Sleazy, ugly, and gross are all words that come to mind when the word “sales” comes up. But why do we shy away from such a process that is at the center of everything entrepreneurs do? Sales, quite literally, is the economy — more sales equals a bigger economy. Increased sales means more jobs and […]

Turn Passion Into Business Wise musician John Legend advised University of Pennsylvania’s 2014 graduating class, “The key to success, the key to happiness, is opening your mind and your heart to love – spending your time doing things you love and with people you love,” a philosophy one would expect from the artist behind ballads […]

Steve Fisher, one of the world’s most accomplished extreme kayakers, gave my favorite talk at WeWork Summer Camp 2014. Steve’s job poses extreme danger to his life every day – so he’s become an expert at managing, assessing and ultimately, taking risks. Here are some insights he shared with us on the quaint shores of Raquette Lake, not too […]

Every company in Silicon Valley — and around the world for that matter — is hunting for a competitive edge in recruiting and retaining top-notch employees. But contrary to popular belief, you actually don’t need Ritz-Carlton retreats or on-demand errand services to attract the best and brightest. Most smart professionals care more about finding a […]

We sat down with Bryan Copley and Jeff White, the co-founders of Rebls, to hear their thoughts on how they’re improving the real estate experience by connecting homeowners and buyers directly. Video by Mike Folden.

Amazon has forever changed the way people shop online, but it wasn’t always the juggernaut that it is today. In fact, once upon a time it was just a tiny startup with a big vision. So, how did it end up as the giant online retailer that it is now? It’s hard to say, but one […]

Your business is a palace. From the foundation to its unique trappings, every feature and detail of your enterprise has a distinct role in showcasing its utility and beauty. Building a successful business from scratch is like constructing a palace from a blueprint. The overwhelming elements you have to consider can be intimidating. But focusing […]