Education and Career

Congratulation for acquiring your new position as a manager! But, do you know what is expected of you? Your role as a manager can make the company fall or succeed depending on how you handle things. Don't worry though, by the end of this blog post; you will be able...

Learning to negotiate effectively is imperative for all entrepreneurs and business leaders, and can mean the difference between the success or failure of your enterprise. If you know you have a negotiation coming up, then preparation is key. In our book Entrepreneurial Negotiation, we provide real-world examples of successful negotiation...

Seventy percent of all businesses are family businesses in the United States, but only two thirds survive past the first generation. Why? There’s a myth surrounding family businesses that sets them up for failure. It’s wonderful to be able to work with your children and imagine them taking the reins...

Starting Meathead Movers with my brother, Evan, was the greatest decision I’ve made. Sure, running a family-owned business can come with its challenges, but the benefits far out-weight the hurdles. I believe that the reason our company has been so successful over the last 20+ years is because we have...

It is fair to say that many experts have predicted that data would become the global currency of the future. However, that may now be somewhat inaccurate as data is already becoming one of the most valuable currencies used in commerce today. The value of personal data is starting to...

Surprisingly, Greece has been named the “worst country for women to work” in an annual Expat Insider Survey, followed closely by Italy. With 77% of female expats in Greece dissatisfied with their jobs and an additional 55% reporting that they were unhappy with their work-life balance. Italy is the second...

In 2018, the Asia-Pacific region and the United States took the lead in the high-end real estate market.  Europe also saw significant changes, with the United Kingdom and France surpassing Spain and Germany. The luxury property market is increasingly influenced by political developments, analysts report, and this trend is expected...

McKinsey research has found that 94% of global leaders are NOT satisfied with their innovation performance. An Oxford study says that only 16% of companies report that they are successful with digital transformation. What the above research points to is that 6% of global leaders are happy with their innovation...

Corporate social responsibility is a broad concept that can take many forms depending on the company and industry; it is predicated on the belief that philanthropy is necessary for the good of society. A conscious impact may be social or environmental but should strive to make a positive difference. Corporate...

Many businesses will need to seek additional funding at some point throughout their lifetime, whether it be to invest in their long-term growth, or simply to solve issues with cash-flow. But, with so many finance options out there, finding a funding option that best suits your business’ needs can at...