Leaders are valued in every part of life. They are especially noted for their contributions in an organizational context, as management occupations remain in demand and have the highest wage of all major occupational groups, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). However, leaders in business are recognized across entry-level positions, as they assist and motivate their peers. Leaders are …

This post was originally published on online.sau.edu Inside the Brain of a CEO Steve Jobs, Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates — these visionary CEOs not only shore up bottom lines, but they usher in revolutions. So, what exactly is going on in their heads? How do CEOs think about the day-to-day success of their businesses, as well as the broader impact …

This post was originally published on online.sau.edu Anyone who has ever been stuck in an office cubicle wonders what it would be like to be in the corner office as the CEO. Although it seems unrealistic, some part of you can’t help but wonder just how hard it would be. After all, if they can do it, why can’t you? …

This post was originally published on online.husson.edu The ability to cultivate professional contacts is a key competency in the world of business. Enter the “elevator pitch,” a tried-and-true networking tool that is crucial for any successful business leader to master. What Is an Elevator Pitch? Elevator pitches are beneficial because they allow speakers to quickly and succinctly explain to others …

Every entrepreneur is familiar with the concept of a pitch deck. But there’s a substantial difference between the average presentation and a compelling one. If you want to impress the people that have power and influence, you need to prepare enough to go the proverbial extra mile. The Purpose of the Pitch Deck Also referred to as a startup or …

Do you have that urge to be innovative and a leader? Maybe since the moment you can remember you’ve dreamed about starting your own company. Perhaps you stumbled across an idea or skill that you want to pursue further. No matter your reasoning behind it, these types of feels or those of an entrepreneur. For those new entrepreneurs, that feelings …