An influencer with a small but loyal and engaged following can often have a far greater impact than one with a much larger fan base.

Don't hide in the dark and let someone else make your boss look like a rock star.

I want to hear from my team in a way that they know they don't have to hold back. I've made it clear that there are no repercussions for brutal honesty. I let them know that we want to hear about anything they feel is not working for the company.

It's amazing what people will give away for free just to get rid of it.

When it comes to video and pretty much everything else, the more personalized the content, the higher the chances of conversion.

It's a challenge to grow professionally and move up the corporate ladder when you're not receiving feedback on your performance.

I've had to listen to candidates tell me they are the most wonderful thing since the invention of sliced bread, and it bores me to death. It also makes me doubt that they are actually any good at all - plus it's an attitude that would never fly in the culture I've created in my company.

Negotiating isn't about getting what you want or giving in to what the other party wants. It's not an 'either/or situation.' It's about having both parties walk away satisfied. Over the years in both business and life, I've had to learn this hard lesson.

If money is tight, or you're on a limited budget, then consider DIY or used gifts. DIY could be something like baked goods for your friends, family, and neighbors. Plus, if you have children, it's a great activity to do with them during the holidays.

The world of marketing is all about trends and the ability of marketers to identify and cultivate them.

Don't eat because you're angry, bored, sad, or stressed.

We all remember the people who won the World Series and not the guy who struck out.

I used to keep a coin jar and would cash it in when I was pinched a little, back-in-the-day. I would always be shocked when the amount totaled $200 to $300.

At every meeting, I mention that if I am doing something personally that gets in the way of progress for the company - or something needs to change - please come and tell me.

If you have removed those people and situations that make your life more drama-like, then you're definitely a success. After all, who doesn't enjoy a quieter home and workplace?

When looking for an influencer to work with, it's tempting to go for those with huge amount of fans and followers. This is perfectly understandable, as you obviously want your business or product promoted to as many people as possible. However, numbers aren't everything.

If you're receiving fewer assignments, this could be an indicator that there was a decision from upper management that you shouldn't have as many responsibilities. Whether that means your employer has lost faith in you or that your job may be in jeopardy, this is a sign that you should start polishing up your resume.

Even after creating a budget and being more money conscience, it's still easy to overspend during the holidays.

I've interviewed people where their response was literally one word for everything I asked. This didn't help me get to know them, nor did it sell me on their skill set to help my company achieve its goals. I got nothing from them, which meant I had no way of knowing if they were really a good fit in the company.

While it's important to accept failure and not let it bog you down, it's also perfectly acceptable to get upset about it as long as you remember that failure is a stepping stone in your journey that is getting you to where you need to be.

By giving your feelings a name, you're identifying how you feel.

I feel rejecting rejection is one of the most crucial steps in getting past failure.

The goal of content marketing is to create content that people actually want to read/view. If you're being blatantly promotional, there's a good chance your content marketing efforts are falling flat.

I can't tell you how many times I've been writing an article only to get distracted by an email notification, either on my laptop or smartphone.

If your manager is one that isn't engaged with your career development by offering frequent advice and guidance, it's time to look for greener pastures.

We've all experienced those days when we feel like an absolute failure. It's a normal feeling when things don't go as exactly planned. And, when we feel like that, it's challenging to think of yourself as a successful individual.

Always have a plan when you shop. Have your list ready so that you know who you're purchasing gifts for and an estimate on how much you're going to spend.

Nothing shatters the relationship between you and your boss like you failing to meet expectations, deadlines, and goals.

Horrible bosses may be one of the reasons why we decide to leave a company, but they can also teach us how not to lead teams when we have that responsibility.

Changing a habit or routine doesn't happen overnight. It takes a little bit of time and may take easing into the change to make it work for you. Waking up earlier is no exception.

Learning about and from your customers isn't always easy and requires a commitment to continual observation.

I tend to talk too much when I get nervous, and I'm sure many people can relate to that.

It's OK to stay at a job that you don't enjoy, because you're scared.

I produce a lot of content, both to help others online and to promote my business.

We can all get complacent. Especially when it comes to a job.

If you want to retire as a multimillionaire, then you need to start saving as early as you can.

I get work done in half the time if the family is still asleep. When my family wakes up, I've already had a productive morning and am ready to enjoy breakfast with them before I start conquering the rest of my day.

In a time when consumers desperately want to trust businesses - but they just don't - influencer marketing is one way to overcome this problem.

Not to be biased, but digital wallets are awesome.

Marriage can be tricky and challenging at times.

Sometimes you do what you like, and other times you do... what the other person likes. That is part of being in a healthy relationship.

One of the hardest tricks that I had to learn was saying the word 'no.'

I find in most circumstances, people leave bosses, not companies.

Even I have been at that point in my life where I thought I didn't have enough extra money laying around to start investing in stocks for my own retirement plans.

We all wish that we could be more productive.

If you don't want to part with belongings but still want to monetize them, then you can rent them out.

Better to take smart risks and focus on winning because, if you don't, your competition will!

I've found that most successful people do things because they get personal satisfaction from the work that they do.