Motivational

The characteristics of successful entrepreneurs go well beyond having a groundbreaking idea. While innovation might kick-start a business, it’s often traits like resilience, adaptability, and a strong work ethic that determine whether a venture can survive and thrive. In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable business environment, having the right mindset is just as critical as having […]

I was a talker, a people pleaser. If I was at a party with someone who was shy and nervous, I would find them and offer some hot dip, a cocktail, a sympathetic ear or all of the above. At dinner parties, I was often seated between strangers by the host on account of my

Socialization. Friendly competition. Boosting your athletic prowess. It’s easy to see why golf and pickleball are popular pastimes, but the benefits of picking up a paddle or club extend far beyond enjoyable evenings and weekends. Here’s why it can pay career dividends to devote some on-the-clock hours to perfecting your shot or swing. Avoiding the

A new survey from Anytime Estimate shows only 40% of Americans believe Airbnbs make good neighbors, while over a quarter of homebuyers would offer less for a home near one.  Survey says: Homeowners are unhappy The survey results showcase the divide and distrust between locals and Airbnb. Only 30% of those surveyed believe Airbnb guests

With Amazon just a click away and giant Walmart locations on what feels like every corner, it’s easy to fall into the big retail trap. Yet now more than ever, it’s important to support small businesses—and as we’ll share in the small business quotes below, it can be incredibly powerful.  In the last six years,

Coffee badging, calendar blocking, polyworking, #WorkTok and work from bed are all trends we wouldn’t have predicted just five years ago. But the world of hybrid work is becoming more complex: As employees push for what they need, some employers push for them to be back in the office at 8 a.m. sharp.  The 2024

I thought I was conducting a simple test. As CEO of eXp World Holdings, I regularly evaluate new technologies to see how they might serve our business. When advanced AI systems started offering sophisticated legal analysis, I decided to put one through its paces with a hypothetical scenario based on common industry disputes. What I

Bitcoin shattered records this week, rising above $120,000 as lawmakers kicked off what’s being dubbed “Crypto Week”—a pivotal point that could see the U.S. formally recognize and integrate cryptocurrency into its national financial system. This legislation, if passed, would place the U.S. alongside countries like Switzerland, Singapore and El Salvador in granting Bitcoin and other

If you’ve ever seen the HBO original series Succession or have heard of the Murdoch family’s succession drama, you might already know that succession planning can get messy. A succession plan needs a lot to succeed, and gaining the support of key stakeholders, such as the board of directors or investors, is essential. When developing

In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving workplace, transparency as a leader has emerged as a key differentiator between good and great leaders. Leaders who embrace transparency create environments centered around trust, inclusivity, authenticity and collaboration. But what exactly does it mean to lead with transparency, and how can it transform teams and organizational culture? In this