[ad_1] I spent most of my childhood in Taiwan learning the ancient art of the Chinese tea ritual from my grandparents. I visited different tea farms during the summer with my grandfather and searched local tea houses and shops for the perfect blend. These shared experiences became both a cherished staple of …

[ad_1] Chances are, you didn’t negotiate your last salary offer — more than half of all American workers don’t. Women are especially reluctant, fearing they’ll look pushy or even lose the job offer entirely. And while not asking for more can hold anyone back, this practice has dramatic impact on …

[ad_1] President Obama is making another move to flex his policy muscle outside of the gridlock of Congress, this time signing an executive order to streamline the processes required for small and medium-sized businesses to export American goods and services to other countries. On Air Force One this morning, Obama …

[ad_1] While it might seem like a lot of work, implementing a rewards program for your employees is essential if you want to maintain a happy and productive workplace. Don’t believe us? A Gallup estimate shows that unhappy workers are costing employers $300 billion annually due to a loss in …

[ad_1] Today’s fierce competition among online retailers equals deals galore and more savings ahead for consumers. Retailers are going to great lengths to win customers right now, by expanding free shipping, increasing cash-back incentives and offering other cool perks. Related: The 4 Types of Online Discount Websites You Could Start  When purchasing goods …

[ad_1] The euro and stock markets surged higher Monday after pro-European reformer Emmanuel Macron emerged as the front runner to become the next French president. The former economics minister and investment banker beat far-right leader Marine Le Pen into second place in the first round of voting Sunday. They will …

[ad_1] More and more, we hear about companies focusing on the well-being of their employees by offering more liberal policies and benefits packages, especially when it comes to big brands such as Apple, Google and Amazon. Related: 18 Companies With Radically Awesome Parental Leave Policies However, Amazon in Germany is taking a different …

[ad_1] The following is the 13th in the series, “Personal Branding For A Better Life,” in which marketing expert Jim Joseph applies big brand marketing lessons to help you build a successful personal brand. If I can be accused of anything in this series, it could be that I appear …

[ad_1] Today’s leaders are constantly thinking (and worrying) about talent. Because a workforce is every organization’s most vital resource, business success truly depends on whom you attract, hire and retain. Businesses always perform better when they bring together unique and diverse employees — people with different backgrounds, cultures, races, genders and perspectives — and include …

[ad_1] Setting up a new business isn’t all that hard. There are easy-to-use web templates, accounting software and CRM systems that will have your business up and running in no time. All that remains is one small but important detail: customers. Since revenue is the lifeblood of any new business, …