Cody Candee

January 14th, 2022

13 Vital Lessons to Learn About Hiring for a Senior-Level Position

The future of your business relies on finding the best candidates to hold senior positions. Making the right choice can spell the difference between success and failure for your company, but it isn’t always easy finding the best fit to lead your company to the next stage.

January 13th, 2022

Eight Criteria You Should Evaluate New Hires On During A Trial Period

Even when candidates for a role have all the knowledge and experience necessary to excel in a position, they may not end up being the best fit for the job. For this reason, many employers choose to put new hires on a trial period before they decide whether or not to keep them on full time. 

January 11th, 2022

Eight Tech Innovations That Will Impact The Market For Consumers In 2022

Technology is evolving at a faster pace than ever, and each change affects the consumer market in different ways. Every year, innovations are introduced that impact the market in ways some people never would have imagined. 

December 20th, 2021

FIND THE BEST TECH TALENT USING THESE 13 JOB POSTING TIPS

In the war for tech talent, a well-crafted, well-placed job listing can make all the difference.

December 17th, 2021

Nine Tips To Prioritize Business Projects And Initiatives For The New Year

The new year always brings with it the desire to make changes and resolutions that will better both yourself and your company. It can be exciting to look back at all that you've achieved in a year and look ahead to what else you can do in the future. Maybe there are certain projects your team didn't get to that you hope to complete, or goals you didn't quite reach that seem even more achievable now.

December 16th, 2021

Eight Tips To Create A Company Culture Of Support And Collaboration

As many professional organizations shift toward a remote work environment, maintaining a supportive company culture is more important than ever. The “Great Resignation” has already upended numerous industries where employees report work environments that make them unhappy, leading to labor shortages across a variety of markets. That's why today's leaders must focus on cultivating an appealing culture that people actually want to stay in.

December 15th, 2021

Starting a Business in 2022? 12 Industries to Consider

December 10th, 2021

10 Business Leaders Share Their Words Of Wisdom For First-Time Entrepreneurs

There is no shortage of advice blogs, books and podcasts about entrepreneurship these days. Sifting through all of this advice can take up valuable time and, unfortunately, not all of it will actually help you succeed.

December 6th, 2021

11 Mistakes That Could Be Hurting Your Company's Credibility During the Hiring Process

November 22nd, 2021

9 Ways to Leverage Data to Make Better Recruiting and Hiring Decisions

November 12th, 2021

Eight Ways Remote Companies Can Prevent Information Silos And Keep Communication Flowing

Due to their dispersed nature, remote companies are tasked with finding innovative ways to remain transparent and keep communication flowing throughout the business. When teammates and whole departments aren’t able to interact together in person, the way they communicate must adapt. But when communication breaks down, information silos can develop, leading to confusion and low morale.

November 5th, 2021

Leaders: How To Respond To Negative Employee Feedback

Employees aren’t the only ones who can receive feedback about their performance at work. As a manager or business leader, it’s important to receive feedback from your employees so you can understand how you’re doing and what you need to do to improve. While every manager hopes for positive feedback, they may still receive negative feedback from time to time, and it’s how they respond to that feedback that can really make the difference.

November 4th, 2021

10 Entrepreneurs Share The Digital Marketing Trend They're Most Excited About

The digital marketing industry has seen an influx of growth over the past few years. More businesses than ever are adapting to the digital arena brought on by the global pandemic. This change of pace has spurred new digital marketing trends that have replaced previous outdated strategies.

November 1st, 2021

15 Tips To Realign And Resolve Conflict With Your Business Partner

No matter how well-aligned two business partners may be, there will inevitably be times when they don't see eye to eye. However, when larger issues arise and the partners are no longer on the same page, it's critical for both parties to get back on track to resolve their conflict. Otherwise, they risk making decisions (or making no decisions at all) that could ultimately harm the business and its culture.

October 29th, 2021

15 Warning Signs Your New Hire May Not Pan Out As Expected

Accurately gauging the fit of a job candidate can be difficult, and sometimes new hires who seemed great during the interview process don't pan out as expected. In situations like this, a leader must take action to course-correct and figure out the problem before the whole team suffers.

October 26th, 2021

10 Stale Mobile Advertising Strategies

Members of Young Entrepreneur Council discuss the methods they wish companies would stop using to advertise on mobile.

October 25th, 2021

8 Impactful Ways to Remove Bias from Your Business Decisions

Everyone has certain biases, but making an objective business decision requires you to recognize and set aside those perceptions.

October 18th, 2021

10 Clear Signs You May Need To Hire A Consultant To Help Your Business

As a new business owner, it's wise to work with someone who has been in your shoes and possesses the experience to help you navigate any uncertainty you might face. Launching and running a successful business requires time, energy and seasoned insight. However, many budding entrepreneurs tend to shy away from spending money on a consultant.

October 15th, 2021

Eight Entrepreneur-Recommended Methods For Creating A Timeless Brand

Long-term brand recognition and customer loyalty are common goals of almost every business. To create this kind of longevity, business owners will need to create brands that people like, remember and trust.

October 13th, 2021

Nine Steps Every Entrepreneur Can Take To Scale Up Their E-Commerce Business

In the first half of 2021, the e-commerce industry hit $408.51 billion, which is up nearly 22% from the previous year. With so much room for growth and a promising future in a digital-first world, e-commerce continually attracts entrepreneurs and their business ideas. Before launching a new venture, however, it's important to have the right strategy in place. 

October 12th, 2021

10 Questions to Help Small Businesses Narrow Down Their Target Audiences

Pinpointing a target audience is one of the most crucial steps in launching any successful business effort, including creating marketing campaigns and increasing sales. However, determining your audience is often much easier said than done. Before you can narrow down your ideal customer, you need to know how to do it correctly.

October 12th, 2021

Nine Simple Strategies To Build Loyalty And Retain Employees For The Long Term

With so many professionals now leaving their current jobs and rethinking their future career goals, companies are looking for ways to retain their employees for the long term. However, it can be difficult for leaders to identify a clear strategy for loyalty-building and employee retention, especially with larger teams. 

October 4th, 2021

Eight Effective Strategies For Identifying Your Target Customers

Before a new business can set up a marketing strategy, the very first thing it must do is determine who its target customers are. While it may seem simple to pinpoint your ideal customer, sometimes you can end up making assumptions that aren’t actually true, and if you don't get your target customer base right, your marketing efforts will be focused on the wrong people.

September 13th, 2021

Business On A Budget? Try These Eight Easy Tips For Getting Free Publicity

Getting press for your business is important for growth and for your bottom line. The larger the audience that sees or hears about your company in the news, the more potential customers your business brings in. But for smaller businesses or for businesses with smaller budgets, PR and marketing campaigns might not be cost-effective.

August 31st, 2021

Eight Business Leaders Share Their Predictions For The Future Of Influencer Marketing

Influencer marketing has become one of the primary ways brands advertise their products since the rise of social media. However, when celebrities and influencers become embroiled in scandal, the brands they represent end up dropping them. In addition, the pandemic has changed the way customers have been interacting with brands, forcing many to rethink their strategies.

August 30th, 2021

Eight Ways To Mediate Conflict And Generate Positivity Within Your Team

When you work in a team setting, conflict is inevitable. However, when members of your team aren't getting along, the negative energy can be toxic for the entire team and the business can suffer as a result. 

August 16th, 2021

GIVING A VIRTUAL SALES PITCH? 10 WAYS TO SET YOURSELF UP FOR SUCCESS

Members of Young Entrepreneur Council share strategies for making your sales pitch over Zoom more effective.

August 9th, 2021

12 Big Pain Points Companies Need to Solve for Their E-Commerce Customers

Members of Young Entrepreneur Council discuss some major issues with the e-commerce experience.

July 30th, 2021

15 Smart Social Media Strategies to Handle a PR Crisis

A public relations crisis is a common incident many companies face at some point. The lasting impact of the incident is not so much about the crisis itself, but the way it’s handled.

July 19th, 2021

Budget Cuts? 10 Ways to Ensure You Don’t Cut the Quality of Your Recruitment Process

July 15th, 2021

Nine Lessons These Entrepreneurs Wish They Knew Before Writing Their First Business Plans

So, you have a great business idea and a basic foundation of your vision. Your next step, before pitching to investors or even thinking about launch day, is to write a solid business plan.

July 13th, 2021

Eight Ways To Calmly Handle Company Crises

A normal part of running a business is having ideas fail. However, sometimes these circumstances lead to crises within the business. When this happens, employees look to business leaders for guidance on how to respond.

July 13th, 2021

Can Leaders Ever Be Too Transparent?

Transparency is often boasted as a defining quality of successful business leaders. Oftentimes it helps team members feel valued and comfortable enough to share their own opinions. But can too much transparency have negative effects on company operations and employee morale?

July 10th, 2021

13 Tips to Make Faster, Better Decisions for Your Business

Making thorough, educated decisions doesn't have to take tons of time.

June 28th, 2021

Not Naturally Charismatic? 13 Other Ways to Have a Positive Impact on Your Team

There are some business leaders who instantly light up a room when they walk into it. They have this charisma that draws people to them and makes others want to listen. However, if you don't feel like you have this type of personality naturally, you don't have to give up on being able to make a positive impact on others. With a few simple techniques, you can be a business leader whom others look up to and wish to be. 

June 24th, 2021

13 WAYS TO BUILD UP THE HYPE FOR YOUR NEW APP LAUNCH

Members of Young Entrepreneur Council share their best tips for marketing your newly launched mobile app.

June 21st, 2021

8 Overrated Business Principles You Shouldn't Always Follow

Just because a piece of advice is common doesn't mean it applies to every entrepreneur.

June 16th, 2021

10 TECH INNOVATIONS CURRENTLY WOWING BUSINESS LEADERS

Members of Young Entrepreneur Council share the best technology innovations they've seen recently and why each is so impressive.

June 14th, 2021

10 Entrepreneurs Share Their Top Tips For Applying To Startup Accelerators

Startup accelerators and incubators are great opportunities for new businesses to grow and scale their operations quickly. These programs are pivotal for the startups who participate in them, as they often provide access to exclusive business resources and funding opportunities.

June 14th, 2021

13 Tips to Increase Your Adaptability and Reduce Stress in Times of Change

Everyone experiences changes in their lives, whether big or small, and the stress that comes along with these changes can either hurt you or allow you to grow stronger. One of the best ways to manage this stress is to learn to be more adaptable.

June 14th, 2021

14 INDUSTRIES PRIMED FOR DISRUPTION BY AI

Members of Young Entrepreneur Council predict which industries AI is likely to have a major impact on in the near future.

June 8th, 2021

Seeking Investors? Follow These Nine Tips For Building Relationships With Industry Experts

The key to success for most startups is having adequate funds for growth. In many cases, this means finding investors and raising capital to get your business off the ground.

June 7th, 2021

Leaders: Nine Good Ways To Handle A Business Question You Don't Know The Answer To

Business leaders often think they need to have all the answers. It's true that a manager or executive should be a trusted source of information when employees or clients need something. However, it can be difficult to know how to proceed when someone asks a question you don't know the answer to.

June 7th, 2021

13 Ways to Become a Positive Role Model for Yourself and Others

A positive role model is someone others want to emulate and follow, and successful entrepreneurs often become — sometimes unknowingly — the role models for other professionals. Whether it’s at work or in their personal lives, these leading entrepreneurs become a focus of attention because they have qualities that aspiring founders strive to replicate.

June 4th, 2021

10 Things A New Hire Can Do To Impress Their Boss Right Off The Bat

First impressions are everything, especially when you’re first starting out on the job. When you’re trying to make a name for yourself within a new role or company, it’s important to know how to make an excellent impression.

May 7th, 2021

IMPROVE YOUR MOBILE APP’S USABILITY AND DESIGN WITH THESE 11 UX TRENDS

Members of Young Entrepreneur Council explore some user experience trends every app developer should be implementing.

April 19th, 2021

11 Ways to Reclaim Your Time for Rest and Relaxation

As entrepreneurs start getting more involved with their businesses, it’s not uncommon that they find there's less time to spend on themselves. Unfortunately, being a successful business owner can often mean spending many hours engrossed in work without taking personal breaks. The result is almost always burnout, which can have negative effects on your health and well-being.

April 16th, 2021

11 BUSINESS LEADERS PREDICT THE NEXT BIG STEP IN ENCRYPTION TECHNOLOGY

Members of Young Entrepreneur Council share their predictions for upcoming advances in encryption tech.

April 12th, 2021

4 Tips to Bring Your Product to Market in Under 4 Weeks

Getting a simple product to market as fast as possible allows you to build the grand product version much more quickly.

April 5th, 2021

15 CRM Tools To Help Businesses Build Positive Customer Relationships

Building positive relationships with your customers is essential to running a successful and sustainable business. That’s why many business owners rely on customer relationship management (CRM) tools to connect with clients and nurture ongoing interactions.

March 23rd, 2021

Lost Your Job? How To Discuss Getting Fired With A Potential New Employer

Many professionals have been fired from positions in the past. Getting fired from a job can be embarrassing and anxiety-inducing, especially when you have to explain the reason why you were let go to a potential new employer.

March 9th, 2021

13 STRATEGIES FOR OVERCOMING SELF-CRITICISM

Members of Young Entrepreneur Council share their best tips for combating the discouraging thoughts that plague many entrepreneurs.

March 8th, 2021

Eight Key Money Tips For First-Time Entrepreneurs

If you're just getting your feet wet in business, there are many things that can be overwhelming. One of the biggest sources of overwhelm, however, is finances. With so many numbers to track, livelihoods to be responsible for and rules to follow, business finances can quickly become too much for new entrepreneurs to handle.

March 4th, 2021

11 STRATEGIES TO ENCOURAGE MOBILE APP DOWNLOADS

Members of Young Entrepreneur Council explain the tactics they've used to encourage customer downloads of their branded mobile apps.

February 22nd, 2021

10 Healthy Ways to Avoid Comparing Your Success to Your Peers’

When surrounded by others, it can be difficult not to compare your successes to everyone else’s. Unfortunately, this competition can lead to stress and can easily create situations where you feel insecure about your path in life. But remembering that success looks different for everyone is just one step to maintaining your confidence.

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.

February 9th, 2021

Tweeting Through It: 11 Things to Look for on a Candidate’s Social Media Profiles

January 22nd, 2021

18 Tools Businesses Should Leverage for Customer Engagement in 2021

Entrepreneurs share their favorite tools, apps, and software for managing and interacting with customers.

December 30th, 2020

18 Things to Consider Before Committing to Business Insurance

18 entrepreneurs from YEC look at the main reasons why an organization should get insurance.

December 22nd, 2020

Entrepreneurs Share Eight Key Takeaways From Their Own Positive Experiences As (And With) Customers

Most of us can look back and remember several less-than-ideal experiences we had as customers. Even more memorable, however, are those times when a company's customer service exceeds our expectations—even delights us. In almost every instance, receiving outstanding service from a business creates a loyal customer for life. Therefore, taking note of and learning from excellent examples of customer service can be an invaluable tool for any entrepreneur or business leader looking for ways to "wow" their own customers. 

November 30th, 2020

Seven Ways To Thrive As A Remote-First Team

The companies that will thrive in the future are those that are best able to create close-knit and efficient teams made up of people from around the world.

November 4th, 2020

Eight Strategies To Navigate The Pandemic As A Startup

When living through uncertain times — such as a global pandemic — adaptation becomes the key to survival.

October 12th, 2020

20 Uniquely Useful Tools for Conducting Market Research

These 20 entrepreneurs from YEC discuss their favorite market research tools and why you should be using them.

August 11th, 2020

Ten Successful Ways To Incorporate Philanthropy Into Company Culture

Helping your community doesn't mean that your need to dedicate your company to philanthropic works. Even profit-based companies can give back to their communities in a significant way if they start incorporating philanthropy into their company culture or develop a community-focused approach to business operations.