If your business lacks a solid foundation, even things like smart employees and great ideas can’t save you from trouble down the road. One out […]
4 Tips for Using Social Media to Sell
You can use social media to land a sale–but only if you’re following these key principles. I just celebrated my 100th discussion on the same […]
Yahoo Needs Dealmaking 101
Can the woman who made the Zagat deal for Google make the right deals to save Yahoo? In July Marissa Mayer was named the new […]
Are You Paid Enough? 3 Big Myths About CEO Pay
Some founders tend to underpay themselves to “help” the company. It’s a trap, though. Here’s why. There is a lot of press right now about […]
Uh-Oh: Do People Think You’re a Bully?
People need goals, priorities, and leadership. But understand the difference between emphasizing accountability … and bullying. Bullies do not usually think of themselves as bullies. […]
Go From Great Idea to Concrete Action
Need to move your issue up on someone’s priority list? Follow these five steps. Moving people to action can be a challenge. Their calendars and […]
6 Great Ways to Boost Your Energy
Want to be a world-class leader? Here are a few simple lifestyle changes that can help you improve your game. Over the years, I have […]
Older Workers? Help Them Adapt
Use these four steps to get your most senior employees comfortable with technological shifts. An executive friend of mine is often frustrated with the generation […]
Problem-Solving Trick: Ask the Right Question
When a project gets stuck, the obstacle usually falls into one of these three categories. When groups of people get stuck on a problem–whether over […]
How to Beat CEO Burnout
Anyone can have a bad day. But when you’re the boss, you need to figure out how to get your energy back. “I get up […]
6 Ways Your Company Is Leaking Money
Small, hasty decisions can leave you stuck with ongoing costs. Use this checklist to tighten up your budget. Little expense leaks spring up all the […]
When Smart People Get Stupid
Sometimes the performance of even your best people can start to lag. Here’s how to get them back on track. Have you ever had a […]