Working for yourself? Sure, it’s super rewarding – but it can make it hard to make time for self-care. Follow our tips for a more productive, more relaxed, more successful you. Review your goals As a business owner, you’re probably focused on doing more, so it’s inevitable that you’ll eventually reach the point where you have more tasks than you…
Since leaders lead others, usually in groups or teams, any conversation about effective leadership can’t go too far before beginning to discuss how leaders help their teams. People have spent their lives studying the dynamics of team interactions, how teams form and develop, and the skills needed for team members to be successful. When thought about from this perspective, it…
How important is it really to do an internship before applying for a job? Do you need to get the hands-on experience that is talked about when discussing the importance of internships or is it a matter of just landing the right job? During the school year, students may feel overwhelmed with coursework, sports, or co-curricular activities that may keep them extremely…
Katia Beauchamp is the CEO and co-founder of Birchbox shares how she reached the top and the lessons she learned along the way. After graduating from Vassar, I began my career in banking. I was doing well, but didn’t feel challenged or fulfilled so I decided to change my career path — and was lucky enough to get into Harvard…
This Specialization will teach you to optimize website content for the best possible search engine ranking. You’ll learn the theory behind Google search and other search engine algorithms; you’ll also build practical, real-world skills that you can apply to a career in digital marketing or online content development, including on-page and off-page optimization, optimizing for local and international audiences, conducting…
Amnesty International has unveiled a new collection of T-shirts in recognition of female activists who are fighting for women’s rights around the world. The range, which has been launched in collaboration with online retail marketplace Everpress, marks 100 years of women’s suffrage in the UK. The T-shirts have been created by nine female and non-binary artists, with the designs representing various important topics such as…
Though you may not realize it, every dollar you spend actively supports a certain type of business practice. If you’re not mindful with your money, you may inadvertently give to a company that doesn’t invest its profits as well or as ethically as it could. In this respect, consumers represent the cornerstone of corporate social responsibility in the modern age,…
As you transition from the idea of starting your own business to actually doing it, there’s one thing that every entrepreneur must know: it’s time to get chatty. Yes, mastering the art of small talk can make you not only a great conversationalist but can also open the door to unexpected opportunities. After all, you never know who you will cross…
It is a dream for many to quit their 9-to-5 jobs. Whether pursuing an entrepreneurial venture, supporting yourself as a freelancer, becoming a stay-at-home parent, or simply taking a break, it is important to take make sure you are financially prepared. Here is what to take into consideration before taking this exciting (but risky) step. Make a Game Plan Quitting…
Being open-minded can be really tough sometimes. Most of us are brought up with a set of beliefs and values and, throughout our lives, tend to surround ourselves with people who share the same values and beliefs. Therefore, it can be difficult when we’re faced with ideas that challenge our own and, though we may wish to be open-minded, we…
