Did you know that your ROI can be directly linked to how well you manage your time? Indeed, good time management and overall organization cannot be overstated. They are the magic solution to business success, and nailing down both can do wonders for your bottom line. We spoke with Arliss Dudley-Cash, a business consultant, about how to improve your processes …
Why is Emotional Intelligence Needed for Effective Writing?
What does it take to be an effective writer? One of the most important ingredients is understanding your audience, and for that, having good emotional intelligence is key. Most of us can benefit from improving our emotional intelligence, and that work can lead to better writing and greater impact from your words. How can you accomplish all of this? We …
How TEDx Can Grow Your Business—Before You Ever Set Foot On Stage!
One of the make-it-or-break-it goals of a business is to garner interest and traction. Indeed, in order to make a sale, you first need clients. For many, it helps to get in front of an audience and share your knowledge. A TEDx stage may be the perfect platform, and it can help grow your business, even before you’ve set a …
How to Create a Personal Image That Aligns With Your Business Brand
We’ve all heard about the importance of having a clear brand for your business. It’s how your organization communicates what it’s all about and attracts the kinds of customers or clients it can best serve. But if you’re the face of that company or otherwise visible in your role there, it’s also vital to have a personal image that aligns …
Why Do People Need to Learn About Selling with Love?
We all know how little people like to be sold to. Many see sales as “sleazy,” in large part because so many salespeople come across as inauthentic and uncaring. But sales can truly help people… if you know how to sell with love. Truly understand your client, provide them with a product or service that will genuinely improve their life, …
How to Combine Being Your Authentic Self with Effective Leadership
What does it mean to be a good leader? There is an overabundance of advice out there on exactly how to act, how to communicate, what parts of yourself to tap into or to minimize… But it can also start to feel inauthentic to who you are. How can you stay true to yourself while still inspiring trust and respect …
Why Your Relationship with Money is Driven From the Inside
We all have a relationship with money, but whether that’s a good relationship is another matter. How can we get more comfortable with our finances? How can we change the way we think about money? We spoke with Kim Curtis, a wealth management advisor, about where our relationship with money stems from… and how to give it an update for …
Your Hidden Fortune – How to Sell with Social Media
In the past 20 years, it’s become undeniable that if you want to sell well, you need to be online. And we don’t just mean an online storefront. You need to go where the people are: social media. How can you reach your target audience using today’s social media platforms? We spoke with Ashley Ann, a true king of social …
How to Identify New Profit Opportunities and Ways to Save $
One of the toughest aspects of being a small business owner is keeping your finances in order, both in terms of increasing revenue and cutting costs. Many struggle to find new profit opportunities and aren’t even aware of the many ways to save money. We spoke with Salim Omar, a CPA who helps small businesses attain financial health and security. …
How Grief and Holidays Collide: Tools for Hope and Clarity
Many of us have lost loved ones, and those who have know that the grief never fully fades. For many, holidays can be particularly difficult to face without your loved one by your side. How can you keep traditions alive without them? How can you feel happy without them there to celebrate with you? We spoke with Maryann Udel about …
How to Leverage Social Selling in Your New Business Environment
Many businesses have had to pivot and adapt to the changing environment, and it can be a challenge to keep your sales robust. One key to unlock greater success may be social selling. What is that? We spoke with Jamie Shanks about this sales tactic and how to implement it in your business. Watch our podcast with Jamie Shanks to …
What Are the ABCs of Effective Communication in the Workplace?
There are few skills more important to master than that of communication. Indeed, it is foundational to everything, including success in the workplace. But communication is as easy as A-B-C, right? Well, not quite. We spoke with Mpume Ncube-Daka about the art of effective communication. With the right tools, you can excel in your communication… and in your career. Watch …
How to Approach Mental Health Through a Heart-Centered, Proactive Lens
Discussions surrounding mental health have opened up greatly in recent years, and more than ever, people are getting the support and help they need. How can you approach mental health in a way that is heart-centered and proactive? We spoke with Bill Lennan, the founder of HAERT, about his commitment to helping people with mental wellness. Watch our podcast with …
How to Forge Strong Relationships on LinkedIn That Blossom
LinkedIn is the online place to be if you want to build your community and grow your sales. But as with any social platform, it can be hard to foster genuine connections. How can you forge strong relationships on LinkedIn – the kind that will blossom with time? We spoke with Donna Serdula about LinkedIn and the tricks to real …
How to Find Career Happiness & Success on Your Own Terms
For most of us, a dream job is one in which we feel fulfilled, happy, and successful in our work. Yet even when in their desired career path, many don’t see the results or feel the joy they’d expected. What’s going wrong? How can you attain that career happiness on your own terms? We spoke with career coach Terry B. …
Why Myths of Nonsense “Green & Organic” Have Little Sustainability Impact
Climate change is a very real issue facing all of us, and it’s imperative that we make major changes soon. However, much of what we hear about is going green or organic… and this may not have as much sustainability impact as we think. Where does this go wrong, and how we can make true impact? We spoke with Lizzie …
How to Grow and Profit More By Doing Less With Tech Mastery
By now, it should be no surprise that technology can be a tremendous help in a wide range of situations, including with your sales job. How can tech mastery help you grow and profit more… even while doing less? We spoke with RJ Redden about how to master the right technology and put it to use in your career. Watch …
Why a Chair of Joy Helps You Feel Better Now
We all feel negative emotions, from stress to anger to sadness, and this impacts us both in our private life and at work. How can we let go of the negativity and feel better almost instantly? We spoke with Sheryl Lynn, the founder of JOYELY. Through her Chair of Joy, she helps people improve their mood in just 60 seconds, …
Why Your Inter-Personal Relationships Unwittingly Lead to Burnout
Where does burnout come from? Perhaps your first answer might be too much work and not enough time to rest and recharge. However, your inter-personal relationships can also play a big role. How can they unwittingly burn you out? We spoke with communication expert Dr. Cassandra LeClair about inter-personal relationships and how to make them healthier for you. Watch our …
How Genuine Passion & Alliances Generate Valuable Referrals
In this highly competitive world, it can be hard to get valuable referrals. How can you inspire existing clients to spread the love and send new prospects your way? We spoke with the King of Referrals, Brandon Barnum, about the secret to warm leads. It all starts with genuine passion and strong alliances. Watch our podcast with Brandon Barnum for …