Thought Leaders
I Audited My Time for One Week. Here’s What I Changed Forever.
Busyness is easy to measure. Real progress takes focus, discipline and intention.
Hard Work
Thought Leaders
3 Innate Traits You Need to Survive the Rollercoaster of Entrepreneurship
If you are uncomfortable with the up-and-down nature of entrepreneurship, you might not be cut out to be an entrepreneur.
Thought Leaders
Why Applying Constant Pressure on Yourself Can Significantly Improve Your Productivity and Success
Though we try to avoid feeling under pressure, learning to utilize it effectively can turn it into your greatest weapon.
By Ryan McGrath
Building a Business
5 Characteristics That Will Help You Succeed Through the Toughest of Times
Adapt these characteristics for better results in times of uncertainty.
By Armand Peri
Thought Leaders
3 Ways Kobe Bryant’s Insane Work Ethic Can Transform Our Business
The way that NBA great Kobe Bryant relentlessly tried to be the best can be an inspiration to all.
Entrepreneurs
What Benjamin Franklin and Tony Robbins Can Teach You About Self-Improvement
For thousands of years, successful people have taught that success begins with self-belief. That belief, coupled with persistence and action is the path that leads to happiness and the pride of accomplishment.
Thought Leaders
You’re Creative and Have Great Ideas — Now What?
Unless you also work hard, those ideas won't become reality.
By Aytekin Tank
Building a Business
I’ve Worn Hawaiian Shirts to Work Every Day For Decades. Here’s Why.
Even as I've founded and sold multiple businesses, it reminds me not to take things too seriously.
By Andy Kurtzig
Thought Leaders
The Harder You Work, the Luckier You Get
How to actively cultivate lucky breaks through a consistent approach to entrepreneurship and hard work.
Entrepreneurs
Stop Working So Hard. Differentiate Yourself Instead.
Know your value and optimize every action you take towards showcasing that value.
By Tim Madden
Thought Leaders
Creativity vs. Hard Work: Which Matters More for Startup Success?
Should entrepreneurs focus on hard work or creative ideas? Here's how founders can find a balance between hard work and creativity.
By Aytekin Tank
Thought Leaders
Why Hard Work Is the Most Important Trait a Successful Entrepreneur Should Have
Seven reasons that this trait matters above all others.
Thought Leaders
In His Own Words: Mark Wahlberg’s Secret to Success
The actor and entrepreneur's greatest business asset is his own diligence.
By Jason Feifer
Entrepreneurs
How This Cowboy Hat Reminds the CEO of Zenefits That Hard Work Is Always Worth It
When he's not at the office, Jay Fulcher is working at his family's horse ranch. Both take a grueling amount of time and commitment.
By Jay Fulcher
Business News
4 Ways to Get Unstuck at Work and in Life
We all face challenges sometimes. Luckily, the brain is well-equipped to deal with tough times.
By Ellevate
Business News
10 Steps to Help Get Your Career Back on Track
Up or out? Here's what to do when your career stalls.
Entrepreneurs
‘Work Smart, Not Hard’ Is a Lie: Why Smart Is Nice But It’s Hard that Matters
Sorry, Tim Ferriss fans. No high performer actually has a four-hour workweek.
By Marc Effron
Building a Business
A $20,000 Watch That Tells More Than Time
After struggling for years, an entrepreneur finally splurged -- and it pushed her to work harder.
Building a Business
How Risking It All Helped This Entrepreneur Find Success
The co-founder of Farmshelf explains how he only had one shot to make it work.
Business Ideas
12 Inspiring Tweets From ‘Hamilton’ Creator Lin-Manuel Miranda
He shows that creative pursuits are never easy, but always worth it.
By Nina Zipkin
Thought Leaders
The 8 Lessons Entrepreneurs Could Learn From Farmers
Embracing a farmer's work ethic will do more than put food on your table.
Building a Business
Building a Hard-Working Team Starts With You
For better or worse, the cornerstone of a startup's culture is going to be the founder.
By George Deeb
Thought Leaders
Don’t Believe Success Comes From Hard Work Alone
Get-it-done grit is necessary but not sufficient to attaining success in life. That which you do must be worthy of your precious time, and that's a determination only you can make.
By Joe De Sena
Building a Business
Taking the Easy Way Can Be The Best Method for Getting Ahead
If you can get the same results with less work, that's called efficient.
By Melissa Chu
Thought Leaders
A CEO’s Tips for Raising Work-Smart Kids
One way parents can instill a love and appreciation of work in their children? Let them fail.
Business News
7 Inspiring Quotes About Hard Work From Janet Reno
Remembering the nation's first female attorney general, who died today.
By Nina Zipkin
Thought Leaders
7 Quotes About Leadership From Walter Cronkite
Here are insights from the iconic anchorman, who would have turned 100 today.
By Nina Zipkin