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So how obsessed are we with bums? In Brazil, hundreds of women vie for having the best pair of butts in a pageant aptly called Miss Bum Bum. It’s a yearly event that always attracts a lot of media attention ...

Want to be a real visionary?

The key to survivalwhether it be in the "real" world or the business worldis to know your SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats). According to the U.S. Small Business Association, roughly 50% of all businesses fail within their first year

A story of how bad communication and big egos can drain precious productivity, resources and dollars from the bottom line. Every now and then the wheels shoot off. I was working as a C-suite consultant for a company that I had previously completed a turnaround for.

It's not so mysterious, after all. And neither is your coffee or Coke habit.

To rigorously evaluate a new idea, business plan, sales pitch, or product feature, be sure you ask these three simple questions. They will save you. Before you waste your time with a business case, sales pitch, or SWOT analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats), put yourself in your customers' shoes

A new study offers another reason to break a sweat that's specifically relevant to entrepreneurs: You're less likely to be a jerk to your employees. There is no shortage of reasons to exercise.

If you look hard enough, you'll find there's just one number that tells you all you need to know about running your business. The trick is finding the right one. My concept of a “golden number” is lifted from a PBS show I watched as a kid about the “golden ratio,” a number with seemingly magical significance.

In a tough economy, the worst thing to lose isn't money. It's credibility as a leader.

Make sure every interaction you have with your customers inspires a positive emotion.

We can't all be morning people, but we can crib from the caffeine-stained playbooks of successful early risers. Here's how

I remember the first time I heard the term "meritocracy." I was playing baseball on a junior-league team, and our coach (the father of one of my teammates) told us that the team would function as a "meritocracy." We were told that this meant that the players that were the most deserving would get the coveted infield positions and the best batting lineup slots.

Chances are there's not many differences between your business and your competitors. Some creativity can add value and uniqueness to your venture, brand, or product.

We've all heard exercise is good for your physical and mental well-being.