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At the beginning of January 2024, what seemed the start of a promising year, James Colistra was laid off from his role at Forbes after 14 years. For many, that kind of unexpected turn would feel like a setback. For James, it became the push he needed to stop waiting and start building. James Collistra Today, he’s the founder of Wonderfish , a PR agency helping startup founders grow their visibility and thought leadership through strategic podcast bookings. But his journey was

Start the year with books that fuel clarity, confidence, and growth. Whether you're side hustling, scaling up, or just getting started, these five books will give you the insights and strategies to move your business forward. 1. Side Hustle: From Idea to Income in 27 Days  by Chris Guillebeau A fast-track roadmap for launching your first income stream without quitting your day job. Clear, motivating, and designed for action. 2. Small Business Hacks  by Barry Moltz & Rieva Les

What do acting, emotional intelligence, and workplace culture have in common? For JessePudles , they’re not just connected - they’re essential. As the CEO and founder of SpotCorp ,, Jesse has blended his background in theater and human development to create a corporate training platform that helps organizations foster psychological safety, connection, and creativity through the power of storytelling. jesse Pudles From Virtual Story Circles to Corporate Culture Labs SpotCorp b

When you’re just getting started with your business, one of the first big decisions you’ll face is how to legally structure  it. It may sound boring or confusing, but your business structure affects how you’re taxed , your personal liability , and even how easy it is to raise money or bring on partners  later. In this post, I’m breaking down the basics of business structures, especially LLCs (Limited Liability Companies) , to help you feel more confident. I’m using language f

I recently watched 12th Fail , a beautiful and powerful film currently streaming on @Netflix and @Hulu . It tells the true story of Manoj Kumar Sharma, who grows up in a small rural town in Chambal, India, and fails his 12th-grade exams - a significant moment that could have ended his dreams of prosperity. During his final year of senior secondary school, an IPS officer (a senior role in the Indian Police Service, responsible for leading police forces, maintaining law and or

The founder of Chrysanthemum Partners shares how she landed her first big client, transitioned to sole ownership, and built a thriving...

When Allison McEntee moved to the suburbs of Chicago in 2017, she never imagined that hosting a casual, fun potluck dinner with dishes...