Mary Anne Franks is an Associate Professor at the University of Miami School of Law and Vice President of the Cyber Civil Rights Initiative, a nonprofit organization that raises awareness of cyber harassment and advocates for legal and social reform. She received her law degree from Harvard and her doctorate and master’s degree from Oxford University. She has previously been … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2014
The Power of Infographs
I’ve never met an infographic that I didn’t like. Even clunky renditions with bad fonts and unbalanced graphics have the potential to concentrate complex issues into potent, bite-size snacks of information. Which, is exactly why I have become such a fan, and why you should become one too. The “content is king” manifesto is still holding court in the world of digital marketing; … [Read more...]
Small Business, Big Tips
In honor of Women’s History Month, I want to give some nuggets about what business has taught me as a women. So here we go… Give yourself some credit As women, mothers, daughters, sisters and business owners we can’t give ourselves a break. We do a phenomenal job of wearing multiple hats, being the problem solver and the office counselor and yet when it … [Read more...]
Recruiting a Director for Strategic Board Challenges – 3 Key Considerations
Creating a 21st century board means making significant transitions towards more future-focused leadership behaviors and practices. Rethinking both how new directors are recruited and successfully retained can provide a progressive focus to a director search. Candidates whose backgrounds speak to these areas will ultimately bring a honed perspective for competitive … [Read more...]
How to Build an Ecommerce Website that People Trust – Infographic
You have an ecommerce website, but will that website convert visitors into paying customers? Did you know that the design of your ecommerce website could be costing you sales? An infographic from Kissmetrics provides a roadmap for a trustworthy ecommerce site, which is filled with useful information and many tips you might not have thought of before now. Check out the … [Read more...]
How to Choose a Strong Name to Trademark for Your Business or Brand
The strength of a trademark is directly related to the nature of its distinctive character. Whether a mark is distinctive is measured by the uniqueness of relationship between the mark and underlying goods or services. Trademark distinctiveness is a key element in determining the strength of mark and accompanying scope of legal protection available accorded to it. Moreover, it … [Read more...]
Hear from 20 of the World’s Top Leadership Experts in a Free Webinar Summit
Today, I will be leading a webinar called Leading in a Social World as part of a free 4-day virtual event, The Leadership Summit, hosted by MACRO Recruitment. In my lecture, which is schedule for 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time on March 10, 2014, I'll discuss how the leadership role in business has changed at the hands of the social web and how to develop a company culture that turns … [Read more...]
Thinking Creatively While Hiring
Over 100 resumes to sift through. Boring covering letters that come pre-written thanks to several services offered by agencies and job boards. Sifting through over 300 profiles on networking sites. Still struggling to get the right hire? With so many modes and methodologies to choose from while hiring, and so much hiring information available for candidates, how, when, and … [Read more...]
3 Networking Questions to be Ready to Answer as a Board Candidate
Many board candidates are attending high-level corporate governance conferences and educational events. They meet other directors and have the chance to develop relationships that may lead to being considered for a future board seat. The best way to connect with professionals in this audience is to give them a very good reason. If you fail to specifically state your value … [Read more...]
Equal Pay Requires 100 Years or a Sex Change
Equal pay is a problem around the world---even in Sweden which is widely considered to be one of the most progressive and gender-equal countries in the world. According to the World Economic Forum's 2013 Global Gender Gap report, Sweden ranks fourth globally, but the reality of the gender pay gap in Sweden makes that fourth place finish far less impressive. Did you know that … [Read more...]