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This Might Be the Worst Type of Person to Hire, According to an Elite Special Operations Leader — Look for These Red Flags Before It's Too Late

There are many well-known tips for hiring the right people, but I learned a phrase from an old colleague that completely transformed how I teach others to hire.

There's a Major Shift Happening With Independent Workers — and Business Owners Who Ignore It Are at Risk

According to the MBO Partners State of Independence Report 2024, the number of individuals choosing to work independently full-time has increased from 13.6 million in 2020 to 27.7 million today. How will you embrace this independent workforce?

How to Create a Positive Work Environment As a Leader

A leader's well-being is the cornerstone of effective team management. When leaders support their own and their team's well-being through the practice of 'Expressive Arts,' they create a positive environment that fosters self-awareness, trust, collaboration and productivity within their teams.

Toxic company culture is like a silent killer. It doesn't just show up one day — it creeps in slowly, chipping away at everything you've worked so hard to build.

The Holidays Are Nearing — Combat Productivity Lulls in Your Business With These 3 Strategies

Ergonomics is a strategic advantage for businesses looking to boost productivity. Addressing the physical needs of your team doesn't just create a more pleasant workplace; you're setting the stage for better performance, fewer energy dips and sustained focus throughout the workday.

A Good Work Culture Doesn't Come From Free Pizza — 10 Lessons I Learned From Building an Unbreakable Culture

An authentic and supportive company culture, which is rooted in trust, empowerment and respect, fosters loyalty, growth and collective success.

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."

'Hire Fast and Fire Faster' Is Terrible Advice — Here's What You Should Do Instead

While slow, conscientious growth may not grab headlines, it is far less risky and more sustainable than rapid expansion.

How to Build an Inclusive Website or App with Accessibility Testing

Accessibility testing helps businesses expand market reach, improve brand reputation and ensure legal compliance while creating inclusive digital experiences for all users.

Google's $1.67 billion patent settlement highlights the importance of strategic patent management. How can aligning patents with business goals prevent costly mistakes and protect consumer trust? Discover the answers and learn how to turn patents into powerful assets.

Use This Scientific Approach to Transform Your Idea Into a Million-Dollar Success

Even when approaching the unknown, we always have a tool to draw conclusions for better-informed decision-making — the scientific method.

I Am an Investor in OpenAI — Here's What Other Investors Must Consider About The Biggest Risks and Benefits of AI

As an investor in both OpenAI and xAI, I continuously ask myself the ethical ramifications of this new technology, how intelligent it is and whether it is the best path forward for humanity.

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