Category: Business
Walking the Tightrope: On Writing Epic Shit & Getting Visible
Call it what you will — exposure, traction, traffic, attention, validation, fame, the sacred YES we wish for and warrant — and measure it however you like — pageviews, downloads, adoring eyeballs, crescendos of comments, fan mail, love letters, media ops, onscreen time, on-air spots, bestseller nods, awards, bookmarks, re-tweets,Read More
What’s in Your Freelancers’ Digital Toolbox?
Becoming a freelancer after regular corporate job can feel very overwhelming. An army of IT support, Human Resources, Accounting and Sales are no longer within your reach. Suddenly, you begin wondering that the “insane bravery” for finally making the decision to work for yourself no longer looks like the smartest decision you ever made.But wait!Read More
6 Things Your Customers Won’t Tell You – Unless You Ask
There are certain personal questions you should never ask your customers. They probably won’t answer anyway. You shouldn’t ask about your customers’ political persuasion, religion, sexual preference, or ethnicity. But, really, do these questions really matter all that much in the long run? The thing is lots of businesses do ask aboutRead More
What is Your Leadership Style?
As a young leader I’ve been observing how others treat their peers and subordinates. In fact, before I was a leader I was already identifying how I would and would not lead, when I had people to follow me. Influenced by both those I looked up to and established authors,Read More
How to Improve Your Writing: 6 Tips from a Freelance Writer
We all know it’s the small things set us apart from the competition: a pressed edge on a collar, an innovative elevator speech, a thoughtful question at the right moment. Giving a general air of competency is essential. Appearing well-educated, confident, and innovative is the hallmark of success. I amRead More
How to Find the Right Business Coach for Your Venture
The word “coach” tends to bring to mind thoughts of Little League, whistles, and stopwatches. As we get older, we are quick to forget the roles these individuals played in guiding our lives in the right direction. These were the type of people we wanted to work hard and succeedRead More
Fire Your Distractions: Be More Productive & Professional Working at Home
A few years ago, I was planning a trip to Crescent City, California. In my search for lodging, I called several hotels in the area to compare prices and amenities. With exception of the hotel I stayed in, I don’t remember anything about the others I called. Well, except one.Read More
7 Ways Millennials Are Changing the Workplace
The Millennial generation is changing the way we look at the world. For one, thanks to emerging technology this generation is more plugged-in than their predecessors. They’re used to surviving and thriving in an environment where social interaction is just a click, tweet, or status update away. This is changingRead More