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I’m excited to announce that my latest book, The Moonshot Effect, Disrupting Business as Usual, just “hit the shelves” on Amazon. Many people have asked how the book came about. Here’s the story.

For many years, leading brands have leveraged sponsorships as an effective way to build brand awareness. Companies put their name on a stadium for the world to see, or develop sponsorships with globally consistent brands to increase their brand exposure. … Continue reading →

Dear Kate, I have an audience with our CEO to present our newest product initiative. How do I make sure it’s a success and that I make a great impression? Nervous in New England Dear Nervous, To make a positive … Continue reading →

A recent New York Times article, Four Executives on Succeeding in Business As a Woman, interviews executive women on what it takes to rise to the top of their profession. Here are three of the tips that resonate with me: … Continue reading →

By Kate Purmal Long-term planning. We all know it’s important. But for most of us, it’s the to-do that always slips to the bottom — or right off — the list! Since there is never enough time, why not pair … Continue reading →

By Kate Purmal and Lisa Goldman Peer advisory boards, or mastermind groups, are a great way for entrepreneurs to get support to help manage and grow their business. Typically these boards consist of four to six people who provide each … Continue reading →

Here’s a great negotiating tip from today’s Harvard Business Review’s Management Tip of the Day. If you haven’t yet subscribed to get a daily dose of quick, practical management advice from the Harvard Business Review I recommend you do so … Continue reading →

Here’s a quote from a book written in 1910 by Wallace D. Wattles, The Science of Getting Rich. It’s available for free on Google Books. “There is nothing wrong with wanting to get rich. The desire for riches is really … Continue reading →

LinkedIn has launched a virtual holiday party blog post featuring 50 of the smartest and most accomplished people in business blogging on the Big Ideas of 2013. Great fodder to spark your visionary thinking as you plan for the new … Continue reading →