Melanie HicksForbes Councils MemberForbes Business Development CouncilApril 19, 2021 “If you think you are too small to make an impact, try going to bed with a mosquito in the room.” …
Smiles for Miles; 6 Tips To Create A Happier Workplace
It shouldn’t be surprising to know that being happy has positive benefits across the board. Happy people are more likely to have stronger relationships—both personally and professional. They’re more likely to be healthier, both mentally and physically, and they’re even more likely to accomplish more at work. Read on to find tips for making work a happier place.
15 Essential Skills Every Modern Biz Dev Leader Should Hone
Business development professionals are key players in driving a company’s growth and value over time. Leaders in this sector must also take on additional duties, including leading projects and managing teams.
With these essential responsibilities, it’s important for biz dev leaders to hone the skills necessary for success—especially in an ever-evolving business landscape. Below, the members of Forbes Business Development Council share 15 vital skills that biz dev leaders should hone and why.
14 Big Challenges Modern Leaders Are Facing (And How To Overcome Them)
Expert Panel® Forbes Councils MemberForbes Business Development CouncilMarch 4, 2021 Business development teams have faced a lot of challenges during the Covid-19 pandemic, especially if they were used to in-person …
15 Business Strategies For Bridging Online And In-Person Experience Gaps
Expert Panel® Forbes Councils MemberForbes Business Development CouncilFeb 9, 2021 With businesses navigating closures and safe reopenings, this year has forced business leaders to get creative. For many, this has …
Action Over Analysis: Business Insights From A Sequin Dress
Originally published January 14, 2021 Forbes.com Two days ago, I bought a sequin dress. Having owned nothing of the sort for over a decade, I justified this purchase for a …
From Niagara Falls To The Grand Canyon: What Childhood Memories Taught Me About Life And Business
Searching through the memory boxes of my mind, I realized the foundation that underlined my key career lessons were completely unintended examples from life witnessed during family vacations. While my …
Happy Accidents: The Bob Ross Canvas Of Leadership
Bob Ross, the iconic soft-spoken painter of the 1980s and ’90s, was once an Air Force Master Sergeant who had to have a tough exterior and make harsh demands of his men. …
Developing A Business Plan? 11 Common Mistakes New Entrepreneurs Make
Research has shown that the businesses that survive the longest are those that have a solid business plan. New entrepreneurs hear this information, but it gets lost in a sea …
13 Key Steps To Developing A Go-To-Market Strategy
Business development professionals always have to be aware of the market’s latest trends and developments. The market ebbs and flows, but shows off specific trends. Business development professionals can leverage …