This article is written by a woman still trying to figure out how to navigate creativity, leadership, and innovation in industries still dominated by men.

Every business owner, executive, and entrepreneur must think financially, even without a finance title. A financial brain is proactive, not reactive. It focuses on long-term financial health...

Twelve years ago, I walked away from the corporate world and unknowingly into the biggest life lesson I’ve ever lived through. I left a recruitment agency I’d worked at for five years to become a self-employed virtual assistant.

Not all business advice is created equal. If you’re running a company in a highly regulated industry, like financial services, insurance, or healthcare, you already know this.

In a world where competition is glorified and “getting ahead” sometimes comes at the expense of others, it can be tempting to believe that bending the truth, gossiping, or stepping on someone’s...

In today's workplace, companies are pouring billions into wellness programs, yet burnout and disengagement are at an all-time high. Despite step challenges, yoga apps, and gym memberships, many...

As a social entrepreneur, your heart is often your greatest strength, and sometimes, your greatest vulnerability. You’re driven by purpose, fueled by hope, and grounded in a vision that reaches far...

In times of crisis, many businesses instinctively reach for the red pen, cutting budgets, halting investments, and pushing suppliers to the brink. But let’s be clear: you can’t save your way out of a crisis. =

Every now and then, a student says something that stops you in your tracks. For me, that moment came after a school talk where I shared the U Factor Strategy, a simple yet powerful approach I’ve...

In today’s crowded marketplace, it is not enough to follow someone else’s strategy or build a brand that only looks good on the surface. Entrepreneurs who create lasting, high-integrity businesses...

Pavel Durov – the billionaire behind the Telegram – has announced that he will leave his fortune to his children and he has more than 100...

HLTH Amsterdam wasn’t just another conference; it was a powerful reminder of why we do what we do. For a few intense days, the focus wasn’t on problems we can’t fix or systems that feel immovable.

That famous opening line that we have read or heard many times could easily describe the world of business today. We’re living in an age of unprecedented opportunity and equally unprecedented...

Last Tuesday, I watched a $50 million acquisition deal fall apart in real time. The buyer's legal team had requested due diligence...

Let’s be real, there’s a lot of noise out there. A million companies selling the same stuff, shouting over each other to get attention.

As a business owner myself, I know firsthand how easy it is to let financial organization slip down the priority list. Between innovating, serving clients, and building for the future...

Technology has transformed from a business support function into the primary engine of innovation, customer experience, and competitive...

Until recently, one could conduct an M&A and the subsequent integration of the 2 or more entities forming the “NEWCO” using a phased due diligence approach. This typically had 6 main components...

In today’s fast-paced and highly competitive market, small businesses must find ways to improve product quality, reduce costs, and make...

Efficiency and productivity are two of the most critical aspects that help businesses thrive today. Companies are constantly looking...

Entrepreneurship in 2025 is not just about ideas or innovations. Successful founders are not only expected to demonstrate creativity and the ability to scale their businesses, but also to have a clear understanding of legal requirements that can significantly impact the growth and stability of the business.

In an era where data-driven decisions dominate boardrooms, many corporations are overlooking one of the oldest and most powerful strategic tools in human history: astrology. Far from being mystical fluff...

There’s a version of entrepreneurship that looks like nonstop hustle, constant pressure, and feeling like you always need to do more. Wake up early. Push through fatigue. Take on every client.

In today’s fast-evolving creative landscape, going it alone can only get you so far. Strategic partnerships are the secret sauce behind some of the most successful creative ventures, unlocking new...