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budgeting

How Personal and Business Budgeting Differs

That’s because keeping a household operating in the black requires many of the same skills necessary for running a business. That overlap can be a huge positive for new entrepreneurs, as they can draw on the skills they’ve cultivated while dealing with their own household finances

Developing Internal Leaders

The Importance of Developing Internal Leaders

What separates thriving businesses from those that struggle?

Expand your Business Internationally

Tips on How to Expand your Business Internationally

If your business is seeing high levels of success here in the States, you might be weighing the possibility of taking your business global. After all, doing so can greatly expand your audience and your potential for growth/success. At the same time, there are some unique challenges involved with scaling a business globally. By following a few essential steps, however, you can be well on your way to expanding internationally.

Teen Entrepreneur

Become a Successful Teen Entrepreneur

Who says you need to wait until later in life to begin pursuing your dreams? If you aspire to be a successful entrepreneur and are in your teens, you’re in good company. In fact, some of today’s best known entrepreneurs and business professionals began in their teenage years, and many teenage entrepreneurs have even been able to make millions before even technically reaching “adulthood.” It’s never too early to kick-start your dreams, and there are a few guidelines that may help you get started.

Personal Selling

Personal Selling: The Process and Approach

Have you ever heard someone be referred to as a “natural-born” salesperson? In reality, nobody is born hard-wired to be able to relate to, interact with, and convince audiences; these are all skills that are learned and perfected with practice and concentrated effort. Looking to boost your own personal selling strategy? A few tips will go a long way as you hone in on your ideal process and approach.

Where are Women Directors?

My premise is simple:  better boards equal better companies. The market is demanding increased transparency and accountability. New compliance mandates, regulation and shareholder activism are the drivers. At the same time, …

Public Relations

Tools and Techniques of Public Relations

When you’re just starting off as a business owner or entrepreneur, building the reputation of your brand is key. At the same time, when you’re this early in the game, it’s likely that you may not have the funds to hire your own public relations (PR) representative. Instead, you’ll need to confidently represent yourself and your business. By utilizing the PR tools and techniques available to you, you can boost your reputation and spread awareness of your brand in no time.

Personal Brand

How to Create Your Personal Brand

As someone who has spent many years working in business, finance and entrepreneurship, I’ve witnessed a lot of changes — and one of the most relevant is the emergence of the personal brand. Your brand is the public face you present to the world, so it’s important that your brand is a compelling one.

Money Management

Best Features for Money Management Apps

I often ask the question, “Are you a master of money, or a slave to it?”. For anyone wanting to master money management, smart budgeting is an important cornerstone of success. Many people would be amazed at the dramatic results that can be realized simply by paying closer attention to how you spend and save, and by having a spending plan. By cultivating good habits and overseeing your spending plan with care, you can make amazing progress toward your goals.

Motivational Speaking

Top 3 Tips to Take Your Motivational Speaking to the Next Level

A career in motivational speaking can be extremely rewarding; not only do you get to enjoy the personal fulfillment that comes along with inspiring others, but motivational speakers also enjoy the freedom to more-or-less set their own schedules and forge their own path. Whether you’re just starting out as a motivational speaker or have years of experience under your belt, there are a few steps you can take to take your career to the next level.