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At the 2018 Inc. 5000 Conference, Life is Good co-founder Bert Jacobs shared how a simple question inspired the $100 million company. Every evening at dinner, his mother asked: “Tell me something good that happened today.” Her focus on goodness sustained Bert, as well as his brother and fellow co-founder John, through a challenging home life.

You’re at the age where you start thinking more realistically when it comes to answering the “what do you want for Christmas?” question. Instead of saying “I don’t know,” say you’re looking to read more in 2019, and provide a list of titles that you’ve been eyeing for months. Whether you prefer reading a hardback, e-version or audiobook, adding reading to your daily routine is a great habit to form in 2019.

A midday gym session can be the best way to boost your energy levels during the workday. But the thought of redoing your hair or taking that second shower can be daunting.

Much has been written about the reasons for Oklahoma City’s renaissance. Residents frequently hear about the city’s past outstanding mayors, the non-partisan form of government, the 18-year tenure of City Manager Jim Couch, the Thunder and the transformative success of MAPS.

Dr. Dan T.D. Nguyen, a nationally renowned neuroradiologist, has moved his medical talents to Oklahoma and is breaking down the barriers of pain management.

Up to 40 percent of food grown, processed and transported in the United States is never eaten, yet 1 in 8 Americans – or 40 million people – suffers food insecurity. The average four-person family wastes $1,500 a year on food.

In the newly released book “The Next American City,” author and four-term Mayor Mick Cornett argues that midsized cities, such as Oklahoma City, Indianapolis, Charleston and Des Moines, produce outsized accomplishments.

With the end of the year coming near, it’s time to reflect and give thanks in an impactful way. Whether you’re acknowledging a coworker’s contribution to the team or thanking your family for making time for family dinners, here are a few ways to say thanks beyond just giving a gift:

It started with passion. Then the idea. Now you even have the whole business plan with all the details addressed. What you likely do not have is the money. A business pitch competition could possibly be just the thing to get your startup truly started.

Are you striving to bring cheer for all to hear this holiday season? The Oklahoma 100 is producing its second annual Holiday Gift Guide issue for local businesses. The issue features products, gift certificates/cards, services and experiences that give the gift that keeps on giving.

Opposites attract, and they’re certainly easier to read together. When creating any visual document, it’s important to choose colors with good contrast that bring out the best in each other.

Hey, all you copywriters, there’s a new benchmark for speed – 20,000 lines a second.

If you’re a business owner, maintaining positive cash flow and protecting confidential information might be things that keep you up at night.

Procrastination: we’ve all dealt with it at some point. But did you know it goes deeper than just putting off a task? In our minds, each task falls into one of four categories: expectancy, value, time or impulsivity. Or in layman’s terms, we don’t care, we’re not getting the wanted results, our time is too valuable, or we’re just downright impulsive.

What is the difference between collaborating and cooperating? Many times, these are confused in a business setting. When individuals think they are collaborating by sharing their thoughts and information while remaining friendly, they are actually just cooperating.

One thing I’ve learned recently while working with Innovative Partners is to always be intentional with your career and goals. This is vital to ensuring you don’t end up in a place you never wanted to be.

Most of us spend lots of time with our co-workers. What could you do differently to be a better one? Sources from human resource blogs to Reader’s Digest offer tips on how to be a better co-worker.

The Oklahoma Commission on the Status of Women will induct five leaders into the Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame on Sept. 27. Each honoree inspires women to lead and make a difference in their profession or community.

Oklahoma City-based Infinity Capital Partners recently announced its role as investment bankers for the sale of WTL Oil to Oklahoma City’s Mammoth Energy Services.

Job seekers are enticed by work-from-home options according to research from staffing firm Robert Half. More than three quarters of surveyed professionals (77 percent) said they are more likely to accept a job offer if there is an option for telecommuting. Those in San Francisco and Los Angeles are most likely to seek this perk, citing long commute times.

A clean office means a clear head, but after working 40-plus hours per week, who has the time or the resources to keep everything clean?

Cyber security threats are out there every day for businesses, regardless of their size. That’s why business owners should lead by example and teach employees how to protect confidential information, like company finances.

The new Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Foundation has officially launched, with the purpose of providing support for the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation and its activities in managing the state’s fish and wildlife resources.

Have you ever had that one task that bogs you down for days, or even worse, weeks? You just can’t seem to cross it off your to-do list – or even go near it.

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Fewer cubicles foster more face-to-face interaction between coworkers, right? That’s the thinking behind the trend toward open workspaces, anyway.

Ideal circumstances for productivity don’t always present themselves while traveling. It’s all about finding your zone amidst chaos. Stay focused with a few tips:

Don’t limit yourself to thinking your career can’t progress unless you are inside the office walls. Pick up these two habits – they may help you reach your next professional milestone:

The Tulsa StartUp Series is a competitive program created for those who need support for their business ideas and provides an especially accessible path for new entrepreneurs. Applicants submit a 60-second pitch online and have the opportunity to pitch live.

Take note of these common grammatical mistakes to make your next email, social media post or conversation less cringe-worthy.

A recent PA Commonwealth Court decision is prompting nonprofit board members to revisit bylaws regarding the removal of directors.