Nov 24

Gary Vaynerchuk: What’s the Big Deal About Emotional Intelligence?

“Don’t take it personal. It’s just business.” How many times have you heard that statement? What about this one: “Leave your personal baggage at the door.” For decades, children and young adults have been trained to believe that emotions have no place in business. Toughen up! Get out of your feelings or get out of the office. Those words of tough love been passed down for generations of successful people, but serial entrepreneur, author, and... read more ›
Apr 19

Become A Master Communicator with Vanessa Van Edwards

Vanessa bills herself as a “behavioral investigator” - what that means is that she is absolutely amazing at unpacking what makes people do the things they do and turning that into proven, actionable techniques for others to hone their own people skills. She’s written for publications like CNN, Fast Company and forbes and is the author of the brand new (and incredibly good) book “Captivate: The Science Of Succeeding With People.” You’ve heard me talk... read more ›
Dec 26

Innovation is a Social Process – and Collaboration is Key

When you think of “innovation,” what comes to mind? A turtleneck-clad “creative” sketching impossibly elegant, otherworldly product designs? Maybe a Minority Report-like scene of a scientist solving complex equations and diagrams on some futuristic computer interface, or a group of elite hackers sequestered in a think tank coding up the next generation of algorithms? If something along those lines popped into your head, you’re half right. Hard skills like design and engineering will always be... read more ›