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7 Steps to Make (and Keep) New Year’s Resolutions

Happy New Year! 2019 is finally here, and with it comes a whole new set of possibilities for business. What will you accomplish in 2019? How will you grow? How will the company grow? Of course, one...

How to Set Your Business up for Success in the New Year

Happy New Year’s Eve! Every year, this day brings with it the sweet sensations of excitement, preparation and hope as we look ahead toward the new year and wonder what will come. Will 2019 be...

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6 Benefits of Time off for the Holidays

Merry Christmas Eve! If you’re a business professional, entrepreneur or marketer, then hopefully you are taking time today, tomorrow and this week away from work to spend with your loved ones....

5 Reasons Reading Makes You a Better Leader

In the business world, there are few skills more important than leadership. Being a truly great leader means inspiring team members around you, pursuing your next goal and building up the business to...

Top Tips for Becoming a Better Leader

Ask any marketing professional and they’ll tell you: one of the most valuable characteristics to have in the business world is leadership. When you’re a strong leader, other employees will not...

Top 6 Reasons to Write an Ebook

You’ve heard about ebooks before. Chances are you’ve seen a famous professional share one on social media, or you’ve heard about a major company offering one up to their customers as part of a...

From Survival to Full Bloom

Eliza Blank was tired of the gloomy atmosphere in her cramped New York apartment. Eliza began dabbling with houseplants, and her passion quickly bloomed into a budding small business. In 2012, Blank...

How to Write the Perfect Cover Letter

So, you’re in the job market. Or… maybe you’re not. Maybe you’re in the market of hiring those in the job market. Maybe you really just like to keep your business profile up-to-date. Whatever...

How to Become a Better Public Speaker

There are certain skills that come in handy within the professional world. For instance, good grammar makes a difference. Taking charge within a project demonstrates leadership skills. And of course,...

Craft More Compelling, More Emotional Presentations Today

The major goal of any piece of marketing collateral is to connect with your audience in a deep, meaningful way. This is true regardless of the specific type of marketing you’re talking about...