If you’re like most ambitious people, you’re always trying to get more done. The secret is paying attention to what you want to achieve. Follow this GPS formula: G: Goals. Write down what you want to accomplish so it’s clear and detailed in your mind. Make sure your goals are specific—include deadlines for completion, and metrics for success. Don’t overload [...]

Even if you are not personally involved in selling, you can learn a lot about success by following the advice of top salespeople. Here’s some wisdom from legendary sales guru Tom Hopkins on the Inc. website: Manage your time - Plan your day so you don’t waste a minute on unproductive activities at work. Spend the first few minutes of [...]

Sometimes the ideas just don’t seem to flow. You can’t just give up, but the mental block seems insurmountable. Instead of trying to crash through, try these tactics for getting around it: Freewriting. Open up a blank document and write whatever comes into your head for a few minutes. Don’t go back and change things, and don’t censor your thoughts, [...]

Innovation is the key to a healthy organization’s growth, and as a small business owner and boss, you should get your team members involved as much as possible. Here’s how to tap into their creativity: Define your objectives in simple terms. Don’t make innovation a mystery by shrouding it in statistical language or marketing jargon. Express what you’re looking for [...]

Setting goals that dare your team members to go a little further than they think they’re capable of present special challenges for a business owner. It starts with an introduction. Ask your employees these questions to inspire them: “Who do you want to be?” Helping people tap into their deeply hidden dreams and desires is one way to unleash their [...]