Success in a Male-Dominated Industry: Prominent Businesswomen Share TheirTales

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In industries where women often face significant obstacles, stories of success are not only inspiring but vital. In this article, 11 accomplished women share their personal journeys of breaking through the barriers of a male-dominated environment. From securing key media partnerships to battling self-doubt, these women reveal the resilience and determination required to achieve success.…

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Opportunity Math is Within Your Reach

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I’m constantly amazed as I look at performance of organizations. I think, “Why do we revel in achieving our quotas and scaling goals, when we could be doing so much more?” I call this, ‘opportunity math.’ If we achieve our growth/revenue goals, we think we are doing well. Too often, however, we could/should be doing…

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2 Biggest Lessons Learned As a Business Owner

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Starting a business means learning a lot of things on the fly. You might have a business degree or have years of experience working for others, but there are countless things you’ll have to learn for yourself, or learn from others.  SmallBizClub recently asked three of our Advisory Board members about their biggest lessons learned…

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7 Leadership Lessons to Help Your Business Win

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Over all my years starting, building, and running businesses, I’ve learned a lot. When something worked, I learned from it. If something didn’t work, I learned from that, too. From all that experience, I have put together a list of 7 leadership lessons for business people. They reflect my values, as well as how I…

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Create More Opportunities at Work Through Personal Development

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Feeling like you’re not excelling at your job can be incredibly exhausting. Alongside losing motivation at work, it can put you in a slump that affects your personal life. Thankfully, you don’t need to be stuck doing the same mundane tasks forever. With hard work and dedication, you’ll discover a wide range of employment prospects waiting…

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7 Types of Success – Are You Successful and Don’t Know It?

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Success is a suitcase word, with a range of meanings that encompass different types of success. MIT Media Lab professor Marvin Minsky’s observation is that a suitcase word “Means nothing by itself, but holds a bunch of things inside that you have to unpack.” He saw the need to unpack and analyze these words as they often…

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5 Essential Traits of Successful Entrepreneurs

In the realm of entrepreneurship, the journey to success is as varied as it is challenging. While having a groundbreaking idea and financial backing is vital, the true essence of entrepreneurial success often lies in the personal attributes of the individual at the helm. This exploration delves into the quintessential traits that make up successful…

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How to Use Your Passion to Build a Successful Business

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Do you ever dream about turning the things you love most into an income-generating business? Just imagine, the hobbies, interests, or passion that light up your spirit could actually become your full-time job. This concept might sound too good to be true. But there are ways to use your passion to build your dream business.…

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These 5 Things Make Small Businesses Successful

From those who have owned small businesses for years to those intent on starting a business from home, having a clear understanding of the best small business practices can make it easier to find success. Having some guidance around the process of thriving as a small business owner can make it easier and more attainable…

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You Need to Brag More About Work Accomplishments

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It’s understandable if you don’t love talking about what you accomplished at work. Many people will find that attitude off-putting. They think that you’re bringing other people down because of your attitude. The truth is that on many occasions, you’re not bragging enough. You deserve to keep talking about what you accomplished because you worked…

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