Adam Mendler

May 3rd, 2021

Nine Tips to Convince an Investor to Fund Your Startup (Even When You Have No Experience)

April 21st, 2021

12 Smart Ways to Transform Your In-Store Experience for the Post-Pandemic World

From ramping up online offerings to implementing new health and safety protocols, the Covid-19 pandemic has transformed the way people do business—especially for physical retail stores navigating the future of post-pandemic shopping. While it can be challenging for companies to pivot their operations based on customers’ changing needs and expectations, it can also serve as a unique opportunity for growth.

April 8th, 2021

Eight Top Personal Brands And The ‘X’ Factors That Make Them Stand Out

When you think about outstanding personal branding, at least one person comes to mind. This person displays all the elements of what a personal brand should be, but they also have a little something more—an “X” factor.

April 6th, 2021

Employees Feeling Uninspired? Eight Techniques To Get Their Creativity Flowing Again

No matter what type of business you're in, your team will undoubtedly encounter problems with creativity and inspiration sooner or later. It’s difficult for any human being to always be “on” creatively, and these uninspired moments can happen during the most inopportune times.

February 11th, 2021

10 Important Pieces Of Leadership Advice That Will Always Be Relevant

Being a leader is more than running meetings and managing a team. It’s a skill that takes a lifetime to master, and there will always be room to grow as a mentor, coach and source of inspiration to your employees.

September 21st, 2020

Stressed Out? 15 Practical Actions to Combat Doubt, Fear and Anxiety

Today's world is more stressful than ever. The fast-paced, always-on environment many of us operate in is enough to cause anxiety among even the most organized leaders. Throw in the current global pandemic and an economic recession, and it's no surprise that many people are experiencing doubts and fears in their personal and professional lives.

September 15th, 2020

Feeling Unmotivated at Work? Here Are 11 Ways to Refuel Your Drive

Motivation works cyclically. There are moments when you feel as though you can take on the world, punctuated by moments when you feel like it makes no sense to do anything. If you've been feeling unmotivated at work recently, you're not alone. Workers worldwide go through the same moments of "boom and bust" when it comes to their motivation.

September 10th, 2020

12 E-Commerce Marketing Elements That Need to Change E-commerce marketing practices vary significantly based on industry, customer habits and what you’re selling, but there are some key aspects that stay the same across the entire sector. To stay relevant and competitive, businesses need to regularly review and adjust their e-commerce marketing strategies for optimal engagement and results. Here are 12 critical aspects of e-commerce marketing that are long due an overhaul.

August 18th, 2020

13 Characteristics of the Most Influential People

July 30th, 2020

10 Leadership Habits That Will Set A Great Example For Your Employees

Great leaders don’t simply tell their team what to do; they lead by example and “walk the talk.” Staff members are much more willing to listen to instructions and respect leadership if their boss is doing the same. 

July 30th, 2020

12 Questions You Should Ask Customers During a Sale When making a sale, it is usually the customers who get to answer all the questions pertaining to the service or product they’re purchasing and to your business in general. But there are also key questions a business should ask a customer who is serious about making a purchase in order to better understand its target audience. Here are some of them:

July 13th, 2020

15 Essential Steps for Creating a Business Exit Strategy

July 1st, 2020

11 Entrepreneur-Recommended Tools for Your Next Online Meeting

In the age of remote work and social distancing, try these video conferencing tools for your company's online meetings.

June 30th, 2020

14 Quick and Easy Ways to Keep Up With Industry News

June 19th, 2020

27 Books for Success to Add to Your Summer Reading List

June 16th, 2020

11 Things Every Good Employee Referral Program Needs

An employee referral program is a win-win for you and your team. Referral candidates tend to be well-qualified, since they're pre-vetted by staff members you know and trust, and hiring referrals shows you value your employees' input. To help you build a great referral program, we asked the members of Young Entrepreneur Council the following question:

April 15th, 2020

Getting Over the Post-Holiday Season Slump: 13 Effective Techniques

Spending time alone and focusing on the year ahead are among the most effective strategies.

January 23rd, 2020

3 Lessons Entrepreneurs Can Learn From College Football Coach Ed Orgeron

Just like football season, the path to a successful business is anything but smooth.

January 13th, 2020

Feeling Down? 16 Ways To Remind Yourself Of Your Potential

Everyone feels down from time to time -- especially when you're dealing with the stress of running a business. Those negative feelings can make you question everything. While it's OK to feel down, the best way to relieve that feeling is to actively seek out positive thoughts. That's why we asked Young Entrepreneur Council members what they do in moments of doubt to help remind them of their potential. Ask yourself the following questions to regain your confidence during a mental or emotional rut.

December 9th, 2019

11 Risk Management Tips For New Business Owners

Risk is often inherent in business, especially when you’re running your own. However, there are steps you can take to manage that risk. As highly successful entrepreneurs in their industries, the members of Young Entrepreneur Council have learned a lot about effectively mitigating risk and minimizing its impact on their businesses. We asked them to share some practical tips for new business owners who are also new to risk management. Read on for their best answers.

September 25th, 2019

What Leaders Can Learn From NBA Agent Rich Paul

This powerful sports agent is disrupting the NBA landscape as we know it.

March 7th, 2019

How To Decide Whether To Fire A Client Or Customer

Not all business is good business, and sometimes the best strategic decision for your organization — and for your own sanity — is to fire a client or a customer.

January 18th, 2019

Why The Customer Is Always Right

It pays to make customer-centricity a core part of your business.

December 26th, 2018

How To Promote Without Being Promotional

Walk the fine line of actively promoting without being too promotional.

December 13th, 2018

What Business Leaders Can Learn From Leading A Volunteer Organization

What worked as the leader in one place may not work in another.

December 3rd, 2018

What Entrepreneurs Can Learn From A Bad Customer Service Experience

Mistakes are inevitable. It's how you respond to the mistake that counts.

November 27th, 2018

Takeaways From Winning And Losing

Great leadership is integral to the success of a company and winning team.

October 31st, 2018

What Business Leaders Should Know About Generation Z

Embrace the coming wave of Gen Z and everything it has to offer.

September 27th, 2018

What Leaders Can Learn From Sandra Day O'Connor

You don't need to be the titular head of your organization to yield the most influence.

September 18th, 2018

Three Strategic Sales Mistakes And How To Avoid Them

Focus on the right audience and differentiating your offering.

August 6th, 2018

What Leaders Can Learn From Pete Carroll

Tailor your leadership style to the people you are leading.

June 14th, 2018

Business Tips That Defy The Textbook

There are a few things class won't teach you.

May 8th, 2018

Why A Little Flexibility For New Parents Helps The Entire Office

Showing your team that you support them (and their families) goes a long way.

April 19th, 2018

Six Mistakes Up-And-Coming Entrepreneurs Will Want To Avoid

When you're first starting out, there are a lot of ways to misstep. Here are some approaches that didn't work — as well as what was learned.

March 16th, 2018

Why You Shouldn't Underestimate Unusual Advice�

As an entrepreneur, in particular, you come to learn that the only certainty is change.

March 2nd, 2018

4 Ways to Be More Heart-Healthy Despite a Hectic Schedule

Establishing a routine and developing good habits are key.

January 5th, 2018

3 Elements of Building a Happier Workplace

While not every job is going to be incredibly fun, unfortunately too many people are subjected to a joyless experience in the workplace.

November 30th, 2017

How to Become Skilled in Small Talk (and Why It's Valuable for Business)

Small talk can be a powerful sales weapon when used correctly.

October 25th, 2017

Guest Speakers: An Employee Perk That Leverages Leadership

Every company should expose its employees to as many different leaders, fresh voices and experts as possible.

August 31st, 2017

How To Transform Customers Into Brand Ambassadors

There is no magical formula to getting your first, second or third customer. But if you create a differentiated value proposition that resonates with your target market -- and deliver it consistently -- you have a business.

August 24th, 2017

The Power Of Mentorship: Lessons From Mike Trout, 'Moonlight' And Warren Buffett

Mentorship is, above all, a state of mind, and the mindset that facilitates greatness.