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Tips for Making Bigger and Bolder Moves at Work

Tips for Making Bigger and Bolder Moves at Work

As a business leader, the biggest and must critical decisions come down to you. Sometimes the weight of this responsibility can be debilitating. Instead of being overcome by the responsibility you hold, use it to your advantage and begin making bigger and bolder moves...

What Does the Future of the Workplace Look Like?

What Does the Future of the Workplace Look Like?

With the rapid advancement of technology in the past few years, the workplace has seen many changes. More employees are able to work remotely, AI communications are part of everyday life and with all of this technology, people are actively seeking out human...

The Importance of KPI’s

In order for a business to grow, and therefore succeed, the business must produce measurable results. That is where key performance indicators, also known as KPI’s, come into play. A KPI  is a quantifiable measure that can be used to determine how well company goals...

Traits of an Emotionally Intelligent Person

Traits of an Emotionally Intelligent Person

Emotional intelligence is important in the workplace. People with higher than average emotional intelligence are often the highest-performing employees. Someone with high emotional intelligence are resilient and flexible, curious and gracious. Read on to learn more....

Tips for Raising Philanthropic Children

Tips for Raising Philanthropic Children

Parents who teach their children learn the values and principles of philanthropy create a legacy of generosity and compassion that lasts for generations. These tips show how easy it is to start at any age.   Show Them Simple Concepts Through Stories As they grow,...

Tips for Setting Goals as a Company

Tips for Setting Goals as a Company

Are you the owner or CEO of a business? Can you name your company’s goals? Does your company have goals in place? More than eighty percent of small business owners surveyed said they don’t keep track of their business goals. Setting goals requires introspection and...

Mistakes to Avoid When Job Searching

Mistakes to Avoid When Job Searching

Are you on the hunt for a new job? You can find plenty of tips for finding a job that suits you, but what should you avoid doing? You don’t want to lose out on a great opportunity because you weren’t aware of the following mistakes: Trash Talking Your Former Company...

Tips for Pinpointing Leaders Within your Company

Tips for Pinpointing Leaders Within your Company

As you go about your daily business day, you work with many people who don’t hold leadership positions, but would make great leaders. What are some traits to look for in potential leadership candidates? They Work Hard As obvious as this may seem, it is the most...

The Importance of a Board of Directors

The Importance of a Board of Directors

Are you the owner of a successful business? Despite your success and best efforts, you will still face challenges. One way of helping you and your company navigate through these challenges is to have a board of directors in place. Business Expertise A board of...

How Philanthropy Changes Entrepreneurs for the Better

How Philanthropy Changes Entrepreneurs for the Better

Did you know that being an entrepreneur and a philanthropist go hand in hand? In fact some of the most commonly known philanthropist are successful entrepreneurs. With that being said, how exactly do they mesh together so seamlessly? Luke Weil sat down with Forbes...