10 top AI companies to watch in 2025

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Across the globe, markets demonstrated impressive performances this past year, with the S&P 500 posting a total return of 23%, among other indexes. Not surprisingly the tech sector, in particular AI companies, were at the heart of this rally. Despite this advancement and the perception of many, as we enter 2025 artificial intelligence still remains […]

Personal Growth Strategies to Help You Find Success

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If 2025 is the year that you’d like to embark on a journey of self improvement, then you’re in the right place. Personal growth takes time, but whether you’re aiming to enhance your career, your relationships, or your overall well-being, making sure that you master the art of personal growth is a big part of […]

How to Elevate Your Business to the Next Level

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Running a business often means constantly seeking new ways to grow and improve. Whether you are trying to increase your revenue or improve your customer satisfaction, taking your business to the next level means looking at all of your strategic opportunities.  You must have a strategic plan of how you will take your business to […]

6 Sales Automation Strategies to Boost Your Lead Conversion Rate

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In many ways, a business is only as successful as its sales department. A skilled sales team will track down valuable leads, build prospects’ trust and, ultimately, close deals. However, this process involves many time-consuming processes. It would be better if teams could cut out the manual tasks and focus on what really matters: making […]

How to Transition from a Sole Proprietorship to an LLC

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Running a sole proprietorship is the simplest way to start a business.  But as your business grows, so do the risks. Sole proprietorships don’t protect your personal assets, leaving everything from your house to your car vulnerable to business liabilities. If this makes you nervous, it’s time to consider transitioning to a limited liability company […]

Beyond the Idea: Mapping Your Startup’s Path with the Business Model Canvas

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The Business Model Canvas (BMC) is a valuable tool for businesses of all sizes, and I found it particularly relevant to startups and small businesses. It is based on the Business Model Generation book by Osterwalder and Pigneur, published in 2010. I have reviewed a thousand Business Model Canvases (BMC), and every conversation has reminded […]

Top Networking Tips to Hit a Home Run for Your Nonprofit

An absolutely foundational aspect of non-profit success is building your network. I learned that first-hand when co-founding a youth development nonprofit after playing professional baseball in the Chicago Cubs organization. But don’t take it solely from me: 88% of nonprofit leaders agree that partnerships and collaborations are vital for achieving their mission.  The first step […]

Why Trucking Is an Excellent Career Option for Self-Starters

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The trucking industry offers incredible opportunities for people who enjoy working independently and taking charge of their career paths. With flexible schedules, rewarding pay, and the chance to explore new places, trucking is appealing to those who value freedom and responsibility in their careers. Self-starters thrive in this field because they can manage their time, […]

5 ways a leave management system boosts your firm’s productivity

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Thinking about solutions to make your company more effective? More often than not, the lack of proper absence or leave management software is one of the biggest causes of lowered productivity in the team, the office, or even the entire organization. Here’s how implementing an employee leave management system will boost your company’s efficiency. Learn […]

Startup to Success: A Serial Entrepreneur on How to Build and Scale Your Business

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Launching a startup requires navigating a sea of complexities. Markets are unpredictable, with disruptive developments occurring at inopportune times. Finances can also be unpredictable, with irregular funding leading to cash flow challenges. Unraveling these complexities is critical to building and scaling a startup. Swapnil Shinde, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer at Zeni, has successfully navigated […]