Icons & InnovatorsMarcel Schwantes Steve Jobs: 1 Thing in Life Separates The Doers from the DreamersThe co-founder of Apple screwed up big time, and often. But he left us with a profound lesson.
HiringHeather R. Morgan Hiring Creatives? Look for These TraitsHow to find the best talent to help you with any type of creative project--whether it's designing software, producing a podcast, or enhancing your social media content.
DesignBrit Morse Michelle Pfeiffer on Why She Launched a Fragrance Brand and Didn't Slap Her Name on ItThe film actor wanted a brand that spoke to people honestly and didn't need to rest on her name recognition.
CreativityHeather R. Morgan Feeling Creatively Blocked? Here's How to Get UnstuckProven strategies to help unblock any creative process--whether it's writing, rapping, or software entrepreneurship.
StartupEntrepreneurs' Organization 6 Steps to Creating the Perfect Pitch DeckBuilding a pitch deck to convince investors? These tips will take your pitch to the next level.
CreativityJessica Stillman There Are 2 Types of Creativity and 1 Doesn't Peak Until Your 50s Science provides plenty of encouragement for late bloomers.
Icons & InnovatorsJessica Stillman All Highly Intelligent People Share This Trait, According to Steve JobsJobs offered surprising advice to those looking to maximize their intellectual potential.
ProductivityJessica Stillman Stuck in a Rut? Try a Tiny Project Big changes can come from very small beginnings.
ProductivityMarcel Schwantes 4 Daily Practices to Master Your Mind and Boost ProductivityA former monk turned purpose coach and digital media producer is connecting business leaders to the power of thinking like a monk.
LeadDamon Brown How to Create a Strong Freelance Business in 3 StepsAfter 20 years as a full-time independent consultant, entrepreneur, and writer, I can narrow the factors that lead to long-term success down into three important guidelines
Working From HomeLeigh Buchanan How to Stay Creative When Your Team Is Working RemotelyInnovation doesn't have to suffer when employees go virtual. Done right, it can even improve.
LeadJessica Stillman How to Get Mentally Tougher in Difficult Times: Play MorePlay has always been important for adults. It's even more important in 2020.
Work-Life BalanceMarcel Schwantes 4 Ways to Build a Learning Culture While Your Workforce Is RemoteMandating a three-hour webinar training is no longer going to cut it.
CreativityJessica Stillman The Most Unexpected Way to Boost Your Immune System and Overall Health: Keep a JournalYou can write your way to better health (and more business success).
CreativityJessica Stillman Steal Steve Jobs's Secret for Being More Creative at Work It worked for Albert Einstein too.
CreativityJessica Stillman Want to Be More Creative? Date a Foreigner (or Just Be Friends With One) Relationships with people from different backgrounds boost creativity and make you a better entrepreneur.
LeadMarcel Schwantes 10 Conversational Questions Leaders Should Ask to Be More LikableThis just may be the best way to make people like you more.
CreativityMarina Theodotou 3 Business Storytelling Lessons From Spike LeeWhether you're building a product or a movie, the task is the same: Do the research, craft the story, do the work.
Art of Doing Vacations WellJessica Stillman Now Seems Like a Bad Time for a Vacation. Here's Why You Need to Take One AnywayThis productivity expert argues it's even more important to take a vacation (or staycation) in crazy times.
CreativityLarry Robertson 3 Lessons on Making Uncertainty Work in Your FavorWhen faced with trouble, the most adaptive leaders focus on a few key things and thrive.
SafeguardsNatalie Nixon Why Now Is the Right Time for Creativity, Collaboration, and ServiceDays of uncertainty are perfect for inventive thinking, working together, and customer obsession.
Startup LifeErik Severinghaus Young Entrepreneurs: It's OK to Delay Your Dreams of Starting a Business for NowBy expanding your life experiences and uncovering new inefficiencies, new entrepreneurs have an opportunity to broaden their imagination.
CreativityJessica Stillman New Study: You're Probably More Creative Than You Think You Are Research shows most of us undervalue the originality of our ideas.
CreativityJessica Stillman The Key to Finding the Best Business Ideas? The Right FriendsFormer Y Combinator president Sam Altman explains the link between good friends and good ideas.
CreativityMandy Gilbert Yes, Staying Creative Is Possible When Working From HomeCultivating an environment that is conducive to big ideas takes intention, patience, and trial and error.
LeadBruce Eckfeldt The Roles Every Team Needs to Be EffectiveRegardless of the project, your industry, or your company culture, these four roles need to be filled on every team for it to be highly effective.
FocusMinda Zetlin How Kevin Smith Stays Focused on What MattersClerks was beloved. Mallrats was panned. Smith learned to listen to his own opinions.
CreativityCathy Huyghe 3 Proven Ways to Motivate Yourself Right NowWorking from home presents challenges. How can entrepreneurs rise above them, and persevere with the motivation and creativity needed to succeed?
CreativityRaj Jana 3 Habits That Will Boost Your CreativitySuccessful entrepreneurs turn good ideas into great businesses. To create success in your life, build the skill of creativity through these daily habits.
CreativityLarry Robertson Why Creativity and Innovation Thrive Amid ChaosThe silver lining during this pandemic is the rebirth of creativity, and the chance to harness it for business.
CreativitySylvia Schwartz University Hackathon Tackles Reopening After CovidHow an 'Innovation University Hackathon' aspires to impact the economy: Banking on Stevens Institute of Technology's Venture Center.
CreativityMaria Haggerty 4 Unexpected Movies With Valuable Business LessonsGive these movies a watch--or a rewatch--if you're in need of an entrepreneurial jump-start.
CreativityYoung Entrepreneur Council How to Boost Creativity on Your TeamBy definition, creativity is about pushing boundaries and exploring unusual ideas.
Startup LifeJessica Stillman Science Confirms It: 'Weirdos' Are More CreativeViewing yourself as an oddball or outcast helps the ideas flow.
CreativityMarcel Schwantes 4 Daily Choices the Smartest People Make to Improve Their LivesA clear path to increase your happiness in the age of social distancing.
TechnologyJason Aten Tesla Built Its New Ventilator Out of Model 3 PartsIt's a perfect example of "Do what you can with what you have."
CreativityJason Aten Disney Shows What You Can Do, Even Working From HomeDisney dropped an animated short created entirely while working from home.
CreativityNatalie Nixon How to Stay Creative During Ambiguous TimesFeeling in a slump? Here's how to find your creative side again.
LeadMarcel Schwantes 5 Smart Ways to Improve Your Virtual Workplace During the CrisisIn turbulent times, activate your creativity.
CreativityJessica Stillman A Shelter-in-Place Silver Lining: Science Says Boredom Makes You More CreativeYes, lockdown can be very boring, but boredom has its upsides, according to research.
Female FoundersJessica Stillman 'Handmaid's Tale' Author and Self-Described Lazy Person Margaret Atwood Explains How She Beats ProcrastinationThe bestselling author describes herself as a world-class procrastinator yet she never misses a deadline. How?
CreativityYoung Entrepreneur Council 5 Creative Hobbies You Should Try This YearYou won't know you like something until you try it.
ProductivityJessica Stillman Creative, Makeshift Work-From-Home Solutions, Courtesy of TwitterA hilarious Twitter thread captures the creative ways people are adapting to remote work.
Work-Life BalanceErik Severinghaus 4 Tips to Rediscover the Joy of EntrepreneurshipTools to help an entrepreneur become more psychologically resilient and overcome challenges including depression, anxiety, and fear of failure.
Public SpeakingMarcel Schwantes 20 Ridiculous Phrases You Should Immediately Stop Saying at WorkInstead of 'think outside the box,' why not simply ask someone to be creative?
CreativityJason Chicola How a Version of David Bowie's Brainstorming Technique Can Boost Your Creativity at WorkBowie used a method called the "cut-up technique" to help create some of his best art.
CreativityRaj Jana How to Brainstorm Your Next Product or Big IdeaCreating true product innovation means starting a product away from competition and leading with product rather than fear. When coming up with a disruptive big idea, it's important to use these strategic techniques for true innovation.
LeadJason Aten 'Lego Masters' Is a Celebration of Creativity, Play, and Engineering. Here's Why Every Leader Should WatchThe new show on Fox is the right combination of competition and play, which is why you should start watching right now.
ProductivityAyse Birsel Say No to These 5 Things in the Short Term to Make Time for Great Work in the Long TermSay no to these 5 things now, in the short term, to make time for deep, important work that is long-term and will take time to emerge in the future.
Startup LifeJessica Stillman Neuroscientist: To Keep Your Brain Young, Go HikingWalking anywhere is great for your body. Walking outside is great for your mind, too.
LeadMarcel Schwantes What Do Great Leaders Have In Common? It Comes Down to 3 Words Straight from the Movie 'Frozen'It's a rare leadership skill that can force a leader to be more intentional and present.
CreativityJohn Rogers 3 Steps to Leading a Meeting That Inspires Productive Problem Solving and Creative ThinkingThis approach can help you solve complex problems.
LeadMelanie Curtin 7 Wise Quotes From Oprah on Career, Life, and LoveOprah is a successful entrepreneur, an inspiring leader, a team leader, and a cheerleader for humanity. Her advice is worth listening to.
StrategyRana el Kaliouby How Building Serendipity Into Your Business Strategy Can Help It Grow FasterFocus is key for entrepreneurs. But if you want to innovate and grow, you need to build serendipity into your business strategy.
StartupBenjamin Hardy, Ph.D. Gratitude Is Different (and More Powerful) Than You ThinkEvery day, experience complete gratitude for the inevitable success of your future. Then, act the part, here and now.
