Right now, “blockchain” may as well be synonymous with cryptocurrency. In that capacity, blockchain is still a highly effective and arguably revolutionary technology. Yet, the potential applications for blockchain go far beyond Bitcoin and similar forms of money. This may usher in a new era of crowdfunding. The real power of blockchain is its ability […]
Few industries are dictated quite like ecommerce is dominated by Amazon, Walmart, and other superpowers. Despite the utter control these companies have on the space, there are still smaller ecommerce businesses that find success. This leaves other businesses and entrepreneurs wondering if there’s a repeatable recipe at play. And if so, how can more small […]
For most startup founders, it takes a while for the business to become profitable enough to pull out a substantial paycheck – enough to live on, that is. But in the meantime, what do these entrepreneurs do to pay the bills and keep food on the table? The Uphill Climb to Profitability Anyone can start […]
Ping pong tables, on-site massages, and free haircuts might look great on paper, but let’s be honest: They’re gimmicks. Even if they manage to attract a candidate’s attention, they’re unlikely to be the reason he or she sticks around. Benefits are supposed to be a key differentiator for employers, but the reality is that most […]
You’ve seen the headlines — employee engagement is frighteningly low. In fact, research from Gallup indicates that only 15 percent of employees globally are engaged in their work. There are numerous strategies intended to combat this apathy and engage employees, but one of the most important involves cultivating a culture of ownership. When employees feel a […]
When businesses become overleveraged, bad things happen. When businesses are able to maintain financial flexibility, they’re far more likely to enjoy long-term success. Where does your business land on this spectrum? And what does it look like to move from overleveraged to flexible? What Does it Mean to be Financially Flexible? Every CFO and finance […]
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have long been the face of the blockchain, a technology that use a decentralized, distributed public ledger to record transactions. Currencies have been the first major application of the technology, since ownership and exchanges are central to their functionality, but now, blockchain developers are looking to use the technology for security […]
Lean Startup is a popular methodology of business growth and development that entrepreneur Eric Ries and other innovators have written about rather extensively over the years. It’s a method that aims to shorten the product development cycle and quickly determine if a business model is viable or not. But, perhaps most importantly, it introduces a […]
An interest in investing in companies focused on making a social impact has been steadily growing, with companies like Bain Capital, UBS, and TPG Growth getting involved in impact investing. Bain Capital launched a $390 million double-impact fund, while TPG has its $2 billion “The Rise Fund.” The Impact Engine began as an accelerator fund […]
Sales affect the entire business, and your sales staff requires an in-depth plan to succeed. A good sales plan is specific and lays out tasks, realistic goals, and a base strategy for individuals to develop. Creating ideas and plans for marketing is time-consuming and difficult – which is why most businesses opt to do that […]