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Growth Strategies

Get Better At Difficult Conversations By Aligning Your Behavior With What You Want

The problem is that, in a HardTalk scenario, we often behave in a way almost guaranteed to achieve any purpose, other than the one we want.

Growing a Business

This Founder Shares How to Get Out of an Awful Partnership

Bringing on a partner can be a huge risk for a company. One entrepreneur explains what to do when it doesn't work out.

Living

19 Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Cementing a Business Relationship

A small gift is a thoughtful way of telling someone you work or do business with that you appreciate them.

Collaboration

The Secret to Building a Business with Your Significant Other

This couple has figured out how to run a successful business together.

Leadership

3 Goodwill Gestures to Build Better Business Relationships

Mastering the art of giving will pay dividends. Here's how to do it meaningfully.

Fundraising

4 Ways to Build Business Relationships With Knowledge-Sharing

Creating a network of smart, ambitious people to share knowledge with is one of the best things you can do for your business.

Thought Leaders

6 Insights to Increase Your Business Acumen

Learn, and use, the acronym IPGACO to cultivate better business relationships.

Thought Leaders

The Affiliate Marketing Model: A Blueprint for Success in the Gig Economy

Don't get caught in an old-fashioned marketing model. Take advantage of the freedom and flexibility the gig economy offers.

Leadership

3 Ways to Use Conflict to Strengthen Your Startup

All the money and endorsements in the world won't guarantee success if you can't manage internal conflicts at work.

Starting a Business

3 Keys to Getting a Better Deal for Your Startup

Making the most of your money will be crucial to your success.

Employee Experience & Recruiting

15 Things Your Boss Is Tired of Hearing

Before saying any one of these statements, review in your mind how it will be received.

Thought Leaders

6 Red Flags Warning Your Business Partner Will Drag You Down

When you're locked in a cycle of disagreements and distrust, it's time to go your separate ways.

Thought Leaders

7 Trust-Building Tips To Use In Your Business

Communication, commitment and competence will win over your customers and employees.

Growing a Business

The 4 Types of Relationships That Can Make or Break Your Career

This map will help you figure out how to enhance the positive business relationship results you are seeking.

Fundraising

Building a Relationship With a CEO? Woo the Inner Circle First.

Come bearing gifts for assistants, event planners and interns.