Sunday, March 31, 2019
Could Your Conference Rooms Cause Bad Decisions?
Indoor air quality could affect your team's work. Studies suggest that decision-making skills are altered with increases CO2 levels.
Why Recruiters Hate When Job Seekers Do This 1 Thing
Doing this to a recruiter could cost you the job.
Tech That Helps You Listen to Your Brain
Head wearables by Plato and Open BCI boost your ability for focus, memory and creativity.
The Founder of the Nation's Fastest-Growing SMS Marketing Startup Shares His Text Message Marketing Secrets
Looking for new ways to take your marketing to the next level? SMS marketing could be the secret weapon you've been looking for. Here's how to do it right.
The Surprising Company Employees Love Working For, Even After It Was Famously Trashed
Silicon Valley startup culture might not be for everyone, but most seem excited about where this controversial workplace is headed.
The Only 4 Tools You Need to Improve Your Productivity Today
Being more productive comes down to reducing the friction encountered to process information and get things done.
This Simple and Effective 5 Minute Activity Will Get Your Week Started Out Great
Mantras or daily affirmations sometimes come with a negative stereotype, but science demonstrates that it is a powerful practice.
4 Things That Pundits Who "Predict" the Future Always Seem to Get Wrong
The truth is that future is something we create, not some preordained plan that we are destined to follow
Science Says People Are Getting Smarter. Here's Why Communication Has to Get Dumber.
For communication to be intelligent, it needs to be simpler.
Showing Vulnerability at Work Can Hurt You If You're the Boss, Science Finds
Sometimes it's better to keep things to yourself.
56 Percent of Tech Employees at Amazon, Microsoft, Apple Think They're Underpaid
Anonymous survey of 10,500 tech employees shows most believe they should be getting more.
Here's the Side Hustle Every Entrepreneur Should Have, Regardless of Industry
Looking to develop a profitable side hustle as an entrepreneur? Here's why your personal brand could be your best bet.
Saturday, March 30, 2019
What One Employee Nightmare Taught Me About Hiring
Inexperienced entrepreneurs often rush to hire, but as this story demonstrates, bad hires can cause a good deal of hurt and heartburn.
Meet Your Marketing Department's Secret Weapon: Your Customers
Looking for content marketing shortcuts? They're staring you in the face: they're your customers. Here are 7 creative places to start.
Feeling Stuck? Answer These 3 Questions About Your Past to See How You Should Proceed
Moments of deep impact in your work history could be the key to charting your path to future success if you're willing to take a dee
7 Ways to Bring Up Controversial Ideas in Meetings Without Backlash
The real question you need to ask before weighing in when what you have to say might not be popular.
Do You Persistently Doubt Yourself?
If you don't feel worthy of your achievements, it may be time to do a little soul-searching.
The Art of the Bracket Smack Talk, Perfected With Purpose Inside Your Company
March Madness can cost companies billions in lost productivity. It's time to lean into it.
Why Big Deals Need to Happen Face-To-Face
In the age of automation and doing things virtually, should we give up in-person meetings when it comes to landing deals?
3 Ways We're Killing Innovation In America
Our most valuable resource is our human capital. If we can't feed, educate and nurture that talent, our future will not be bright.
How Can Patagonia Have Only 4 Percent Worker Turnover? Hint: They Pay Activist Employees' Bail
Look beneath the quirkiness of Patagonia and you'll find a powerful driver of employee loyalty.
Science Shows Good Posture Really Does Increase Your Confidence
An experiment proves sitting up straight makes difficult problems less frightening.
No, You Don't Need to Wake Up at 4 a.m. Like Tim Cook to Be Successful. This Shark Tank 'Shark' Does The Exact Opposite
It's not just because some high-profile entrepreneurs are waking up at 3.45am, that you should do it too.
7 Travel Tips for Businesses on a Budget
Yes, you can save money and still have a successful business trip when you have a strict budget.
3 Reasons to Stop Looking for the 'Cool Factor' When Hiring Talent
Don't be fooled by smoke and mirrors. Hiringbased on image comes at a cost.
Linda McMahon Expected to Step Down as SBA Administrator
McMahon has led the U.S. Small Business Administration since 2017.
5 Press Release Tips to Get Consistent Media Mentions in 2019
Journalists are pitched hundreds of stories each day. If you want them to write about you and your company, you need to be able to grab their attention through your press release -- quickly and successfully.
Spend 3 Months Out Of the Office This Year. It'll Improve Your Business
Sometimes the best way to improve your business is to take a break from it.
3 Science-Backed Reasons Empathy Makes You a Better Leader
Research can often contradict itself but when it comes to empathy there is no doubt.
10 Foolproof Ways to Spot BS at Work
Management fads are easier to avoid when you can see them coming a m
You Need to Be Scrappy to Survive, But How Do You Know If You're Cheating? Ask Yourself These 4 Questions
Shortcuts are tempting but can be extremely dangerous.
3 Traits of People Who Are Indispensable at Work (Even During a Recession)
These traits can increase the chances you keep your job long term.
Most Marketers Say This Is Their #1 Source of Lead Generation
Eighty-sixpercentof people say they want to receiveemails from brands that they love (at least once per month). Here's how to get those engaged fans--and future customers--on your list.
3 Great Ways to Turn Your Employees Into Your Top Source of Job Referrals
If you're struggling to fill open roles in today's competitive hiring market, put in the extra effort to encourage employee referrals.
Go to College or Start a Company? Do Both. Here's Why
There are no guarantees in life, but if you start a company and go to college at the same time, your chances of success skyrocket.
Communication Is a Critical Skill. Elon Musk Proves It Only Works When You Do What You Say
Elon Musk is the master of 'move fast and break things,' but it comes at a cost.
How This Brand Got Me to Spend Nearly $1,000 on Its New Product (After I Swore I Wouldn't)
Customer intimacy is your unfair advantage in serving your customers.
Court Blocks Trump Business Health Care Change That Might Not Have Helped You Anyway
Insurance is tricky, and you have to carefully look at how you could be taken advantage of.
The Founder of OPI: "Having It All" Is an Unrealistic Dream
You have to be willing to give some things up to be successful.
My Company Asked More Than 1,200 CEOs About the Most Important Decision They'll Make in 2019. Here's What They Said
Small and midsize businesses are facing stiff competition for qualified talent this year. These two strategies can help you find -- and keep -- the best people.
Wow Air Screwed All Its Passengers. Here's What to Do If It Ever Happens to You
This once soaring airline made travelers' worst nightmare come true, giving its name new meaning.
Will Robots Take Over Your Job? Take This 1-Question Quiz to Find Out
Kai-Fu Lee can instantly tell you if your job is at risk. He's researched artificial intelligence for 30 years and wrote the recent bestseller 'A.I. Superpowers.'
Taylor Swift Says This is Her Biggest Fear. It Teaches Us a Valuable Lesson
Taylor Swift is a millionaire, a successful businesswoman, an entrepreneur, an inspiration to young women, and an artist. Her wisdom is valuable.
12 Ways to Earn Money and Authority by Blogging
12 Ways to Earn Money and Authority by Blogging: From affiliate marketing to Facebook chat consulting, there are so many opportunities!
7 Ways Business Travelers Can Earn Airline Miles (That Don't Involve Flying)
No, you don't have to live up in the air to earn a lot of airline miles for your business travels.
The Reason You Procrastinate Is Not What You Think
Being more self-disciplined is the wrong approach, according to psychologists.
Friday, March 29, 2019
11 Great Jobs for Introverts (You Can Even Do 2 of Them in Your PJs)
Introverts and extroverts both succeed in business. Getting the right job fit helps, whether at a startup or established company.
How to Spot a Business That Will Stand the Test of Time
How can entrepreneurs make sure their American dream becomes a reality that will last?
This Negotiation Tactic Can Mean the Difference Between Success and Failure
This science-backed technique is the key to mastering any negotiation.
What the Wells Fargo CEO Resignation Teaches Entrepreneurs About Leadership
The sudden resignation of the Wells Fargo CEO should remind business leaders about the importance of responsibility.
Want Happiness and Success? Take This Simple Advice From Warren Buffett's Right-Hand Man
Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett's right-hand man, shares a simple recipe for success and happiness.
Research Says You'll Be Happier On Monday Morning If You Do This 1 Thing
It's the experience that counts!
The Top 10 Unique "Done-For-You" Services for Busy Entrepreneurs
Because some tasks are better when a machine does it for you.
The 1 Trick That Will Help You Overcome Your Speaking Anxiety
You're onstage and all eyes are on you. What can you do?
What to Do When a Competent Employee Is Also a Highly Toxic One
Having someone suck the life out of your company is never worth it. Here's how you know it's time to let someone go, even if they are a high-performer.
9 Ways to Maximize Your Business Conference Experience
Here are a few ways you can stress less and make the most out of a business conference.
Timing Is Everything: How These 4 Well-Timed Moves Can Change Your Trajectory
By timing your biggest moves right, you can avoid becoming another failed business statistic.
8 Great Tips for Planning an Event People Will Want to Attend
Planning events take a lot of effort and time that many entrepreneurs don't consider. Here's what you need to do to make them successful.
Booze Makers Are Creating Tons of Nonalcoholic Drinks. It's a Great Strategic Case Study for Every Entrepreneur
Wine business are, by definition, driven by alcohol. Yet entrepreneurial-minded wineries are branching out to alcohol-free products. Here's the strong, strategic case that explains the pivot.
3 Tips to Bring Mindfulness into Your Workplace
Here's what business leaders can learn from the experts on creating their own company-wide mindfulness programs.
Don't Believe Your Boss and HR When They Tell You This
They may be telling the truth, but chances are, they are lying.
Why the Most Intelligent People Love Spending Time Alone
If you crave time to yourself, science says you might be much more intelligent than the average person.
Rent the Runway Just Became a Billion-Dollar Company. This Is What the Founder Asks All New Hires in Interviews
The founders of Rent the Runway, MIRROR, and Airtable share their favorite questions.
The Aha! Moment That Transformed My Business Model
Trouble pinpointing brand positioning? Ready to scale? A business accelerator program can help.
Spotify Is Quietly Becoming the Netflix of Audio. Here's Why Every Entrepreneur Should Pay Attention
Many people know Spotify as a music company, but soon it'll be something else. Spotify buying their 3rd podcast company is a sign of what's coming.
Want an Effective Office Layout With a Great Worker Experience? Choose This
Compromise works. Imagine that.
How to Help Protect Injured Workers From Potential Addiction
Much of the current opioid crisis gripping the United States is due to the treatment of workplace injuries. Here is how to protect your employees.
Your Star Employee Just Quit. Time to Conduct These 4 Unexpected Interviews
You know the obvious steps when a great employee quits. These aren't those.
How Conde Nast Landed in an Online Blowup Because of Failed Bureaucracy
If you have someone in management, train them on everything they need to know.
5 Surprisingly Underrated Habits of Super Successful People
No matter how innocuous your habits may seem, the reality is that these habits shape the course of your life.
Elizabeth Warren's 3-Number Budget Is Some of the Best Financial Advice You'll Ever Hear
The Harvard professor turned politician is also the inventor of some of the best budgeting advice out there.
What Working Minimum Wage at McDonald's Taught This President of a Multi-Million Dollar Company About Leadership
What this successful executive learned in his journey is now your gain.
5 Entrepreneurial Skills I Learned From Acting in Theater Productions
Theater can help young people build empathy, resilience, and other skills they'll need to be successful entrepreneurs.
Many Teams Struggle to Take the Bold Actions That Will Help Their Companies Grow? These 3 Steps Will Help
Boldness is a growth lever many companies don't pull.
Actress Mindy Kaling Shares 3 Pieces of Abiding Career Advice
Unequivocal success will require a commitment to these three things.
This 4-Step Process to Achieving Your Biggest Dreams Turned an Unlikely Astronaut Into an International Icon
How to get from the person you are today to the person you dream of becoming.
Here's the Real Reason You Shouldn't Get Married Too Quickly
Nicolas Cage files for annulment from Erika Koike four days after Vegas wedding.
Michelle Obama's Memoir Is Almost The Most Successful in History. Here Are the 4 Best Customer Success Principles I Learned From It
When you put intense focus on your customers' success, it provides a road map for how to enhance every part of your customer experience.
5 Quick Numbers That Tell the Story of Amazon (and Why Some Politicians Want to Break it Up)
They're not number 1 in everything, but they're a big player in many, many markets.
Thursday, March 28, 2019
Here's the Ridiculous Reason a Drain Cleaner Ad Got Paired with Luke Perry's Death Notice
If you keep trusting software without question, your business is going to get hurt.
17 Management Fads Almost as Dumb as the Open Plan Office
Companies have wasted trillions of dollars on these ridiculous but plausible-sounding ideas.
How To Effectively Avoid the One Marketing Strategy That Most Entrepreneurs Get Wrong
Pursuing a high-price strategy is frightening and risky, but for many companies, it is the best option.
The 1 Factor That Helped My Company Jump From an $8 Million Series A to a $55 Million Series B
People you meet at any stage in your career can impact you in ways you had never initially imagined.
So You Want to Start an Online Store? Avoid These 3 Common Mistakes
Starting a store can be a fun and lucrative endeavor. Here are common mistakes to avoid.
Wow Air Abruptly Ceased Operations and Left Passengers Stranded. It Revealed This 1 Crucial Mistake
Every entrepreneur needs an exit strategy.
Brené Brown Asked Senior Leaders This Tough Question. The Answer May Sting a Bit
Today's leaders must develop more of this important quality to lead successfully, according to Bren Brown's research.
4 Things to Do If You're Hit With a Surprise Bill This Tax Season
If you end up owing money to the IRS, you have options.
Lyft Raises Its Stock Price Before Planning to Go Public This Week With a $21 Billion Valuation
Lyft is expected to officially price its IPO on Thursday night.
70% of Women Don't Feel Represented in Media and Advertising. This Collection of 5,000 Stock Images Aims to Change That
Ever struggled to find a good stock photo of a woman for an ad, presentation, or blog post? Here are 5,000 of them.
The One Word No One Is Talking About in the Disney-Fox Deal
Disney's acquisition of Fox has increased its catalog of popular children's and family franchises. How Disney uses that data should be a cause for concern.
8 Surprising TV Shows That Can Teach You a Lot About Entrepreneurship (You Should Binge-Watch Right Now)
From mucking pigs to flying cars, here are shows you need to be watching.
Emotional Versus Rational Decision Making Causes Businesses To Get Stuck - Here's a Fresh Approach To Getting Unstuck
There are times in every entrepreneur's journey when they feel stuck and are not sure what is necessary to push their business to the next level.
Suffering From Burnout at Work? This Is Probably the Real Reason Why
In my experience, burnout comes from one of two things.
4 Ideas to Build a Healthier Money Mindset if Your Startup Is Burning Through Cash
It's not about ceasing all spending. It's about letting others in, getting educated, and practicing what you've learned.
How to Turn Rejection Into a Win
Lil' Nas X's viral hit "Old Town Road" was in the Country Top 20, until Billboard decided it wasn't country enough. Here's why the rejection is a win
Grindr's Owner Looks to Sell Over U.S. National Security Concerns (Seriously)
Concerns exist about data privacy of military and intelligence personnel who use the app--and, potentially, for good reason.
YouTube Decides It Doesn't Want to Be Netflix
YouTube abandons plans for a subscription video streaming model and doubles down on its user-generated content platform.
What Businesses Can Learn From the Recent Shutdown of Illegal Robocalls
While shutting down illegal robocallers is great for everyone, the damage has been done to using phone calls as part of a sales strategy.
Silicon Valley's Next Target: Disrupt the Construction and Real Estate Industries
Construction Tech & Real Estate Tech are the next greenfield market spaces
Michelle Obama Says 1 Decision Separates People Who Achieve Success From Those Who Only Dream
According to Michelle Obama, that decision is simple -- yet it makes all the difference.
Here's What It Takes to Actually Secure a Coveted Award for Your Startup
How do you assure your company will stand out to editors who are inundated with thousands of other submissions for industry awards?
Tax Reform: What You Need to Know About a Common Business Deduction
Tax reform eliminated some business expense deductions that small business owners rely on. Here's how to maintain your client engagement and budget.
Tax Time: 5 Accounting Books for Small Business Owners
Leverage the knowledge of experts who share IRS insights andtax-lowering secrets.
Who Says You Can't Mix Business With Friendship? How Joe Gibbs and Norm Miller Built One of the Most Successful Partnerships in Sports
Coach Joe Gibbs and Interstate Batteries' Norm Miller built a hugely successful partnership between their companies... and in the process built a 27-year friendship.
Brené Brown Asked Senior Leaders This Tough Question. The Answer May Sting a Bit
Today's leaders must develop more of this important quality to lead successfully, according to Bren Brown's research.
70% of Women Don't Feel Represented in Media and Advertising. This Collection of 5,000 Stock Images Aims to Change That
Ever struggled to find a good stock photo of a woman for an ad, presentation, or blog post? Here are 5,000 of them.
Disney's Fox Merger is a Privacy Nightmare Waiting to Happen. Here's Why.
Disney's acquisition of Fox has increased their catalog of popular children's and family franchises. How they use that data should be a cause for concern.
You Can Learn a Ton About Entrepreneurship From These 8 Unexpected TV Shows
From mucking pigs to flying cars, here are shows you need to be watching.
Emotional Versus Rational Decision Making Causes Businesses To Get Stuck - Here's a Fresh Approach To Getting Unstuck
There are times in every entrepreneur's journey when they feel stuck and are not sure what is necessary to push their business to the next level.
Suffering From Burnout at Work? This Is Probably the Real Reason Why
In my experience, burnout comes from one of two things.
4 Ideas to Build a Healthier Money Mindset if Your Startup is Burning Through Cash
It's not about ceasing all spending. It's about letting others in, getting educated, and practicing what you've learned.
How to Turn Rejection Into a Win
Lil' Nas X's viral hit "Old Town Road" was in the Country Top 10, until Billboard decided it wasn't country enough. Here's why the rejection is a win
Grindr's Owner Looks to Sell Over U.S. National Security Concerns (Seriously)
Concerns exist about data privacy of military and intelligence personnel who use the app--and, potentially, for good reason.
YouTube Decides It Doesn't Want to Be Netflix
YouTube abandons plans for a subscription video streaming model and doubles down on its user-generated content platform.
What Businesses Can Learn From the Recent Shutdown of Illegal Robocalls
While shutting down illegal robocallers is great for everyone, the damage has been done to using phone calls as part of a sales strategy.
Silicon Valley's Next Target: Disrupt the Construction and Real Estate Industries
Construction Tech & Real Estate Tech are the next greenfield market spaces
Michelle Obama Says 1 Decision Separates People Who Achieve Success From Those Who Only Dream
According to Michelle Obama, that decision is simple -- yet it makes all the difference.
Here's What It Takes to Actually Secure a Coveted Award for Your Startup
How do you assure your company will stand out to editors who are inundated with thousands of other submissions for industry awards?
Tax Reform: What You Need to Know About a Common Business Deduction
Tax reform eliminated some business expense deductions that small business owners rely on. Here's how to maintain your client engagement and budget.
9 Lessons All Great Leaders Can Learn From Baseball
On Opening Day, and every day, here are nine insights from the American pastime.
5 Must-Read Books To Help Minimize Your Small Business Tax Burden
Leverage the knowledge of experts who share IRS insights andtax-lowering secrets.
Who Says You Can't Mix Business With Friendship? How Joe Gibbs and Norm Miller Built One of the Most Successful Partnerships in Sports
Coach Joe Gibbs and Interstate Batteries' Norm Miller built a hugely successful partnership between their companies... and in the process built a 27-year friendship.
Follow the Unicorn Playbook and Avoid These 3 Toxic Mistakes of Bad Entrepreneurs
Starting and scaling a business is tough, and it gets even harder if you make these avoidable mistakes.
How To Create the Perfect Marketing Plan
The success (or failure) of your marketing efforts comes down to having a plan.
33 Inspiring Quotes from Entrepreneurs to Aspiring Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners
If you dream of starting your own business, these quotes may just give you the extra push you need to get started -- and to keep going.
An IT Guy Gets Fired And Promptly Torches 23 Amazon Web Servers
Voova, 2FA, two factor authentication, security, Amazon, Amazon Web Services
2 Tiny Tweaks to Your Daily Routine That Will Boost Your Confidence After a Setback
If you're continually trying to grow in both business and life, mistakes will happen. However, no need to fret about them using these 2 tips.
75 Percent of Americans Surveyed Want This 1 Thing Over Experience or Qualifications When Hiring
It's harder to quantify, but the value to companies is exceptionally high.
Amazon Keeps Distancing Itself From Competition. Their Surprising Secret Weapon Was Just Revealed
But doing this 1 thing can help any business better compete with fierce competitors.
Facebook Exec Shares A Critical Lesson For Those Who Find Themselves in Management For The First Time
Leadership is a fluid concept. Ask these 10 questions and you'll always know what employees need.
17 Powerfully Inspiring Quotes for Enchanting, Fascinating, and Influencing People
From important job interviews to small talk with others -- bringing out your charming self will help you find much success in business and in life.
8 TED Talks That Will Change Your Life
Reddit users share the TED talks that literally changed their lives.
Want to Save Money on Your Business? Consider Cutting Back on These
Consider these expenses when analyzing and managing your budget.
How to Use Airline-Specific Credit Cards to Book Hotels for Business Travel
Many people don't realize that you can use your miles earned for more than just flight-related perks.
This Biotech Startup Figured Out a New Way to Make Leather, No Animals Needed
Take a 360-degree look inside Modern Meadow's lab, where the company is engineering yeast cells to create a material that can be customized for a host of useful applications.
Billion-Dollar CEO, Cindy Eckert, on Why You Should Never Pull Punches While Networking
At the Inc. Founders House in Austin, CEO of The Pink Ceiling, Cindy Eckert, gets real about what it takes to network effectively.
No Matter What Else Happens, Now Lyft Can Say It Beat Uber (Because of This 1 Thing)
They both wanted to be first. But only one of them could be.
In a Bizarre Twist, Theresa May Offers to Resign as British PM If Parliament Approves Her Brexit Deal
Boris Johnson says he'll back her. Other MPs may or may not.
Wednesday, March 27, 2019
How Your Existing Customers Are the Key to Business Growth
Understanding the lifetime value of your existing customers is key to building a successful business.
Want To Reach Top Results? Start With A New Company Culture
Consistently failing to hit your Key Results? Focus on workplace culture to revitalize and motivate employees to take accountability for the organization's success.
5 Reasons Why Every Entrepreneur Needs to Travel to Improve Their Business
Business travel can be one of the most fruitful ways to amp yourself and your business.
NASA Offers the Most Pathetic Reason for Dumping a Great Idea (and You May Be Doing the Same Dumb Thing)
If you don't think ahead and support all your employees, you're wasting money and opportunities.
25 Best MBA Programs in the World for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
If you thrive in academic settings, these schools may be the right next step for your career.
What to Do When the Company You Bought Faces Hidden Challenges You Didn't See Coming
You can spend a year doing due diligence, and still run into problems after buying a business.
Struggling With Your Pitch? Follow This 1 Piece of Advice From Guy Kawasaki
Forget about adjectives and buzzwords.
This Florida City With a Billionaire Investor and Hidden Capital Is Looking to Attract Startups
With the help of a billionaire investor, city improvements and investments in the startup ecosystem, Tampa is ready to start attracting startups.
What You Need to Know About the Women in VC Directory
This grassroots effort aims to corral more women in venture capital worldwide--potentially helping more women-led companies gain better access to funding.
If You Apply Common Sense to Mike Trout's Massive Contract, Is It Really Worth It?
Forget advanced analytics - simple math and logic will do. Mike Trout is still worth it.
Here's How You Can Start a Business With Your Daily Coffee Money
Cutting back on everyday expenses could line your pockets for your next endeavor.
McDonald's Latest $300 Million Tech Acquisition Is a Genius Move That Teaches Entrepreneurs 2 Key Principles
McDonald's recently acquired a tech company for around $300 million. Peeling back a few layers will unravel two critical lessons for entrepreneurs.
Done Filing Your Taxes? Great. Now Do This 1 Important Thing
If you haven't looked at your withholdings in a while, now's the time.
The Most Coveted Workplace Perk of All, According to MetLife's 2019 Benefits Study
The job perk that helps employees thrive -- both when they're working and when they're not.
The 10 Best WordPress Plugins for Your Website in 2019
The 10 Best WordPress Plugins for Your Website in 2019: Install these plugins now.
4 Digital Trends That Every Leader Should Know in 2019
As a leader, it is important to stay updated on these trends to keep your company or brand competitive in today's market. Don't let the ever-changing digital landscape hinder your growth; stay educated, and utilize these tools to your company's advantage.
What It Takes to Build a Unicorn Company
How this founder's unique startup ethos led to his company's billion dollar valuation.
The Elegant, Universal Perfection of Knowing When to Shut Up
In negotiations or difficult conversations we may be tempted to keep justifying and explaining even after we've reached agreement. Learn when to just be quiet and accept "yes."
Why You Should Share Feedback With Candidates Immediately After an Interview, According to a New Study
In today's candidate-driven job market, job applicants lose interest in open roles if they don't hear back within a week. Here's how to keep top talent excited and engaged.
You Really Can Decide to Be Happy. Science Says So
Science says happiness is a choice, as long as you turn that thought into action.
McDonald's Just Made a Huge Decision That Could Change the Minimum Wage Fight
The debate is controversial, especially for small business owners--and one of the world's largest employers just switched sides.
5 Books by Female Authors That Every First-Time Manager Should Read
Reading and learning from others is vital in order to grow personally and professionally, but it should also become a core part of your job
Want to Motivate Your Team? 4 Ways to Inspire Confidence With the Words You Say
These strategies can help you use more positive words to fuel confidence and good morale in your company.
McDonald's Just Bought a Little Known Startup for $300 Million. It Was a Brilliant Move--Here's Why
It's official: McDonald's is becoming a tech leader. Here's how they're doing it.
Want to Be an Awesome Facilitator? Don't Do This
Yes, you need to provide direction. But is it possible to go too far?
3 Surefire Indicators for Expanding Your Business Now
You've done the pre-launch work. You've got the early adopters. And now your idea is "out there," and people are responding with their own requests for adapting your offering to them. Here's how to separate the wheat from the chaff.
If You Want to Avoid Burnout, Adopt This Simple Habit From 28-Year-Old Bill Gates
Burn out is very much a real thing that affects entrepreneurs. However, it doesn't have to be. 28-year-old Bill Gates reminds us how to avoid this.
All Successful Entrepreneurs Who Scale Their Companies Have These 5 Traits
Want to scale successfully? Incorporate these five personal characteristics into your business strategy.
Tackling Big Tasks First Doesn't Always Work. Here's Why
Unless you're already confident, you might want to take a hard pass.
The Containers for Your Most Basic Household Products Are About to Look a Lot Different, Thanks to This Company
The Loop system, created by New Jersey-based Terracycle, could change the way people consume goods.
How Close to an 'Everyday Saint' Are You? This Heartwarming New Test From Psychology Will Tell You
In a world that can seem filled with darkness, psychologists are shining a light on what's best in human nature.
This Is the Real Reason Finland Is the Happiest Country in the World
Finland tops the annual happiness ranking yet again, and yet again most reaction totally misses the point.
Here's Why You Shouldn't Let Your Financial Success Become a Crutch for Your Kids
Successful parents often remove every obstacle from their kids' path. But adversity is a part of life, and parents need to let their kids fail.
A Princeton Psychologist Says People Make These 3 Snap Judgments Within Milliseconds of Meeting You
Here are ways to impress with that first impression.
7 Most Powerful Personal Finance Habits You Need to Implement Right Now
With good personal finance habits, you can cut costs, spend in ways that help your bottom line, and learn a sense of control over your money.
How This Convicted Felon Reinvented Himself in the Cannabis Business
After a lawsuit with the U.S. government that lasted years and over $8M in legal fees, Todd Kaplan settled in court with a payment of $100. Here's how he reinvented himself in the years since.
15 Inspiring Books Anyone Who Wants to Succeed Should Read
They hold key lessons which can help you direct your energy in the best places.
Warren Buffett Says He Became a Self-Made Billionaire Because He Played By 1 Simple Rule of Life (Which Most People Don't)
It's a lesson passed on from Warren Buffett's father, which has led to Buffett's great success.
The Smart Reason This CEO Starts Slack Threads That Have Nothing to Do With Work
Building trust within your team is an essential part of cultivating a winning company culture.
1 Simple Thing You Can Do Everyday to Boost Your Productivity and Joy at Work
You'll say it's impossible; then you'll wonder why you didn't do it much sooner.
The Gender Wage Gap Is Shrinking--but It Won't Close Until 2070
Women now make $0.79 to every dollar men earn. It's progress--but it will be more than 50 years until those figures are equal, according to a new study.
8 Best PHP URL Shortener Scripts
Need a URL shortener for your site, but aren't sure which PHP solution is best for you?
Like with any web development solution, there are layers of complexity to the choice. Will I be using this shortener myself? Do public users need to access it? Do I need to inject an ad, popup, or other form of content during the process?
With a shortener script in hand, you can implement a variety of solutions. Whether you're looking to make a monetized link-shortening service, track your own links throughout the web, or get more value out of sharing URLs, there's a tool for that.
When choosing a self-hosted URL shortener, all of this and more come into effect.
We've gathered some of the best PHP URL shortening scripts and tools out there, and highlighted their features to make your search easier. Whatever you're looking for in a shortener, there's likely to be something for you on this list.
Let's jump in!
1. AdLinkFly: Monetized URL Shortener
AdLinkFly: Monetized URL Shortener is not your typical URL shortener. It's a robust system designed to monetize short URLs—much like the monetized link shortening services like AdFly and ouo.io.
“Allow members to shorten links & earn money, and keep a share of the profit.”
This complete publisher and advertiser system supports several payment gateways including:
- PayPal
- Payza
- Bitcoin
- Bank Transfer
- and more
With four different API tools, admin panel, social media network login, and more, you'll be up and running your own customized URL shortener system in no time.
AdLinkFly: Monetized URL Shortener is perfect for advertisers, referral systems, and more.
2. Mighty URL Shortener
The Mighty URL Shortener short URL script offers several useful URL shortener features—and packs them into a membership-based service.
Users can choose from different plans that can be customized and pay for the link shortener service via PayPal, Bitcoin, bank transfer, and more.
Some of the features included for users:
- display website articles into redirect page
- comments system in short link pages
- advanced statistics and analytics
- social media user logins
- and more
You can also develop applications that work with the service, using the advanced API. Mighty URL Shortener is mighty indeed.
3. Premium URL Shortener
This PHP URL shortener offers some nice features and includes some CMS tools to help you build something amazing. Whether you want a public or private system, Premium URL Shortener can accommodate.
Features include:
- fully responsive template with built-in template editor
- full featured admin panel and powerful dashboard
- Facebook and Twitter user login
- geotargeting and advanced API
- jQuery with fallback
It also includes a URL bookmarking system with bookmarklets:
“URLs are automatically associated to registered users and are saved on their account for future access.”
This allows users to drag the bookmarklet tool to their browser bookmark bar, making it easy to shorten the URL of any website they view.
With full documentation and support included, the Premium URL Shortener should not be overlooked.
4. Shortny
Shortny reduces much of the bloat found in other URL shorteners and offers a straightforward, simple solution that gets the job done.
On the front-end, users can:
- create their shortened URL
- password protect the link
- copy and share the link
- see the link statistics
On the back-end side, the website admin can:
- see statistics
- delete any URLs
- edit website settings and ads
Shortny is a solid solution that provides just the right amount of features most people are looking for.
5. URL Shortener with Ads and Powerful Admin Panel
The URL Shortener with Ads and Powerful Admin Panel is another AdFly type system. When a user clicks on a link created by this URL shortener, up to two pages of ads are shown before displaying the original URL.
On the technical side, features include:
- PHP and MySql powered
- customizable template
- includes an API, LESS files and compiled CSS
Some of the user and admin features include:
- assign different admin privileges
- AdSense and analytics support
- social sharing
- search URLs
- and more
URL Shortener with Ads and Powerful Admin Panel includes just enough features to set up your own advertising link shortener.
6. Shortix URL Shortener
Shortix URL Shortener makes it easy to develop a link shortener that allows registered or anonymous users. Registered users can view graphic link stats and can optionally gain access to the shortener API, while anonymous users can simply share their newly created shortened URL.
“Shortix is a simple and beautiful script which allows to start your own URL shortening service, a web service that provides short aliases for redirection of long URLs.”
This makes it a great pick for those looking to implement a link shortening service with little setup or workarounds.
Additional features include:
- PHP mail and SMTP support
- optional shortener API
- spam protection
- AJAX interface
- and more
Shortix URL Shortener is easy to install and ready to be used for your next project.
7. URL Shortener
One of the most bare-bones solutions on this list, URL Shortener can still get the job done.
While it may not be an out-of-the-box solution for complex projects, it’s simplicity allows for easy extensibility, making it a great pick as a component of larger setups.
Features include:
- generates QR code for shortened URLs
- Google, Bing, and Yandex verification
- supports AdSense and analytics
- social share buttons
- auto copy button
- AJAX-powered
- developer API
- and more
With its powerful admin panel and easy installer, URL Shortener may be just what you're looking for.
8. URL Shortener Script with Statistics
The URL Shortener Script with Statistics packs an incredible punch for its price point. Using the Google Shortener API, this PHP URL shortener script is both good-looking and powerful.
Offers advanced link statistics from Google, such as referrals, browsers, or operating system used by the visitors.
Because it leverages Google's Shortener API, it easy to integrate this script with Google Analytics, making it perfect for those in need of tracking for a marketing or paid tracking campaign.
Additional features include:
- World Map visitors from Google Shortener API
- shortlinks with custom alias option
- clean and fully responsive design
- QR code for generated shortlink
- three AdSense \-ready spots
- and more
URL Shortener Script with Statistics is an impressive solution that delivers in both form and function.
What Kind of Shortener Do You Need?
What type of PHP URL shortener script are you looking for?
When it comes to comparing all of the tools out there, you’ll want to ask some important questions:
- Do you want to monetize your system with advertising?
- If so, do you want to use advertising redirects or simply place ads on your URL shortener website?
- What statistics are the most important to you, if any?
- Do you want to use your own API?
- What about user accounts? Or do you only want the shortener used anonymously?
- Are you looking to inject additional content onto your URLs?
Depending on your project, these questions will help you get off to a good start when researching your solution. With these answers in hand, you’ll be able to quickly tell which scripts will work for your situation, and which won’t.
Conclusion
Because there is such a wide spectrum of PHP URL shortener scripts within a limited number of solutions, it's important to completely think through what you're trying to create, and understand the problem you're trying to solve before looking for the answer.
If you can't find the solution you're looking for, you could consider making your own. On Envato Tuts+, you'll find many resources to learn PHP, like PHP tutorials and video code courses. We have beginner PHP courses, like PHP Fundamentals or more advanced video courses such as PHP Object Oriented Programming Fundamentals. No matter your learning style, you'll be sure to find helpful the right PHP code courses.
And if you're curious to know what other PHP scripts are offered, take a good look on Envato Market.
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4 Ways to Lure Customers From Your Competition
Looking to increase profits? Look no further than your competition.
Business Owners: Keep Your Interview Skills Sharp
Just as you would with a potential employer, focus on making a good first impression on new clients.
6 Daily Habits That Can Make You the Most Productive Person in the Office
It comes down to working smarter, not harder.
New Business With No Traction? Here Are 3 Steps to Start Marketing From Nothing
Look for symbiotic marketing relationships to see a spike in traffic on your website, on your social media channels and in your sales.
The Unusual Thing That Made This CEO Do a 180 on the Way She Does Business
When in doubt, go back to being yourself.
Burger King's Bold New Breakfast Move Is an Attempt to Crack the Toughest Problem in Business
The restaurant is trying to tackle a nasty challenge--one your business has more in common with then you'd think.
'Go Big or Go Home?' A New Book Says the Link Between Going All-In and Success Is B.S.
A new book untangles the complicated relationship between obsession and elite performance in business and sports.
Climate Change Is Here Right Now: 17 Quotes That Will Inspire You to Take Action
According to NASA, 97 percent of climate scientists agree that climate-warming trends over the past century are very likely due to human activities.
How Preparation Made It Possible For Captain Sully To Save Every Life On Flight 1549
Sully Sullenberger, the famous captain of flight 1549, describes his dedication to his craft and the team effort it took to land that plane in the Hudson.
Want to Be Happier and Less Stressed? Build a "Third Space" Into Your Day
Use this easy trick to stop work stress spilling over into your home life.
How to Spring Clean Your LinkedIn Profile
Take it step by step to build a better professional presence.
For the Most Productive Workday, Science Says Make Sure to Do This
Your co-workers might think you're being lazy if you do it right.
When It Comes to College, the Fight is So Fierce 'Because the Stakes Are So Low'
A week after the college admissions scandal broke, we've had some time to
3 Simple, Smart Essentials to Make Your Travel Immediately Better
Business travel is a way of life for many entrepreneurs, but few strategize how they travel. These 3 tips will help keep your trips easy and profitable
Wednesday, March 20, 2019
Ensure Your Company Culture Grows With You. Here's Your Proven Method for Success
Your company culture has been a key to your success, but how can you scale it the right way? Learn what we've seen work for businesses of all sizes.
Burger King's Latest Promotion Is Both Incredibly Interesting and Maybe a Waste
Innovation can help you, and if you can't pull it off, someone else very well might.
5 Ways to Help Your Business Get Out of Debt
Too much debt can stifle your business's growth. Here's what to do about it.
How to Ask for a Business Favor Without Annoying Others
Everyone needs a helping hand. Here's how to ask for help the right way.
3 Surefire Ways to Boost Revenue This Year
Revenue is just one part of a healthy corporate balance sheet, but it's a big one. Learn three ways to boost yours without draining your resources.
How to Boost Employee Engagement Without Breaking the Bank
Cutting down on stress, boosting productivity and retention can be easier than you think.
3 Tips to Travel the World Without Getting Jet Lagged
Don't let jet lag affect your important business meeting.
7 Tips to Survive the Last 7 Days of Mercury in Retrograde
Do things keep going wrong? Through March 28, watch out--this planetary phenomenon is wreaking chaos.
Backstage Capital, Champion of Under-Represented Founders, Pivots Hard
Arlan Hamilton's $36 million fund fails to come together, and she steps down from her accelerator post.
Are Crowdsourcing and Gig Economies Really the Future?
The most powerful business models rely on transparency, openness, and collaboration.
Best and Worst Airlines List Comes Out: Be Sure to Check the Details Before Booking
Research the rankings before heading off, because the best for time may be the worst in another category.
3 Easy Steps to Stay Better Connected With Your Team
To have a high-functioning team, focus on how you communicate.
Google Was Fined $1.7 Billion for Ad Practices Violating European Antitrust Laws
This is the tech giant's third breach in three years.
9 Business Books That Will Make You a Better Entrepreneur in 2019
Reading is the best way to get better in any field. Read these 9 business book suggestions to learn how to become a better entrepreneur this year.
Authentic Consumer First Content: Converting Likes Into Sales
Why consumer experience trumps customer service and why it matters.
8 Misconceptions About Remote Teams That May Jeopardize Your Company's Growth
As a small business owner, you may rely heavily on a remote team. Now make sure you're treating them fairly--or you'll stunt your company's growth.
Meet the Founder Building Anti-Poverty Software
In the next podcast episode of 'Founders Project with Alexa Von Tobel,' Jimmy Chen of Propel explains how his for-profit company does good.
If You Don't Have These 3 Things, You May Not Be Considered a Great Place to Work
You have to see past your own shortcomings to establish a culture that will give people -- and the company -- room to grow.
After Kobe Bryant Broke His Hand and His Shooting Suffered, He Spent His 'Vacation' Making 100,000 Shots (and Teaching a Brilliant Lesson About Success)
Proving that talent is only part of the success equation, even for amazing athletes.
5 Tips for Transitioning From Employee to Entrepreneur
Owning a successful company can be one of the most rewarding feelings imaginable, but be prepared to face many professional and personal trials.
This Cosmopolitan Capital Has Quickly Become One of the Most Affordable Cities on Earth
It's one of the few big cities worldwide that isn't cheap for a reason that will drive most people away.
The One Type of Person Mentally Strong People Avoid
No matter how strong you are, there are certain people who will drain your resources.
5 Technologies Every Construction Company Should Own
Pantera, Raken, Plan Grid, American Red Cross, DeWalt, Black & Decker
5 Ways to Humanize Your Chatbot
The more personalized and tailored your chatbot, the better the experience for your customer.
MySpace and Electronic Medical Records Show Why You Never Make Technology a 'White Knight'
Technology can be a great tool. It can also blow up in your face with no warning if you're not careful.
A Harvard Study of 100,000 People Says Changing 1 Simple Habit Could Add Years to Your Life
Some important findings gleaned from a remarkably large, 30-year study.
3 Tips for Making Passive Income This Year
You have to be willing to put in the time upfront before expecting passive income to roll in.
Americans Work 23 Extra Hours a Month to Be Seen as Productive (But the Numbers Show They Aren't)
Real leaders are the ones who destroy desk time culture.
How to Ignite Engagement with Purposeful Questions
Questions are powerful, but they are even more powerful when you are intentional about your objective for asking them.
How to Bring People Together and Make Your Meeting More Productive? Do This
By taking the time to let everyone connect, participants will . . . participate
If You're Calling Your Adult Child's Boss, Just Don't (A Stunning New Study Says 11 Percent Are)
New research shows how far "snowplow" parents will go and the damage they cause.
The Sunscreen Industry Has Largely Neglected People of Color. Frank Ocean's Mom Is on a Mission to Change That
Katonya Breaux founded and ran a custom-home construction company for 20 years. Now she's a sunscreen entrepreneur radically rethinking sun protection for all faces.
Bill Gates Wants You to Help Solve These 10 Big Challenges (the World Needs Your Ideas)
Bill Gates says we always overestimate the change that will occur in the next two years and underestimate the change that will occur in the next 10.
New Research Shows How Changing Your Personal Story Can Dramatically Reduce Your Stress
Imagining an event as if you were watching it happen to a distant version of yourself can have a positive impact on your life.
How Jacques Torres Turned an Abandoned Building into a World-Class Chocolate Shop -- By Hand
Jacques Torres details leaving one of the best restaurants in the world to take a gamble and start a chocolate company.
The 7 Weirdest Habits of the Rich and Super Successful
From Steve Jobs' carrot-only weeks to Beethoven's bean counting, the super successful have some strange habits.
5 Impressive Presentation Tips from Lyft's 24-Minute IPO Pitch
Lyft's IPO pitch deck holds valuable communication strategies for all entrepreneurs or leaders.
The Best Thing Felicity Huffman and Lori Loughlin Can Do For Their Reputations Right Now
It's ironic, but their focus really needs to be on making sure the kids are all right.
New Zealand Prime Minister Won't Say Christchurch Mosque Shooter's Name
New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern has a powerful lesson for us all.
This Refugee Founded a Company to Protect Domestic Workers
Yasmine Mustafa, once an undocumented immigrant, knows what it's like to be afraid. Now her panic-button business keeps other immigrant women safe.
Here's How Much Income You Need to Buy a Home in the 13 Most Expensive U.S. Cities
The mortgage research site HSH.com crunched the numbers. Here's the exact amount you'll need to make.
This Acclaimed Chef Didn't Hit His Stride Until He Embraced Something He Had Long Hoped to Forget: Where He's From
Michael Solomonov, the country's premier interpreter of Israeli food, is transforming Philadelphia's restaurant scene. But first he had to come to terms with his brother's killing and his own addiction.
The 6 All-Time Coolest Food Companies From Shark Tank
These startups had the show's famous investors hungering to make a deal.
Philadelphia Offers Immigrant Entrepreneurs This 1 Major Advantage Over New York and San Francisco
Public and private agencies in the City of Brotherly Love are investing to attract and support new American entrepreneurs--from the humble food cart operators to ambitious tech companies.
I've Spent $1 Million on Facebook Ads Over the Years. Here's What I Think About the Changes Facebook Announced Yesterday
Yet another feature that people were abusing, and that Facebook has to change.
Tuesday, March 19, 2019
What Experts Say Most Entrepreneurs Don't Understand About Becoming a Business Owner
If you think obtaining funding is you're biggest priority, think again
This Giant Hospitality Company's Journey From 33rd to 1st in Great Places to Work
Hilton's transition from No. 33 to No. 1 may seem big. But it gives the rest of us food for thought on how we can serve our own teams.
Don't Fire Employees Who Have Lost Their Passion. Do These 5 Things to Help Them Find It Again
Can you reignite an old flame? Absolutely. But it's going to take some work.
Baseball Superstar Mike Trout Will Sign for $430 Million (Revealing an Uncomfortable Truth About How Exceptional Employees Are Paid)
Mike Trout's new $430 million contract reveals an uncomfortable truth about how exceptional employees tend to be paid.
Mark Zuckerberg's Changing Visions Prove He Is No Visionary
Facebook's founder doesn't understand the future better than anyone else. But the idea he does helps keep him in power.
This Is What Separates Truly Great Leaders From the Rest of the Pack
Too often, we confuse the roles of a "leader" with that of a "manager".
3 Key Impacts of Facebook's Latest Changes on Brands
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7 Ways to Help Your Star Employee Transfer to a New Department
If a valued employee wants an internal transfer, here's how to support them through the transition.
4 Vital Tips on Running and Maintaining a Successful Marketing Campaign
If you don't advertise properly you won't grab your audience's attention. That'll only happen when you perfect your marketing campaign
Four Things Young People Need to Know Before Buying a Home
When it comes to important economic decisions like buying a home, are millennials really all that different?
Blockchain 101: All of Your Questions Answered with Larry King Now
Why cryptocurrency will replace banking, why it matters, and finding use-case value.
VC Fred Wilson on the Spotify-Apple Issue
Spotify's antitrust complaint against Apple over the 'app tax' is well founded.
Why This 165-Year-Old Company Is Going Public Again
Levi's is banking on a direct-to-consumer approach and using tech to rejuvenate its brand.
Instagram Just Introduced a Clever New Feature That Could Make It Even More Addicting (And Advertisers Very Happy)
Facebook is looking to keep you scrolling and tapping, even as News Feed loses steam.
What's Good For The Goose Is Good For The Gander: How To Integrate B2C And B2B To Fuel Your Brand
B2B audiences get logical, serious, fact-based communications and B2C audiences get the fun, emotional, exciting stuff.
How to Resolve the Communication Barrier Between Sales and Tech Staff
How to Resolve the Communication Barrier Between Sales and Tech Staff