‘Love It!’: A Town in Connecticut Is Experimenting with a 4-Day Workweek — and It Seems to Be Working
From small towns in Connecticut to large companies like Kickstarter, the four-day workweek is gaining steam.
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Beyond the Paycheck — How to Build a Workplace Culture Centered on Love, Abundance and Purpose
Companies can drive loyalty and fulfillment by leading with heart and building a culture of purpose, abundance and personal growth.
Here’s Why These Two Scientists Won the $1.06 Million 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics
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How a Single PowerPoint Raised $300 Million for This Founder
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From creating the packaging designs online by myself to learning how to take professional product photos, I found ways to launch a company on a low budget. Here’s how you can do it, too.
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Employees are Turning the Tables — How Entrepreneurs Should Change Their Annual Employee Reviews
Employees are critical to your business. The way you measure and reward them year after year can help you drive value.