The word “Enron” wasn’t always synonymous with “epic corporate fraud on a massive scale.” Back in the late 20th century, Houston-based Enron was a totally respectable, seemingly above-board energy conglomerate with tens of thousands of employees and a ten-figure market capitalization. Its C-level executives made millions of dollars per year in cash and stock compensation. The Houston company and its […]

For many decades, women have battled to get respect in the workplace. They have constantly complained about being passed over for promotions that were given to men with less experience. They have also voiced their anger about not receiving equal pay to men who have the same position and level of experience that they possess. However, the past decade has […]

As a business owner, you are likely well aware of the fact that running a successful business can be one heck of a challenge. From coordinating marketing efforts and employees to making sure you regularly deliver high quality products/services, the responsibilities are endless. One of the most often overlooked responsibilities associated with owning a business is finance management. Its importance […]

By now, using email to help market your products and services is pretty much “old hat.” It’s stranger not to engage in email marketing than it is to set up your own list and start collecting recipients. That doesn’t mean, however, that email marketing hasn’t changed since entrepreneurs started using it. On the contrary! Email marketing has changed significantly–and there […]

Recent years have seen a rise in how many startups exist out in the marketplace. This is due to the age of the internet and how easy it has become to get an idea off the ground. While having a solid concept for your startup is essential in order to see success, there are other points that you will need […]

Thinking of expanding your business? Introducing a new product line? Or maybe you’re just trying to add some cushion to your cash flow? Whatever reason you’re applying for a small business loan, in order to get approved, you’ll need to have all your ducks in a row. Lenders are looking to work with applicants that can show they have a […]

The latest buzzword in the world of business in ‘innovation’. Essentially, this is the word used to describe a process, whereby an idea is selected and created, after which it is developed and turned into an accessible reality. Proper innovation management is key to the success of a business, but a lot of businesses still struggle to find way to […]

Your reputation is intangible, but incredibly important. It is a concept, rather than a single piece of data, and this can make it hard to manage as well. Luckily, it isn’t difficult to find an excellent reputation management company to make sure that your reputation isn’t destroyed and that it is always positive. Let’s look at five things that you […]

Once upon a time, a CEO would merely get up and go about his work. Now, they are scrutinized to immense detail – with many having labels forced upon them. One such label comes in the form of their leadership style. Over the years experts have devised several different styles that can be attributed to leaders all around the world […]

A truly revolutionary business leader change more than just their own company, they have a lasting effect on their industry or even the world as whole. While Henry Ford and Steve Jobs are household names, what made them so ground-breaking? Here are some thoughts on what makes a visionary business leader. Adaptability A great leader is flexible. The ability to […]