A while back I came across this fascinating video essay entitled “Painting in the Dark: The Struggle for Art in A World Obsessed with Popularity.” In it, Adam Westbrook of Delve focuses on the life and work of Vincent van Gogh. For me the video was intriguing not just because of the art (which is […]
No matter what industry you are in, or what job title you hold, the art of the sale is an essential skill every professional needs in their toolkit. Even if you are not working in “sales,” you are selling things every day; whether it’s a pitch in a meeting, or convincing your boss you should be […]
Saying “no” can be difficult, but trying to be the “yes man or woman” all the time can easily lead to exhaustion and burnout. The good news is, there’s no need to feel guilty when you have to turn down an offer or request. And to make things easier, we’ve got ten guilt-free tips and […]
For the first time in history the ultra-successful are putting in more hours than working class laborers. A study showed that the average CEO works around 58.15 hours per week, or an average of 11 hours a day with some weekend hours thrown in. No longer do we live in a time when success means […]
Although I’m a member of a co-working space I love, I still work from home quite a bit. In the past, there were a lot of people living under one roof which caused me to have to find ways to stay focused. Now, I only have a roommate and a designated workspace, but I still […]
The only constant in life is change. This is also true for business. As a business owner, you will likely have to learn how to pivot when challenges present themselves. If the word “pivot” sounds familiar, it’s because it’s used quite a bit in entrepreneurial spaces. It’s the act of knowing when to change things […]
I remember the first real job I quit. Even though I was recently given a raise and enjoyed my co-workers, I was way too stressed. I was also spending too much time at work and not what really matters to me at the time. I gave everything to that company and I had bigger things […]
Some of us are born more gifted than others, but the vast majority of the labor force starts out on a more or less even playing field. For most, success is about finding that slight edge over your competition. Productivity is key, and to be productive you need energy. Have you ever noticed that many […]
One of the greatest things about being an entrepreneur is the ability to dictate your own schedule. After all, your business is yours to run, which means you don’t have to answer to anyone else when you make decisions around how you spend your time. That all said, there are always two sides to everything. […]
If you’re like most business professionals, your day is likely filled with meetings. Meetings can be a great way to gather your team and make important business decisions. On the contrary, they can also be a total waste of time. In fact, they are typically the latter. As a manager or business executive you need […]
