Over the course of my entrepreneurial career, I’ve founded a variety of companies, all of which had their own obstacles. But I’ve found there is one obstacle that seems to get in the way more often than others﹘ big government. As a conservative entrepreneur, I believe...

As politics divides Americans across the dinner table and at the water cooler, businesses increasingly pick sides, and it doesn't appear to hurt the bottom line. In fact, it may help. Corporate behemoths, such as fast-food...

As a business leader, the very idea of doing nothing may seem unprofessional, even crazy. After all, how will you get things done by simply sitting back and doing nothing? The reality is, sometimes the pressure of running a business is so overwhelming that it hinders...

In business dealings, many of us were trained to avoid confusing relationships with clients or partners. Everyone has heard, "Don't mix business with pleasure." But, when taken as an unbreakable rule, might just take away a valuable tool for building trust and sealing...

Making light of never-ending corporate meetings has become the stuff of legends. We all know companies where holding meetings takes up far more time than task completion activities. That kind of grueling grind beats enthusiasm to a pulp and turns time that could be...

There are times in the life of a business where you may entertain the idea of having a business partner. Maybe you feel overwhelmed or lack expertise in an essential area. Perhaps you are a social animal by nature and thrive when you can bounce ideas off of others....

People who want to excel in business or be effective leaders can learn some vital leadership tips from Roman Emperor (most widely recognized for his pithy book Meditations) Marcus Aurelius. Though he left this world over 1,800 years ago, his teachings are still...

Does golf really improve the career game for business executives? Experts say "yes"- it really does. If you're looking to climb the proverbial ladder and you haven't been teeing off regularly, you might want to join the club and get your career game swinging....

In a fast-paced world where job security is vital, how can employees ensure that they remain indispensable? Every office has both types of workers: those who just clock in and clock out without adding much value to their company and those who are the very lifeblood of...

As a manager, it's important to be demanding of yourself in order to lead and get the most out of your people. Below are six issues that trip up many beginning and experienced managers with their employees. You're telling people that "OK is good enough" Employees very...

If you're like me, a busy executive or entrepreneur, you know that time is as valuable as money––if not more so! Studies have shown that your continued personal and professional success rely heavily upon your ability to keep learning. And how better to do so than...

Burnout can cause you to feel physically and mentally exhausted, but also to sleep less, which can lead to being less alert. Stress can affect how much you eat and your digestion. My secret to avoiding the burnout nearly inevitable in an executive...

We have finally come to the point we can say, “I’m going to be working from home” and be confident that everybody believes it. Working from home just isn’t the big deal that it used to be even five years ago. It is perfectly natural for business owners and others who...