Thought Leaders

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Business News

'Father Time Always Wins': Warren Buffett, 94, Just Announced Major Changes to His Plan to Give Away His Money

Warren Buffett continued his Thanksgiving tradition with a $1.1 billion donation of Berkshire Hathaway stock to four of his family's foundations.

Leadership

Layoff Anxiety is Holding Your Employees Back — 5 Ways to Hire and Retain Top Talent in 2025

Attracting and retaining top talent requires prioritizing employee development, inclusivity, and a supportive workplace culture.

Making a Change

These Are the Two Words That Inspired NBA MVP Russell Westbrook to Achieve Greatness on the Court, in Business, and in His Community

Russell Westbrook breaks down the simple phrase that drives his philanthropy, entrepreneurship, and community work.

Leadership

Here's the One Trait You Need to Be a Successful Entrepreneur

Entrepreneurs are often lauded as being risk-takers. But there's a distinction between being a risk-taker and being brave — and only the latter is necessary for entrepreneurs.

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Business News

DOGE Leaders Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy Say Mandating In-Person Work Would Make 'a Wave' of Federal Employees Quit

The two published an op-ed outlining their goals for their new department, including workforce reductions.

Leadership

How Entrepreneurs Can Create a More Inclusive Office Space

When you want your office to feel more inclusive, remember to consider the roles of design and layout.

Science & Technology

How AI-Driven Knowledge Can Build a Smarter Culture in Your Organization

AI is changing the way we share knowledge and reducing gaps that hinder collaboration and productivity. Many questions have been raised about the impact full AI integration will have on team culture. For me, it represents empowerment and an opportunity to create a continuous learning environment.

Leadership

Gen Z Talent Will Walk Away — Unless You Try These 6 Strategies

Six business leaders share what's worked to empower or educate younger generations.

Career

This Trend Is Threatening the Entire Labor Market — Here's Why Companies Need to Develop an Early Talent Strategy

The declining U.S. birthrate and lower labor force participation will continue to fuel workforce shortages for years to come. Companies need to prioritize reaching early talent sooner.

Starting a Business

Your Firsthand Experiences Shape the Way You Run Your Business — Here's How Mine Shaped Me

Growing up in a family-owned Chinese restaurant instilled in me the entrepreneurial spirit that now drives my tech venture. From handling customer complaints to managing staff, these early experiences shaped my approach to business and leadership.

Leadership

Why Real Mentors Don't Just Give Answers — They Ask the Right Questions

Effective mentorship focuses on self-reflection, growth and the process rather than immediate results, helping mentees discover their own paths to improvement.

Starting a Business

From Side Gig to 6-Figure Success — How I Built a Thriving Home-Based Business as a Busy Family Man

I've made over $17,000,000 for clients worldwide and brought in multiple six figures for myself, all while barely leaving my kitchen.

Thought Leaders

Why the Future of Digital Design Needs to Be Trauma-Informed

Online interactions can create stress responses in users, but if designers and developers received trauma-informed training, the benefits would go well beyond "do no further harm."

Marketing

6 Reasons Why Successful Entrepreneurs Need to Be on LinkedIn

Today's LinkedIn is more than a job search; it is a dynamic platform powering professional growth, business visibility and authentic connections.

Leadership

Ditch the 'Fake It Til You Make It' Mentality — Here's Why You Need to Be Honest About Your Weaknesses

Vulnerability comes more naturally after success, but being vulnerable about your weaknesses should be the first thing you do as a business owner. Here's why.