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Sure, there were successes along the way. But there were also mistakes--lots of them. An ex-manager reflects on his rookie days

Expect zero sleep, testy employees, and tech glitches you never could have anticipated. Here's how GetHired.com made it through. When I first met Suki Shah, who was wearing a red sweater to make himself stand out in a crowd, there was little outward indication of the treadmill he had been on over the last week

Spearheading a rapidly-growing business has its challenges but don't resist the urge to evolve as the business grows. Steering a rapidly growing and evolving business is one of the most exciting endeavors an entrepreneur can undertake

Be a little vulnerable, show a little interest in your employees' lives and listen to what they think. It's basic, human stuff. Which is the whole point

Brian Malarkey's restaurant ventures are backed by massive investment. But can his social-dining experiment thrive

Daily deal programs provide a quick influx of cash--but what happens after that?

Take client entertaining to a whole new level by creating a memorable experience. Your clients will thank you for it. Anyone can pick up a check–and if you spend much time with clients, you probably have

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Don't show 'em the money (even if you have it).

My company recently moved to a new space, and even the slightest changes made a big difference in employee morale. My e-mail marketing company, VerticalResponse, is growing steadily.

Your office says a lot about your leadership style.

Long before the first customer walks into a restaurant, the most important meal of the day, arguably, has already been prepared: The Family Meal.

Facing a bleak economic outlook is one thing.

Do your employees know when to throw out the rule book and let your philosophy guide their responses to the unexpected? Recently I saw a "pop-up" concert performed by my friend Lenni Jabour at a big-box book retailer named Indigo in downtown Toronto. A pop-up show is an unannounced event in a public space, and in Lenni's case, she has chosen to commandeer pianos lying dormant in public places–without permission.

Are you as effective a CEO as you can be? These seven steps will help you hone your style