Category: Communication

February 22, 2023

Let’s face it: Making friends as an adult can be hard, especially for influencers. With a tight schedule and countless events at our fingertips, finding success isn’t just about making quality posts anymore; it’s also about forming quality relationships. Back […]

February 20, 2023

As an entrepreneur, you’re inherently always busy. You’re constantly on the go, whether you’re trying to spark new business or putting out fires for your company. Even when you come home tired from a busy day, you’ll check your emails […]

February 8, 2023

Acommon word of advice for entrepreneurs is to build what they personally want, but this can prove to be a path to failure. After all, it’s said that 90% of startups fail, and the number one cause of those failures […]

February 6, 2023

Business leaders young and old face the same problem — how to form a solid team that will work hard to promote the business’s success. Whether it’s a new business or an established one, the people you recruit will be […]

February 6, 2023

There is perhaps one thing all employees will collectively agree on: Meetings steal time, and a lot of it at once, too. The average number of meetings held every week has been steadily climbing, and that’s no surprise in today’s […]

January 23, 2023

If you’re anything like me, when you reflect on the past year, you find yourself reeling from what feels like a punch to the gut. At the start of 2022, businesses were grasping for new hires amid a nationwide employee […]

January 12, 2023

It’s no secret that emotional intelligence is a valuable skill for business leaders. However, many CEOs struggle to cultivate it within their team. Read along as we discuss the benefits of emotional intelligence in the workplace and how to develop […]

January 5, 2023

Kent Lewis, an Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) member in Portland, Oregon, is the founder and CEO of digital marketing agency Anvil Media, which recently merged with Deksia. We asked Kent where he found motivation for rethinking his business strategy for the […]

January 4, 2023

One of the most important books my dad ever gave me was Dig Your Well Before You’re Thirsty by Harvey Mackay. Mackay tells a story about a friend who got a call at two in the morning from someone he […]

December 30, 2022

According to Pew Research Center, 74% of Americans trust someone with a respected personal brand, and over half would recommend, do business with or seek advice from these individuals. Many businesses and entrepreneurs outsource the job of building a personal […]

December 20, 2022

You would be amazed at how many people go into a negotiation without any pre-planning regarding their strategy. These folks go in hoping they’ll land the maximum price, and they’ll jump in, and use their gut and intuition to reach […]

December 12, 2022

The holiday season is underway, and along with the eggnog, we face countless possibilities for miscommunication. As business communicators, we want our clients and colleagues to feel warmly greeted–yet we do not want to offend or overstep. Here are a […]

December 7, 2022

A sense of truth is vital for businesses. Though marketing language can often paint a grandiose image of a company, all activities behind the scenes should be anchored to a firm sense of reality. Still, entrepreneurs can get carried away […]

November 18, 2022

Communication is the source of much conflict in the workplace. Words are misinterpreted, feelings get hurt, people choose sides, the gossip machine starts to churn, and trust is lost. Poor communication can cost businesses countless hours of lost productivity to […]

November 8, 2022

“So, tell me about yourself.” No five words elicit more angst in people than this statement. Yet it is among the most asked questions at job interviews. Talking about yourself is scary, but it’s an essential occupational skill. Follow these […]

October 31, 2022

Most people running a business are well aware that customer communication is critical to success, but that’s only partially correct: It’s only successful when executed in a way that not only engages customers but builds meaningful relationships. In fact, 54% […]

October 21, 2022

When it comes to work and getting things done, effective communication is about more than getting along with your teammates. In a business context, communication can affect not only the interpersonal relationships of the people who work there, but also […]

October 10, 2022

Maintaining good relationships with your vendors helps ensure that you consistently receive the goods and services you need and achieve mutually beneficial goals. But when the buyer-supplier relationship begins to sour for whatever reason, it may be best for your […]

October 6, 2022

Who wouldn’t want to grow their company while increasing team productivity? You may be skilled at providing a great product or service, but you still need a team to sustain the market and make your goal a reality. Before setting […]

September 20, 2022

There are many ways to become an industry leader. Still, the root of all significant influence comes down to one thing: are you the kind of leader that you would follow? These are the questions I asked myself, especially as […]