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LG unveils new soundbars with Dolby Atmos and Google Assistant
Venture Beat - 27 Dec 2018 16:55
LG unveiled a trio of Google Assistant-powered soundbars ahead of CES, all of which boast "improved" audio courtesy British company Meridian Audio.
Five Ways To Make Your Elevator Pitch More Engaging
Forbes - 27 Dec 2018 16:00
The best pitches are those that tell a story that captivates the audience.
Ten Digital Marketing Predictions For 2019
Forbes - 27 Dec 2018 14:47Should You Let Your Employees Automate Themselves?
Forbes - 27 Dec 2018 15:30
You should be encouraging employee creativity and ideas that benefit your company as a whole.
What Big-Chain Buyouts Mean For The Future Of Boutique Hotels
Forbes - 27 Dec 2018 15:00
Are buyouts helping boutique hotels find their perfect big-chain match? Only time will tell.
No, A Pay Raise Won't Make You Happier
Forbes - 27 Dec 2018 23:072019 Business Trends Executives Need To Consider
Forbes - 27 Dec 2018 22:40
A recent McKinsey report covers key trends that can help executives inform strategic and business plans for the year ahead
GamesBeat Decides: The best and worst moments of the year
Venture Beat - 27 Dec 2018 22:31
We put together a podcast to talk about our favorite moments as well as the memories that haunt us. Highlights include Smash's E3 presentation and SonicFox.
Three Research-Driven Tactics For Overcoming Sales Objections
Forbes - 27 Dec 2018 22:21
Objection handling--when a salesperson responds to a customer's concern about a product or service in a way that eases the concern and effectively moves the sales cycle forward - is a key criterion for success in sales.
This AI came up with fireworks names like 'Into Eggs' and 'Hurricane Said Bang'
Venture Beat - 27 Dec 2018 21:35
Machine learning algorithms, as it turns out, isn't all that great at naming fireworks and firecrackers -- but it sure is creative.
For Some Entrepreneurs, New Year's Resolutions Address Growth, Market Changes
Forbes - 27 Dec 2018 21:31
New Year's resolutions need not be static. Companies may need to adjust their goals as they grow, face plateaus or experience changes in their markets.
5 Key Ingredients For Successful Organizational Change
Forbes - 27 Dec 2018 21:22
As we approach the end of 2018, many of you are probably planning business transformations for the New Year. However, the loftier the goals, the more care needs to be given to the process in achieving them.
PropTech VCs Share Their Thoughts On 2018 and Expectations For 2019
Forbes - 27 Dec 2018 20:32
In my last article, startups gave their assessment on 2018 and expectations for 2019. But there wouldn't be any startups around without investors to back them, so here is what five leading PropTech VCs think about the ye...
Customers compare the noise from Alphabet spinout Wing's delivery drones to a chainsaw
Venture Beat - 27 Dec 2018 19:35
Alphabet spinout Wing, which is testing delivery drones for residential deliveries, has run into several roadblocks, according to a report.
How to Create A Job Worth Waking Up For
Forbes - 27 Dec 2018 19:35
We spend more than a third of their lives at work. However, less than 15% of Americans are passionate about their jobs. Work defines us as people and has a profound impact on the rest of our lives. I believe that workpla...
5 Innovative Conferences For Educators And Entrepreneurs To Attend In 2019
Forbes - 27 Dec 2018 18:28
Interested in education, technology, innovation and entrepreneurship? Here are 5 leading education conferences you should check out in 2019.
Look Into The Crystal Ball
Forbes - 27 Dec 2018 18:24
What does the future hold? Is the future defined by the past? What are advisors thinking about and what are enterprising families asking about?
Why Soul Is The Secret To Family Business Success
Forbes - 27 Dec 2018 18:19
Family business consultant Tom Hubler has written a book: The Soul of Family Business. Here, he explains why soul is good for the business and the family.
Fake Alexa setup app climbs Apple's App Store charts
Venture Beat - 27 Dec 2018 18:15
An Amazon Alexa setup app is climbing the Apple App Store charts. As of publication time, it was the sixth most downloaded app in the Utilities category.
Franchise Flashpoints: 7 Trends That Shook The Industry In 2018
Forbes - 27 Dec 2018 18:06
This year saw a number of hot-button issues make headlines in the world of franchising--some positive and some ominous.
Slack, Uber, Airbnb, Lyft, Pinterest top list of companies that could make 2019 an explosive IPO year
Venture Beat - 27 Dec 2018 18:05
These eight companies could make 2019 a blockbuster year for IPOs: Uber, Lyft, Slack, Pinterest, Instacart, Postmates, Palantir, and Airbnb.
Billions a year go missing in bank fees for international money transfers. Are you paying too much, too?
Venture Beat - 27 Dec 2018 17:50
People lose billions of dollars year to their banks, without realizing it. But a new technology is saving expats, freelancers, families, & SMBs millions.