turned it around--and what it means for you. Read more
Reputation Without Character Is Worthless
The saga of Jamie Dimon at JP Morgan Chase raises questions about the value of a good reputation. Read more
Squeeze 25 Hours Into a Day
Increase your productivity. Get yourself in the zone. Tips from Pamela Slim, author of Escape from Cubicle Nation , and Scott Gerber, founder of the ... Watch video
