6 Small Businesses Share Successful Video Marketing Campaigns
In 2015, 96% of B2B marketers used video in their marketing strategy compared to 82% of B2C marketers. In May 2015, Cisco reported in its VNI Global IP Traffic Forecast that 80% of all Internet traffic...
View ArticleHistoric Blizzard of 2016 No Match for Telecommuters
This past week the historic blizzard of 2016 completely shut down Washington, D.C., but work continued for those who could work from home. Moody's Analytics estimated the Federal Government's output...
View ArticleTop 5 Ways to Develop a Relationship with Potential Buyers and Clients
All too often, business owners create a website, promote their site with a few marketing actions, and then expect a slew of online customers who will buy their products and services. But the well-known...
View ArticleInequality Against Democracy: 10 Facts About the 0.01 Percent
Economic inequality inspired Occupy Wall Street, a movement that in a few short months transformed our political with the concept of the "1 percent" and the "99 percent." Today the presidential...
View ArticleHuge Growth in Businesses Owned by Women Veterans
Folks, I'm a big supporter of both veterans and small businesses. Recently, I heard some good news regarding women veterans success in business. According to the National Women's Business Council,...
View ArticleHow to Clear Your Computer of Focus-Draining Distraction
By the looks of his laptop, Robbert Van Els could be mistaken for a secret agent. His screen is an explosion of urgent files -- a master control center for managing clandestine operatives. The man of...
View ArticleJust by Being AFCU Members, People Get Big Discounts at Select American...
CU Solutions Group created Love My Credit Union Rewards in 2008 as Invest in America to bring members savings from U.S. automotive companies like General Motors. It soon grew to include trusted...
View ArticleWhy North America Needs to Pivot to North America
The foreign ministers of North America recently met in Québec with little fanfare. Yet, at a time of growing global disorder and uncertainty, North America is the strategic foundation from which the...
View ArticleBring on the Robots, Please!
John Maynard Keynes once famously said that the difficulty lies not so much in developing new ideas but in escaping from old ones. And one of the oldest and most pervasive and pernicious economic ideas...
View Article5 Tax Mistakes Made by Millennials
By Stefanie O'Connell, Contributor Millennials, who range in age from early twenties to mid-thirties today, are in a life phase of ongoing change and evolution -- from students to graduates to...
View ArticleWe've Come a Long Way, Baby! Sage Advice From Successful Women
Quite a lot has changed for women in business since the 70s. Today's women are breaking through the glass ceiling, taking on male-dominated roles, and venturing into uncharted territory. While women...
View ArticleA Sweet Word with Jeff Rubin, CEO and Founder of IT'SUGAR
Jeff Rubin, the CEO and founder of IT'SUGAR - candy and gift retailer with over 80 locations nationwide.Valentine's Day product this year.IT'SUGAR Twitter , Instagram Yummy, yummy, in my tummy! It's...
View ArticleA Horse's Guide to Leadership in Five Easy Steps
One of the best business coaches I've ever had has four legs, a mane and a tail. I don't mean this in any way as an insult to the numerous brilliant and insightful human coaches I've worked with over...
View ArticleDeep Work, Mastery and Becoming an Expert Instead of Watching Game of Thrones
Don't get me wrong, I freaking love Game of Thrones. I devoured 5 seasons in 3 months this past summer and I wait with baited breath for the new ones. But I can't kid myself into thinking that kind of...
View ArticleInterview: Dr. James Pipkins Discusses 33 Years of Change in Contact Center...
In the ever-evolving world of contact center technology - particularly in the ultra-competitive workforce management space - only the strong survive. While it is a relatively young industry, the list...
View Article10 Things to Never Say to a Writer
The topic of careers is often an interesting one. It's a great opportunity to learn more about other people while allowing you to gain insight about jobs that may have piqued your curiosity through the...
View ArticleHow to Improve Your Emotional Intelligence and Be A Better Leader
We get promoted because of our IQ and we get fired because of our lack of EQ. I remember when I was first promoted to a leadership position, I was so proud, and yet I was so unprepared too. It was my...
View ArticleLaunching a Business: Establish Your Business Model
As you sit down to write your business plan, one of the essential elements to include is your business model. The business model is important because it explains your method of doing business. Your...
View ArticleSean Talks Credit: How I Maximize My Rewards With Only a Few Credit Cards
When it comes to credit card rewards, I'm what you might call a lazy optimizer. In the past, I maximized my rewards by signing up for card after card and raking in the sign-up bonuses. That meant...
View Article10 Signs That Your Boss Is a Manager vs. a Leader
Are you frustrated with your boss's inability to lead you? Well put that frustration on pause because your boss may be a manager and not necessarily a leader. Yes, there is a huge difference and...
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