Who should be on my board? What types of actions should they be approving? These are common questions that small businesses ask themselves as they grow. A board of directors has the ultimate authority to direct the management of the business and affairs of the company. Legally, the board will authorize the issuance of stock, […]

I’ve been spoiled throughout my career of building teams in large tech companies. I’ve had all the luxuries: infinite resources, time, and large pools of qualified candidates. At Google, we always had a steady stream of graduates from top schools flowing into the organization in entry-level positions. When it came time to build a new […]

“Sound mind, sound body.” In college, this meant maintaining at least a 3.0 GPA and partying as much as possible – all while staying in shape. My experience in a fraternity Sigma Phi Epsilon (SigEp) helped me live out this motto. I focused on my studies, and I worked out often to stay in shape […]

Facebook contests are ubiquitous. Scroll your News Feed for more than 10 seconds and there’s a good chance you’ll be prompted to enter one. While contests drive tons of Facebook traffic for many brands, especially those in retail and travel, B2Bs have a harder time figuring out how to make them work. Businesses that are […]

Although chaos isn’t a word that startups want married to their businesses, sometimes I feel that they go hand-in-hand: The product or concept is constantly iterating, roles aren’t always defined, and small teams typically carry the workload of ones twice their size. With team members wearing multiple hats and juggling tasks, it’s important to know […]

The golden age of the multi-billion dollar businesses may well be behind us. Startups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are armed with more resources and investment opportunities than ever before. The freelancers and entrepreneurs who work for them are also learning that they can have a place at the business table without being crowded […]

In a relentlessly competitive marketplace, knowing what your customers want and promoting your products in the right way, with the right context, and at the right time has never been more important. Today’s marketers already recognize the importance of personalization, but only 72% know how to implement a personalization strategy. So many businesses across retail […]

Let’s face it: It’s inevitable that you will hit the dreaded workout plateau and be bored with your usual routine. When you’re forced to change up your fitness regime, it can seem a little overwhelming. How do you choose from the plethora of activities available — from trendy fitness classes (underwater spinning) to old-world martial […]