Play buttonChicago White Sox The White Sox, Tigers and Nationals Just Did Something Amazing for Their Fans (and Taught a Major League Lesson in Leadership)Inc Magazine - Bill Murphy Jr.Something big is happening in Major League Baseball. Even if you're not a fan, it's worth noting. Tonight, the Chicago White Sox will host the Miami Marlins, and it's set to be the first game at Guaranteed
Marketing How to Take an Affiliate Strategy to the Next LevelInc Magazine - John HallPrime Day just made its mark on the marketing landscape, and that means affiliate efforts are gaining attention. There's been a lot of build-up for this, the fifth year of sweeping deals and sales from
Boeing 737 MAX Southwest Airlines vs. Delta Air Lines? Right Now There's 1 Clear Winner. (Nobody Could Have Predicted This)Inc Magazine - Bill Murphy Jr.Every few months, another U.S. airline passenger survey comes out. Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines are almost always at or near the top. They're very different airlines: Southwest is still primarily
Coffee Shops Want to Power Up Your Productivity? Neuroscience Says Leverage the 'Coffee Shop Effect'Inc Magazine - Scott MautzSomething counterintuitive perks up your productivity at the local coffee shop (and it's not the java). It's long been suspected that sneaking out of the office (or even home office) for a half day of
Qatar Airways American and United Airlines CEOs Just Met With President Trump. What Happened Next 'Shocked' ThemInc Magazine - Bill Murphy Jr.A few months ago, the CEOs of American, United and Delta Airlines did something remarkable. They teamed up and wrote an open letter to President Trump in the New York Times and other newspapers, basically
Play buttonBurger King Burger King Just Revealed a Truly Stunning Menu Change. (They Don't Think Customers Will Know the Difference)Inc Magazine - Bill Murphy Jr.They used to have a slogan at Burger King: "Have it your way." Now, a new Burger King promotion is more like: "Have it our way. Because we don't think you're clever enough to know the difference." It's
United States How Citibank's New Policy Almost Ruined My VacationInc Magazine - Suzanne LucasI've had a Citibank credit card for almost 20 years but Citibank canceled it on Thursday. I have a monthly storage shed payment that hits the card, but otherwise, I rarely use it. But, I pay it off every
Podcasting 10 of the Best Business Podcasts to Help Your Company ThriveInc Magazine - John BoitnottIf you're looking for concrete tips and advice to grow your company, these podcasts are where it's at. The Internet offers a wealth of free business information and advice. You can find articles on everything
Play buttonProcrastination If You Answer 'Yes' to This 1 Question You're Far More Likely to Procrastinate, According to a Princeton ExpertInc Magazine - Scott MautzSolving procrastination requires understanding why you do it in the first place. Procrastination is the ultimate party-pooper. You have this thing you know you have to do, you put off doing it, and instead
MoonIf Apollo 11 Had Crashed, Here's the Stunning Speech President Nixon Would Have Given the Nation (It's Always Good to HaveInc Magazine - Peter EconomyToday is the fiftieth anniversary of the day that the Apollo 11 spacecraft landed on the Moon. Just six and a half hours after the Apollo 11 lunar module touched down, Neil Armstrong stepped onto the surface,
Startups Why I Always Give Customers My Direct Line (and How I Handle the Feedback Gathered)Inc Magazine - Tamara MellonMy company responds to nearly every Instagram comment posted on our feed. If that sounds aggressive, it's truly anything but. In fact, it's this constant interaction-- plus the various open lines of communication
Business If You Can Honestly Say 'Yes' to These 5 Questions, You're a Much Better Leader Than You ThinkInc Magazine - Bill Murphy Jr.When a top employee leaves your company, it's cause for concern. When leaving becomes a trend, it's time to sound an alarm. If you're the boss and you don't know why people leaving, it's time for a good
Driving 5 Ways to Improve the Odds of Your Company Driving Large-Scale ChangeInc Magazine - Martin ZwillingHere is a proven approach for entrepreneurs seeking to lead large-scale change and paradigm shifts. A refrain I often hear from technology entrepreneurs to investors is that their product or solution so
SoulCycle Here's How Superhero Working Moms Say They Get It All Done (Without Driving Themselves Crazy)Inc Magazine - Amanda Pressner KreuserFive of America's most successful working women reveal how they juggle priorities (and cut themselves some slack) in the quest to balance career, family, community and taking care of themselves. As a and
TechnologyAn Israeli Security Group Claims It Can Access All Your Encrypted Cloud Data. Here's Why It's an Even Bigger Deal Than YouInc Magazine - Jason AtenA new report reveals that the government is very interested in being able to access your encrypted data. In the cat-and-mouse game that we are all apparently playing when it comes to keeping our information
CEOs 4 Reasons Why Every CEO Should Vacation Solo at Least Once a YearInc Magazine - Levi KingIf you're a CEO, vacationing alone every year has enormous benefits. Here's why I do it. I've always been an introvert. But as a CEO, I somehow managed to build a life where I talk all day at work. As
Storytelling How to Attract & Retain Employees Using the Power of StorytellingInc Magazine - Shama HyderIt's why massively successful brands like Starbucks share stories about the farming communities from which they source their coffee. It's why Airbnb tells users' stories--about their home, about their
Business 8 Ways Employers Ruin Vacations and Why They're Stupid to Do SoInc Magazine - Geoffrey JamesVacations are supposed to be Paid Time Off, not just a way to shift your workload around. In Dickens' novel A Christmas Carol, Mr. Scrooge bemoans that his employee expects a day off calling a day off
Startups Why You Shouldn't Overlook Italy as a Startup DestinationInc Magazine - David BrownItaly has suffered from a reputation that it's not friendly to startups: too much bureaucracy, not enough funding, too many long lunches, and not enough hustle. But recently, some Italian startup hubs
Money Are Side Gigs Really the Best Way to Earn More Income?Inc Magazine - Larry AltonSide gigs are not for everyone, but there can be signficant upside for those willing to pay the price and take the risk. Side gigs are all the rage these days, with professionals of all generations considering
Marketing The New Top Gun Maverick and Cats Trailers Show Why Expectations are Everything in Creating Buzz for Your BrandInc Magazine - Jason AtenBoth the 'Top Gun: Maverick' and 'Cats' trailers went viral, for completely opposite reasons. You might have noticed that the trailers for two highly-anticipated movies dropped this week. One is a sequel
Mobile Technology This is Hands-Down My Favorite Commuter Bike EverInc Magazine - John BrandonFor anyone interested in saving the planet who also happens to have a chunk of cash lying around, the Gocycle GS is a fantastic electric bike for commuting to work. At $2,799 it is not exactly low-priced,
Brick And Mortar This Fine Jewelry Designer Is Making Brick and Mortar Retail Look SparklingInc Magazine - Kevin DaumFor years, commentators have been warning of the imminent death of brick and mortar retail. "Amazon is squeezing out the mom and pop shop! It's suffocating Barnes & Noble! Malls don't stand a chance!"
Salaries & Wages House Passes a Bill to Raise the Federal Minimum Wage to $15Inc Magazine - Lisa MascaroWhile the bill is unlikely to pass the Senate, it previews what Democrats would do if they capture the Senate and the White House in 2020. House Democrats approved legislation Thursday to raise the federal
Content Curation Boost Your Visibility by Repurposing Content In a Manageable WayInc Magazine - Tanya HallContent is the name of the digital game, and it can make or break your success. You may have a goldmine of past content already written or recorded at your fingertips. Don't let it waste away when it be
Amazon You've Probably Never Heard of Amazon Accelerator. This Strange Contract Clause Could Be WhyInc Magazine - Cameron Albert-DeitchAmazon is offering extra marketing support to its sellers, but the sales boost comes at the long-term expense of brands, according to a new report. Amazon's accelerator program has existed for almost year,
Management 16 Tips for Surviving a Business DivorceInc Magazine - Steve CodySplitting with a co-founder is a painful and complicated process. But going solo can give you valuable personal and professional insight. Last year I underwent a business divorce. My partner and I decided
Startups How Toco Warranty Found a New Way to Solve an Old ProblemInc Magazine - Jeff HadenToco Warranty brought a new model to the vehicle service contract industry... and is spreading the word through a comprehensive partnership with Stewart-Haas Racing. Many businesses, large and small, partnering
Marketing Here's How Estée Lauder, Walmart, and Amazon Are Driving Revenue Through Voice MarketingInc Magazine - Amanda Pressner KreuserVoice technology is on the rise - and savvy businesses are learning how to use it to connect with their customers. With voice assistants and voice-enabled speakers spiking in popularity, savvy brands businesses
Anxiety Disorders How to Harness Stress to Fuel Your ProductivityInc Magazine - Young Entrepreneur CouncilWe all face stress in our day-to-day lives. What matters is how you manage it. Everyone experiences stress at some point. It's the body's natural way of stimulating our brains into acting quickly to protect
Play buttonChicago White Sox The White Sox, Tigers and Nationals Just Did Something Amazing for Their Fans (and Taught a Major League Lesson in Leadership)Inc Magazine - Bill Murphy Jr.Something big is happening in Major League Baseball. Even if you're not a fan, it's worth noting. Tonight, the Chicago White Sox will host the Miami Marlins, and it's set to be the first game at Guaranteed
Marketing How to Take an Affiliate Strategy to the Next LevelInc Magazine - John HallPrime Day just made its mark on the marketing landscape, and that means affiliate efforts are gaining attention. There's been a lot of build-up for this, the fifth year of sweeping deals and sales from
Boeing 737 MAX Southwest Airlines vs. Delta Air Lines? Right Now There's 1 Clear Winner. (Nobody Could Have Predicted This)Inc Magazine - Bill Murphy Jr.Every few months, another U.S. airline passenger survey comes out. Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines are almost always at or near the top. They're very different airlines: Southwest is still primarily
Coffee Shops Want to Power Up Your Productivity? Neuroscience Says Leverage the 'Coffee Shop Effect'Inc Magazine - Scott MautzSomething counterintuitive perks up your productivity at the local coffee shop (and it's not the java). It's long been suspected that sneaking out of the office (or even home office) for a half day of
Qatar Airways American and United Airlines CEOs Just Met With President Trump. What Happened Next 'Shocked' ThemInc Magazine - Bill Murphy Jr.A few months ago, the CEOs of American, United and Delta Airlines did something remarkable. They teamed up and wrote an open letter to President Trump in the New York Times and other newspapers, basically
Play buttonBurger King Burger King Just Revealed a Truly Stunning Menu Change. (They Don't Think Customers Will Know the Difference)Inc Magazine - Bill Murphy Jr.They used to have a slogan at Burger King: "Have it your way." Now, a new Burger King promotion is more like: "Have it our way. Because we don't think you're clever enough to know the difference." It's
United States How Citibank's New Policy Almost Ruined My VacationInc Magazine - Suzanne LucasI've had a Citibank credit card for almost 20 years but Citibank canceled it on Thursday. I have a monthly storage shed payment that hits the card, but otherwise, I rarely use it. But, I pay it off every
Podcasting 10 of the Best Business Podcasts to Help Your Company ThriveInc Magazine - John BoitnottIf you're looking for concrete tips and advice to grow your company, these podcasts are where it's at. The Internet offers a wealth of free business information and advice. You can find articles on everything
Play buttonProcrastination If You Answer 'Yes' to This 1 Question You're Far More Likely to Procrastinate, According to a Princeton ExpertInc Magazine - Scott MautzSolving procrastination requires understanding why you do it in the first place. Procrastination is the ultimate party-pooper. You have this thing you know you have to do, you put off doing it, and instead
MoonIf Apollo 11 Had Crashed, Here's the Stunning Speech President Nixon Would Have Given the Nation (It's Always Good to HaveInc Magazine - Peter EconomyToday is the fiftieth anniversary of the day that the Apollo 11 spacecraft landed on the Moon. Just six and a half hours after the Apollo 11 lunar module touched down, Neil Armstrong stepped onto the surface,
Startups Why I Always Give Customers My Direct Line (and How I Handle the Feedback Gathered)Inc Magazine - Tamara MellonMy company responds to nearly every Instagram comment posted on our feed. If that sounds aggressive, it's truly anything but. In fact, it's this constant interaction-- plus the various open lines of communication
Business If You Can Honestly Say 'Yes' to These 5 Questions, You're a Much Better Leader Than You ThinkInc Magazine - Bill Murphy Jr.When a top employee leaves your company, it's cause for concern. When leaving becomes a trend, it's time to sound an alarm. If you're the boss and you don't know why people leaving, it's time for a good
Driving 5 Ways to Improve the Odds of Your Company Driving Large-Scale ChangeInc Magazine - Martin ZwillingHere is a proven approach for entrepreneurs seeking to lead large-scale change and paradigm shifts. A refrain I often hear from technology entrepreneurs to investors is that their product or solution so
SoulCycle Here's How Superhero Working Moms Say They Get It All Done (Without Driving Themselves Crazy)Inc Magazine - Amanda Pressner KreuserFive of America's most successful working women reveal how they juggle priorities (and cut themselves some slack) in the quest to balance career, family, community and taking care of themselves. As a and
TechnologyAn Israeli Security Group Claims It Can Access All Your Encrypted Cloud Data. Here's Why It's an Even Bigger Deal Than YouInc Magazine - Jason AtenA new report reveals that the government is very interested in being able to access your encrypted data. In the cat-and-mouse game that we are all apparently playing when it comes to keeping our information
CEOs 4 Reasons Why Every CEO Should Vacation Solo at Least Once a YearInc Magazine - Levi KingIf you're a CEO, vacationing alone every year has enormous benefits. Here's why I do it. I've always been an introvert. But as a CEO, I somehow managed to build a life where I talk all day at work. As
Storytelling How to Attract & Retain Employees Using the Power of StorytellingInc Magazine - Shama HyderIt's why massively successful brands like Starbucks share stories about the farming communities from which they source their coffee. It's why Airbnb tells users' stories--about their home, about their
Business 8 Ways Employers Ruin Vacations and Why They're Stupid to Do SoInc Magazine - Geoffrey JamesVacations are supposed to be Paid Time Off, not just a way to shift your workload around. In Dickens' novel A Christmas Carol, Mr. Scrooge bemoans that his employee expects a day off calling a day off
Startups Why You Shouldn't Overlook Italy as a Startup DestinationInc Magazine - David BrownItaly has suffered from a reputation that it's not friendly to startups: too much bureaucracy, not enough funding, too many long lunches, and not enough hustle. But recently, some Italian startup hubs
Money Are Side Gigs Really the Best Way to Earn More Income?Inc Magazine - Larry AltonSide gigs are not for everyone, but there can be signficant upside for those willing to pay the price and take the risk. Side gigs are all the rage these days, with professionals of all generations considering
Marketing The New Top Gun Maverick and Cats Trailers Show Why Expectations are Everything in Creating Buzz for Your BrandInc Magazine - Jason AtenBoth the 'Top Gun: Maverick' and 'Cats' trailers went viral, for completely opposite reasons. You might have noticed that the trailers for two highly-anticipated movies dropped this week. One is a sequel
Mobile Technology This is Hands-Down My Favorite Commuter Bike EverInc Magazine - John BrandonFor anyone interested in saving the planet who also happens to have a chunk of cash lying around, the Gocycle GS is a fantastic electric bike for commuting to work. At $2,799 it is not exactly low-priced,
Brick And Mortar This Fine Jewelry Designer Is Making Brick and Mortar Retail Look SparklingInc Magazine - Kevin DaumFor years, commentators have been warning of the imminent death of brick and mortar retail. "Amazon is squeezing out the mom and pop shop! It's suffocating Barnes & Noble! Malls don't stand a chance!"
Salaries & Wages House Passes a Bill to Raise the Federal Minimum Wage to $15Inc Magazine - Lisa MascaroWhile the bill is unlikely to pass the Senate, it previews what Democrats would do if they capture the Senate and the White House in 2020. House Democrats approved legislation Thursday to raise the federal
Content Curation Boost Your Visibility by Repurposing Content In a Manageable WayInc Magazine - Tanya HallContent is the name of the digital game, and it can make or break your success. You may have a goldmine of past content already written or recorded at your fingertips. Don't let it waste away when it be
Amazon You've Probably Never Heard of Amazon Accelerator. This Strange Contract Clause Could Be WhyInc Magazine - Cameron Albert-DeitchAmazon is offering extra marketing support to its sellers, but the sales boost comes at the long-term expense of brands, according to a new report. Amazon's accelerator program has existed for almost year,
Management 16 Tips for Surviving a Business DivorceInc Magazine - Steve CodySplitting with a co-founder is a painful and complicated process. But going solo can give you valuable personal and professional insight. Last year I underwent a business divorce. My partner and I decided
Startups How Toco Warranty Found a New Way to Solve an Old ProblemInc Magazine - Jeff HadenToco Warranty brought a new model to the vehicle service contract industry... and is spreading the word through a comprehensive partnership with Stewart-Haas Racing. Many businesses, large and small, partnering
Marketing Here's How Estée Lauder, Walmart, and Amazon Are Driving Revenue Through Voice MarketingInc Magazine - Amanda Pressner KreuserVoice technology is on the rise - and savvy businesses are learning how to use it to connect with their customers. With voice assistants and voice-enabled speakers spiking in popularity, savvy brands businesses
Anxiety Disorders How to Harness Stress to Fuel Your ProductivityInc Magazine - Young Entrepreneur CouncilWe all face stress in our day-to-day lives. What matters is how you manage it. Everyone experiences stress at some point. It's the body's natural way of stimulating our brains into acting quickly to protect
