Forbes •

Searching For The Right COO: 10 Things Small Businesses Should Know

Hiring a chief operating officer is a huge moment and one that requires a lot of thought and planning, particularly for small businesses: A good COO can work wonders for a company, while a misstep in hiring can cost you time, as well as generate a great deal of frustration for everyone involved. As you prepare to start your search, you need to be sure you know where to look for your COO, as well as what kinds of traits your organization needs. Is it better to hire from within, for instance, or
Inc.com •

Growing Your Influence Online: 7 Tips for Creating a Successful Blog

A company blog can be a crucial instrument in any company's marketing strategy to attain increased visibility, draw in potential customers and build a loyal following online. The key is to update the blog regularly with relevant content that educates and provides real value to readers, instead of just rehashing company news and announcements. These seven entrepreneurs share their best tips for creating influential blog content and explain how a well-planned blog can make any business stand out
Lifeology •

The Successful Entrepreneur: Guest - Mario Peshev - YouTube

Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to listen to this show. When you are finished listening I hope you take a minute and write a quick review on whichever radio or podcast platform you’ve heard this show. Your insight will help others to be inspired and encouraged. We all make decisions, but we don't always make informed decisions. To make healthy decisions we must break the process down to two categories, "information gathering," and the final "yes" or "no." When you gather as much information on a topic as you can it helps give you the confidence to make your healthiest decision.
Home Business Mag •

Podcast – Dark Side of Going Solo – Overcome Challenges in Starting Up a Business

The Start-Up world is booming, and levels of entrepreneurship have never been higher. But Before entrepreneurs-to-be dive in, however, today’s guest, Mario Peshev recommends investing in learning what the self-employed experience can be like. You could exchange a 40-hour work week and a steady paycheck for 80-100 hour work weeks, grinding through struggles generating sales, managing staff and vendors, and more. Mario Peshev’s no-BS take on the startup world challenges the fad around becoming an overnight success and projects reality for the first 6-18 months in the startup game.
AllBusiness.com •

15 Proven Ways to Improve Your Business Negotiation Skills

Entrepreneurs are constantly making deals, so learning how to negotiate becomes an essential skill to master. But when you’re at the bargaining table, it sometimes can be difficult to strike the right balance and arrive at a healthy compromise with a client or partner. To learn how to become a successful negotiator, we asked a group of Young Entrepreneur Council members to weigh in on the following question: Q. What type of negotiation strategy do you prefer using? Why is it effective?
Hearpreneur •

22 Entrepreneurs Share Their Thoughts on The Future of Entrepreneurship

Every waking day, we are having tremendous changes in regulations and technology which greatly affects the way businesses operate. Some entrepreneurs will say the future is definitely bright but to others, some of these changes work against their expansion and business operations. Additionally, there’s growing empowerment and embracing of individuality which motivates more people to begin their entrepreneurship journey. But the big question, what’s the future of entrepreneurship?
Recruiter •

13 Common Hiring Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When looking to onboard a new hire, a company clearly has a need it is trying to meet. Though the need can be great, it is important to do your due diligence in the hiring process. Ensure that you ask the right questions and truly listen to each candidate’s answers. Check references and consider a trial period wherein the candidate can complete a test project or two to really show you their stuff. A common mistake I see is discarding applicants who don’t fit a job profile to the T.
Influencive •

How to Make a Good Impression When You Don’t Feel Like You’re Naturally Charismatic

Not every young entrepreneur with a brilliant idea has the charisma needed to pitch it successfully. Making an impression is still a significant part of being a businessperson, and in the age of online interaction, genuine human rapport is a priceless commodity. Luckily, natural charisma isn’t a necessity to be successful in business, as there are multiple methods young entrepreneurs can learn to make a direct impact on people they talk to. Below, members of the Young Entrepreneur Council...
HostingAdvice.com •

Looking to Extend Your Dev Team? DevriX is a WordPress Development Agency Using Tech Talent to Solve Business Problems

If you had any doubt that we’ve reached the age of the Jetsons, consider this: Telesurgery, a remote procedure in which a surgeon controls robotic arms to operate on a patient in a distant physical location, is now a reality. And if doctors can save lives remotely, Mario Peshev, Founder & CEO of DevriX, told us that savvy tech agencies should have no problem helping businesses thrive in the same manner. That’s why he and Co-Founder Stanko Metodiev started DevriX in 2010.
AllBusiness.com •

13 Valuable Soft Skills to Look for When Hiring New Employees

Ask any hiring manager or business leader what they want in a new hire, and they’ll probably tell you “good communication skills.” While a strong ability to communicate is essential for any position, there are other soft skills to look for in a new hire as well. To find out which skills are especially valuable, we asked members of Young Entrepreneur Council the following question: Q. What is one particularly important soft skill, besides communications, that a new hire should have? Having the
Forbes •

Nine Smart Ways Business Leaders Can Execute A Solid Social Media Strategy

Business leaders are using social media more than ever before, turning to platforms like Facebook and Instagram to place ads, announce breaking news and engage with their clients and customers. According to one study, consumers turn to social media more than any other online platform to find inspiration for purchases. In today’s market, a social media strategy can help your business stay in touch with existing customers and reach new ones, build a loyal following around your unique value proposi
StartUp Mindset •

Is There A Dark Side to Going Solo When Becoming an Entrepreneur? Interview with Author Mario Peshev

Small businesses are booming in 2019 as full-time employment, as well as gig-economy ventures. The US Census Bureau reported 32,570,855 small businesses operating across the States. And, allegedly, every tenth American runs their own business. But a follow-up story discloses that 76.2% of businesses that had no employees accounted for merely 4% of SMB sales. As the memory of the 2008 financial recession fades away and stories arise of funded startups crossing the $1 billion mark, both regular wo
Influencive •

The Best Ways to Stay Productive at Work, No Matter the Circumstances

The key to maintaining focus and achieving peak productivity is limiting your distractions. Slack, email, Skype, text messages, Facebook — the list of notifications goes on and on. Turn them off for an hour or more and watch your task completion time drop dramatically. The good news? They’ll still be there when you reopen the apps and turn off do-not-disturb mode! – Dan Suski , YachtList Use a best self journal. Every day I use this tool to write out my three big to-do items. If I check even on
Inc.com •

Avoid Workplace Conflict Escalation With These 7 Tips

Disagreements with co-workers are undesirable but inevitable, especially on teams that work closely together on a day-to-day basis. While some argue that a little bit of conflict in the workplace is healthy, as it can lead to innovation and enhanced creativity, it is essential to address any disagreements before they get out of hand, with potentially devastating consequences on team morale and productivity. "The key to productively handling disagreements is to separate the facts of the situatio
SUCCESS •

14 Entrepreneurs on Their Best Tips for Letting Go of Stress

Unexpected setbacks are part of life. As an entrepreneur, the ability to manage that stress and roll with the punches will determine if you have what it takes to be successful, which means it is crucial for you to let go of the daily stressors you cannot control. As stress management can make all the difference to an entrepreneur’s outlook, productivity and even the future success of their business, we asked members of Young Entrepreneur Council how they let go of stress. Which tip do you think
Inc.com •

Leverage Your Introverted Traits to Become a Better Business Leader

Many entrepreneurs attribute their success to networking -- attending and speaking at events, introducing themselves to the right people and striking up conversations to land potential business deals. Given this, it may seem like entrepreneurship favors extroverts; however, there are plenty of introverts who have gone on to become successful, thriving business owners. In fact, some introverted leaders feel that their natural tendencies have given them an advantage in business. Below, eight ent
BobWP - WooCommerce •

Do the Woo Podcast with Guest Mario Peshev

In episode 16 of the Do the Woo Podcast, Brad and BobWP invite special guest Mario Peshev to talk about his robust endeavors into the world of content creation, and we take a look at some Woo news. Thanks to our sponsor Liquid Web. Here’s a WooCommerce Managed Hosting deal for you. Just use the code: BOBWPWOO to get 50% off your first two months. Mario Peshev – The Reason He Creates So Much Content Mario Peshev, when not running his agency Devrix, spends time pushing out tons of content acros
Entrepreneur •

9 Ways s Organize and Manage Their Calendars Properly

Ignore whatever and whoever is not scheduled. Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As an entrepreneur, it’s your responsibility to plan how you’re going to spend your time. You can watch binge-watch Netflix all day, but that’s most likely not the best use of your time. Additionally, you also have to set boundaries and keep yourself motivated day-in-and-out. In some way -- you want to find a direction to follow to gain that balance between work and your personal life.
Influencive •

11 Ways for Busy Entrepreneurs to Relax and Recharge

Entrepreneurs are often on the go and rarely take a moment to slow down. However, time off is crucial if you want to prevent burnout and keep your passion for the business alive. You might wonder how you can balance all your responsibilities and still take time for yourself. To help you combat the stress of building a business, members of Young Entrepreneur Council share some ways for leaders to unplug and recharge, even with a jam-packed schedule. Q. What is one method leaders can use to unpl
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