Polaris is a non-profit that is trying to end human trafficking and the scourge of modern slavery. But its processes were antiquated, with hotline workers writing eight-page paper reports every time they took a call, and case managers and policy... (Read More)
While many of us blame the lack of achieving our real dreams on circumstance, the fact is most of us are simply afraid of failure. You are afraid of your proposal to the board falling apart under the weight of the real world.
And yet, while the... (Read More)
First, we thought of art in the form of artisans, creators, and artistic patrons. These were the wild-eyed creative types that took off on imaginary flights of fancy, but had no eye for business.
Then, art disentangled itself from craft, becoming... (Read More)
Do you want to be a creative, engaged and productive leader? Then resist the temptation to dash off late-night and weekend emails and texts to your staff. It’s about the message it sends to your team and it’s about your own perspective on your... (Read More)
While most people talk about large mega-corporations and conglomerates, it's small businesses that propel our economy forward. In fact, small businesses make up over 99% of all American employers.
If you are a small business owner, you know the... (Read More)
You've done well for yourself. You have a comfortable income, maybe even an exceptionally comfortable income. Did the announcement a few months back by Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, inspire you to start sharing more... (Read More)
When it comes to running a successful business, few people can make it alone. Some of the most successful, well-respected industry leaders are where they are today because they were willing to take advice from trusted sources.
That's why we would... (Read More)
Famous playwright Oscar Wilde said it best when he said "Experience is simply the name we give our mistakes." A comforting sentiment to business leaders today. But although mistakes will happen, there's plenty you can do to prevent them. Here are... (Read More)
Running a startup business can be one of the most challenging things you'll ever do. And risky. It's a fact that most new companies fail within the first five years of operation. Here are some ways in the formative weeks and months of starting a new... (Read More)