Blog
Mandy writes a weekly column for Inc.com sharing her thoughts as an entrepreneur and business leader.
How Great Leaders Handle High-Stress Situations
Turn hopeless into hopeful, and you'll be on your way to overcoming what lays ahead. Take it one step at a time. There are a lot of worst-case...
3 Rules to Uphold When Managing a Remote Team
Your staff are employed for a reason. Let them do their job so you can do yours. Working remotely can reveal how internal systems work (or don't),...
3 Inspiring Business Books to Read on Your Next Flight
Sit back, relax, enjoy the flight, and get inspired by these business leaders. While so many professionals count on their time in the air to check...
5 Interview Questions That Instantly Reveal Leadership Potential
Finding your next manager doesn't have to be a guessing game. Let their potential do the talking. Finding the right talent to take your business to...
3 Interview Lessons From Netflix’s ‘Indian Matchmaking’
Recruitment is a lot like dating. Here's how to use Netflix's 'Indian Matchmaking' as a guide. Finding your next unicorn employee is a lot like...
3 Things to Do Today to Get Back Your Time
Procrastination is a thing of the past. How to gain clarity and focus now. Entrepreneurs are busy people. From virtual meetings to emails to Slack...
3 Qualities Every Investor Is Looking For in a Founder
It's more than favorable projections and a straightforward pitch deck. Securing investors in 2021 means founders have to step up and shine. So the...
4 Ways to Build an Inclusive and Diverse Talent Network
Talent networks are a great tool for speedy hiring. But we must be wary of taking the easy way out. If one of your 2021 goals is to make diverse...
4 Things Every Business Can Do in 2021 to Hire Inclusively
Businesses have been slacking when it comes to diversity and inclusive hiring. Here's how to start 2021 on the right track. The start of the new...
Take It or Leave It? How to Decide What Advice to Take When Growing Your Business
Don't be fooled by fancy titles and fast talkers. It's not their business on the line, it's yours. Watch for these red flags. People love to give...
Think Leadership Is Your Strength? Not So Fast. 3 Signs You Need Some Help
You may think you're checking off all the boxes, but great leadership requires humility and self-reflection. Whether you're new to leadership or...
5 Ways to Keep Your Audience Engaged During Your Presentations
Lose the PowerPoint, because that snooze-worthy presentation is costing you big time. Even if you have never completely dozed off in a meeting...
How I Learned to Overcome Huge, Unexpected Challenges as a Business Owner
People are looking to you for reassurance, clarity, and strength. Leaders, it's time to deliver. Challenges in business are expected. In some cases,...
Why Employees Turn Down Promotions
It's not them, it's you. Here's the real reason someone doesn't want to take on a bigger role. It is easy to mistakenly think that any person you...
Slack Is Holding Back Your Communication. Here’s What to Do Instead
Are you using Slack to communicate everything with your team? Here are four situations where traditional communication methods may be more...