Eight attributes that are central to successful entrepreneurs
Countless books have been written on the subject of starting your own business and becoming a successful entrepreneur. I’ve devoured several myself. Standouts include Tom Peters’ “A Passion for Excellence,” Stephen R. Covey’s “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” and Jim Collins’ “Good to Great.” The book that has had the biggest impact on […]
Drawing the connection between entrepreneurial skills and philanthropic vision
The impact of entrepreneurship is all around us. It is evident in the direct impact of business growth in a community and through transformative philanthropic giving. I have long ruminated on the connection between entrepreneurial success and philanthropic vision. How does an entrepreneur’s business acumen inform and inspire the design of charitable initiatives? Entrepreneurs as […]
Is your business needed or is it loved?
We have all had a service experience that leaves more to be desired, whether at a restaurant, local car dealership or especially these days, on an airline. Is a quality, memorable service experience becoming a thing of the past? Back when I worked at The Washington Post, a wise business consultant asked a philosophical, but […]
How VoIP can be designed to fit the unique needs of different industries
The importance of customization, and how Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) can be tailored to serve various industries.
Internal innovation districts can help your company grow, attract and retain top talent
In the world of economic development, we’ve been hearing a lot about “innovation districts” lately. In fact, cities around the world are transforming formerly blighted urban landscapes into lively areas where people come together to solve problems, create opportunities and develop new technologies. These districts concentrate talent in a resourced environment and then allow good […]
How to navigate today’s commercial real estate lending market
Recent commercial real estate activity and how to leverage the commercial real estate lending climate.
Finding an auditor, being prepared are key steps to a smooth experience
Finding an auditor, being prepared are key steps to a smooth experience
Transform your annual meeting from an obligation to a hot ticket
Transform your annual meeting from an obligation to a hot ticket
Why benchmarking benefits helps you provide value for your employees
Why benchmarking benefits helps you provide value for your employees
The state’s new minimum wage law may cause employers to fret a bit
The state’s new minimum wage law may cause employers to fret a bit