When Failure is the Key to Success: Lessons from Famous Flops (Infographic)
College dropouts, fired employees, bankrupt businesses. Even those people we perceive as the embodiment of success have experienced extreme lows—and used those experiences to fuel their future achievements. This infographic highlights 6 famous figures whose failures turned out to be temporary setbacks on the way to grand accomplishments, as well as tips to turn your own
The Ultimate Return-to-Work Checklist for IT (Infographic)
Your organization’s IT department has a key role to play in the return to work following the COVID-19 pandemic. Not only do they have to ensure that the office is properly equipped for returning workers, but they also need to provide support for employees adopting a flexible working model. There’s a lot to consider — so what
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How to Stay Motivated at Work: The Science of Productive Breaks [INFOGRAPHIC]
When you are feeling overloaded, instead of pushing harder, a wise thing to do might be to take a short break. As we discussed in one of our previous posts, short breaks can revive your productivity and decrease tension. We looked deeper into the matter and put together some interesting facts, as well as practical
A-Z Glossary of Online Marketing Terms (Infographic)
SEO, SEM, CMS, PPC, CPM…. Many industries have their own language, but the marketing world takes the acronyms and buzzwords to a new level. For the uninitiated, the marketing terms glossary can be confusing, to say the least. To help you out, we put together this infographic with a list of common online marketing terms,
6 Trends Shaping the Future of Work (Infographic)
Fax machines, rolodexes, and PDAs seem like ancient history, yet just 10 years ago they were ubiquitous office tools. What surprises does the next decade hold for today’s workers? As the old adage says, the only constant is change. Set yourself up for success by keeping an eye on these 6 big trends that are defining
8 Biggest Challenges for Leading Virtual Teams (Infographic)
Imagine you’re managing a team of remote workers. You’ve created a strategic work breakdown, devised the optimal workflow, and developed an airtight project plan. At the project kickoff your team is energized and motivated to succeed. Now it’s halfway through the project and your colleagues are disengaged and listless. They're not collaborating, team productivity has tanked,
The Ultimate Return-to-Work Checklist for Managers (Infographic)
As teams worldwide begin to prepare for the mass Return-to-Office movement, as a manager, there are probably a thousand things on your mind. Bringing your team back to the workplace, whether that’s through hybrid working or a traditional office model, brings a variety of potential challenges, and it’s up to you to make the transition
Why Work Emails Cause Anger & Confusion (Infographic)
Have you ever received a work email that got you so hot under the collar, you were minutes away from transforming into the Incredible Hulk? Or an email that was so confusing, you had to clarify what you were being asked to do in the first place? Well, you are NOT alone. In a survey conducted
Startup Launch Checklist: 22 Steps to Success (Infographic)
Starting a business is an exciting idea, but pretty daunting when it comes down to logistics. If you're stumped on where to start when it comes to launching your startup, check out our latest infographic for a step-by-step roadmap on how to go from concept to thriving business. Share this infographic with fellow founders with this
Why You Should Care that Marketing & IT Leaders are Collaborating More (Infographic)
Collaboration is the new way to work. We no longer make progress in the silos of our own departments, we synchronize the efforts of multiple teams to get projects out the door faster and with better results. 55% of marketing leaders say they're now collaborating more closely with IT leaders than ever before. But there are
31 Quotes About Launching a Startup (Infographic)
Launching a startup is no walk in the park. Once you decide to follow your dreams, it's a long marathon to success. Luckily, you're not the first person to take on the challenge. Read these inspirational quotes from well-known founders and CEOs for actionable startup launch advice. They cover everything from finding your niche to the
3 Notorious Productivity Killers and How to Fight Them (Infographic)
Do any of these situations sound familiar? You're completely focused, getting work done, and then your coworker taps you on the shoulder just to chat... and now you can't get back in the zone. Your manager assigns you a new project, but it's such a large effort that you know you won't be able to make any
The Past, Present, and Future of Remote Collaboration: Where Does Your Team Stand?
We asked you and other people representing companies of all sizes, from solopreneurs to Fortune 500 corporations, how you feel about virtual collaboration and where you see it going. Your input helped us get a bird’s-eye view on the current state of this prominent trend. Click the preview on in the top-right corner to see our infographic visualizing the
10 Best U.S. States for Launching Your Software Startup (Infographic)
If you’re ready to found a software startup, you might think a move to Silicon Valley is inevitable for your organization's success. But soaring rental rates and a high cost of living may make you and your team wary of picking up and moving to the Bay Area. Luckily, San Francisco isn’t the only place
Working for a Workaholic: 10 Tips to Reclaim Your Work-Life Balance (Infographic)
It’s not a bad thing to be dedicated to your work. If you love your job, seeing the results of your efforts successfully move the needle is hugely satisfying. But spending every waking hour focused on work simply isn’t for everybody, and if you’re one of those people who needs a clear separation between their
How Professional Services Teams Are Breaking the Customer Churn Cycle (Infographic)
We surveyed over 1,000 professional services teams to learn about the top challenges they face around client retention, resource management, collaboration, technology, project processes, and more.
Creative Problem Solving for Product Developers (Infographic)
Innovation isn't extraordinary anymore — it's expected. Product managers are facing saturated markets where every competitor is releasing new products and features at a quicker pace, each scrambling to beat the others to launch. Creativity is more essential than ever for product developers to capture consumers' attention, outpace the competition, and find ingenious solutions to
10 Encouraging Productivity Proverbs for Your Office Wall (Part 2)
If you read our first batch of productivity proverbs, you may remember that a picture is worth 1,000 words. So, without further delay, here are 5 more proverbs to get your productivity juices flowing on those days when all you want to do is crawl back into bed. 6. “An hour in the morning is worth
The History of the Word 'Hack' (Infographic)
Odds are, the word hack immediately brings to mind either cybercrime and stolen passwords or tech shortcuts and everyday timesavers. But did you know the word's history stretches far back into the middle ages, centuries before computers and the internet? It first appears as early as the year 1200, meaning "to cut roughly, with chopping
10 Encouraging Productivity Proverbs for Your Office Wall (Part 1)
"A proverb a day keeps distractions at bay" ... Okay, you caught us. That's not a real proverb. We just made it up, but it's true nonetheless. We collected 10 well-known proverbs about productivity and backed up their claims with insider business tips and facts to encourage you on those difficult work days. Today, we'll
