Owner's ManualJeff Haden How Happier People Spend Their Money, Backed by Considerable ScienceLots and lots of research, plus a considerable hint: Invest in experiences that create memories.
LeadMarcel Schwantes 5 Ways Leaders Can Prepare for the 2021 Workplace, According to LinkedIn ExecsLinkedIn's top executives share what this new world of work will look like in 2021 and beyond.
Icons & InnovatorsMarcel Schwantes Warren Buffett Says All Successful Leaders Have 1 Thing in CommonIn a letter to shareholders of Berkshire Hathaway, Buffett summarized how one arrives at leadership greatness.
HiringMandy Gilbert 4 Ways to Build an Inclusive and Diverse Talent NetworkTalent networks are a great tool for speedy hiring. But we must be wary of taking the easy way out.
HR/BenefitsSuzanne Lucas Why President Biden's 'Fire on the Spot' Policy is a Bad IdeaWhile stopping bad behavior in the workplace is vital, don't apply Biden's soundbite to your policy book.
Covid Resource CenterBrit Morse Biden's Ambitious Vaccine Agenda May Need a Boost From BusinessesThe president plans to deliver 100 million vaccine doses in 100 days. The U.S. will ultimately need twice that amount to tame Covid-19.
Conscious LeadershipJustin Bariso This Interview Question From Elon Musk Is Absolute GeniusMusk's question may seem ordinary on the surface, but it's anything but. Here are four reasons why.
Female FoundersJessica Stillman The Gender Pay Gap Has Been Slowly Closing for Years. Will 2021 Erase That Progress?Frustrating data shows that the 'new normal' may widen the pay gap. As a business leader, you can change that.
HiringMandy Gilbert 4 Things Every Business Can Do in 2021 to Hire InclusivelyBusinesses have been slacking when it comes to diversity and inclusive hiring. Here's how to start 2021 on the right track.
HiringAnne Gherini The Trait Startups Should Look For When HiringStartup recruiting is crucial to success, and knowing what traits to seek is paramount.
Social EntrepreneurshipMaureen Kline Combating Climate Change Isn't Just Biden's Problem. How Small Businesses Can Step UpWith a sweep of a the pen, America just rejoined the Paris Agreement. But more must be done.
Immigration ReformDiana Ransom Biden's Immigration Overhaul: Bring on the EntrepreneursThe comprehensive reform bill includes a pathway to citizenship for 11 million undocumented residents--and clears the way for a group of people eager to start businesses.
Covid Resource CenterBrit Morse How Much Vaccine Information Should You Demand From Employees?Getting some insight from workers about their plans for getting a vaccine can help you make major business decisions. But how much info can you ask for?
Work-Life BalanceGeoffrey James MIT Just Discovered You Can Get Work Done Even While AsleepAnd, of course, there's an app for that.
HR/BenefitsSuzanne Lucas New York City Just Changed Fast-Food Employment ForeverAt-will employment is the standard across most U.S. states, but not for the Big Apple anymore. Here's a look at what changed.
HR/BenefitsSuzanne Lucas Here Are the 8 Policies Smart Companies Will Keep in 2021Not all of 2020 was bad. Let's keep the good parts.
LeadMarcel Schwantes If You're a Manager and Too Busy for These 4 Things, It May Be Time for a Tune-UpThousands of employees in a recent survey point to the top skills that make an effective manager.
LeadJim Schleckser The Company Owns the TalentTalent hoarding by executives can damage growth and send top performers running. There is a better philosophy, that the company owns the talent and can move them as needed.
HiringYoung Entrepreneur Council Why Hiring a Chief-of-Staff Could Be a Game-Changer for Your StartupIt may be the early hire you need to stay afloat.
LeadMinda Zetlin How PayPal Grew Its Profits 28 Percent--by Raising Workers' WagesCEO Dan Schulman proves raising hourly and entry-level workers' pay can benefit their employer.
Owner's ManualJeff Haden The 5 Golden Rules of Diet and Fitness for Busy ProfessionalsWant to get healthier and fitter? Five common sense principles that underlie every diet and workout routine.
HR/BenefitsSuzanne Lucas What to Do If a Capitol Hill Rioter Also Happens to Be an Employee?Before you even think about firing your staffer, check with your employment attorney and react slowly.
ProductivityJessica Stillman This Doctor Says Humans Actually Need 7 Kinds of Rest (and You're Probably Not Getting All of Them) Getting a solid eight hours of sleep isn't enough.
HR/BenefitsSuzanne Lucas Here Is What Micromanagement Looks LikeNot only do your employees hate micromanagers; they're also a tremendous productivity drain.
HiringEntrepreneurs' Organization 6 Entrepreneurs Share Views on Hiring Candidates With Employment GapsHow do potential employers feel about significant employment gaps? The question is asked and answered.
LeadMarcel Schwantes 8 Signs to Quickly Recognize If You Have the Gift of LeadershipTrue leadership is not about power or control.
CoachingCarmine Gallo An Easy 3-Step Goal-Setting Plan to Achieve Your Biggest DreamsPeak performance expert Steven Kotler's new book offers a strategy to accomplish the impossible.
Team BuildingHoward Tullman How to Walk Around the Office--Even If There Isn't One Consultant Tom Peters popularized the idea of "management by walking around" as an effective way to monitor an organization. In the era of working from home, technology can replace shoe leather.
Countdown: Holiday 2020Heather Wilde The 6 Places You Need to Focus On to Create a Successful New YearLast year is done. You have a new chance to try again, so why not make the most of it?
HiringDavid Finkel How to Choose the Right Vendor for Your Next ProjectOnce you've recieved proposals, pay attention to who followed the directions.
Best WorkplacesSophie Downes How to Protect Your Employees' Mental Health During a Long, Hard WinterStress can pose a bigger problem during the colder months. Here's what leaders can do to support their teams.
Family BusinessKevin J. Ryan Why the Century-Old Family Business Behind Dum-Dums Lollipops Is Thriving in 2020Candy sales are up across the U.S. as we seek out life's small pleasures. In Ohio, the Spangler Candy Company has been churning out tasty treats since 1906.
Owner's ManualJeff Haden Want to Thrive in 2021? Quit Hoping Things Will Go Back to the Way They WereAnd about how 'normal' is what you make it.
HR/BenefitsSuzanne Lucas FFCRA and PPP to Get Extended: Congress Agrees to a New $900 Billion Stimulus DealLawmakers cleared key hurdles in their effort to get a deal done before the end of the year.
Covid Resource CenterBrit Morse How to Encourage Employees to Get the Covid-19 VaccineSome people are hesitant about the Covid-19 vaccine, which is reasonable. Here's the best way to talk to employees about it.
Inc. 5000 2020Inc. Video Staff46:44 How to Navigate Tough Times and Create Lasting ChangeDavid Chang, the founder of Momofuku Group and Majordomo Media, shared his thoughts on the future of the restaurant industry--and what needs to change--at this year's Inc. 5000 Vision Conference.
Holiday Gift GuideShivani Vora 6 Brilliant Last-Minute Gift IdeasStill scrambling to finish your holiday shopping? You're already cutting it close. Let these ideas inspire you to finish your list.
LeadEntrepreneurs' Organization How to Disrupt From Anywhere in the World"If I can communicate for the betterment of humankind, I see it as my responsibility to do so." ― Eitan Chitayat
LeadJessica Stillman Long Before 'Queer Eye,' Tan France Was a Successful Entrepreneur--and Creator of the Priceless 'No Bitch Rule'It turns out France isn't just a source of great style tips, but also an excellent piece of leadership advice: The 'No Bitch Rule.'
Holiday Gift GuideHeather Wilde 7 Last-Minute Gift Ideas for the Entrepreneur in Your LifeIt's hard work coming up with gifts in a time crunch--let alone gifts that can make a difference.
HR/BenefitsSuzanne Lucas The EEOC Releases Guidelines on Mandatory Workplace VaccinationsCan you require your employees to be vaccinated? Should you?
Holiday Gift GuideShivani Vora 5 Thoughtful Gifts for Friends That They'll Actually UseThey'll think of you all year round.
HiringDavid Finkel How to Do a Request for Proposal the Right WayYou can easily invest 40 hours or more in your search for a new vendor.
Holiday Gift GuideShivani Vora 5 Expensive-Looking but Cheapish Gifts That They'll LoveNeed to impress someone on your list but don't want to spend a lot? We've got you covered.
HR/BenefitsSuzanne Lucas California Subpoenas Amazon Over Its Covid Protocols. How to Avoid the Same FateIf you have a Covid plan, you can calm down.
LeadMartin Zwilling 7 Reasons to Pay Your Success Forward as a Business MentorAfter working many years in business, both in large companies as well as startups, I've realized that you can learn more from peers and mentors than from any formal education program.
Work-Life BalanceJessica Stillman In 2021, the 9-to-5 Will Become the 3-2-2, a Harvard Business School Professor Predicts Remote work won't change just where we work, but also when we work.
HiringEntrepreneurs' Organization 6 Skills That Predict Employee Success in a Changed WorldDoes your team have the new set of characteristics it takes to succeed?
Human ResourcesHoward Tullman Don't Be in a Rush to RehireTrump is going, the vaccine is coming, so the economy might start to rebound. But it's a mistake to think that you need to bring back all the same people as your business moves forward.
LeadJim Schleckser How to Argue ProductivelyDisagreements and arguments happen, but there is a more productive way to handle conflict by showing your work
Icons & InnovatorsJessica Stillman Science Just Confirmed Elon Musk's Favorite Interview Question Is Brilliant (You Should Steal It) Law enforcement research backs up Musk's favorite BS-detecting job interview question.
HR/BenefitsSuzanne Lucas 30 Horrifying Presents Managers Actually Bought for Employees If it's the thought that counts, these bosses weren't thinking.
Holiday Gift GuideShivani Vora 5 Gift Ideas for Your Favorite FoodiesThese days, gourmet tastes can be harder to please. Take inspiration from our latest gift guide.
Holiday Gift GuideShivani Vora Gift Ideas for That Person on Your List Who Has EverythingIf you're still stumped on what to give that hard-to-shop-for person on your list, consider these four creative gift ideas.
SafeguardsBrit Morse How to Bring Employees Back to Work When They're Getting Vaccinated at Different TimesPeople will likely get the vaccine at different times. Here's what that means for your workplace.