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July 10, 2013 Debunking Three Entrepreneurship Myths By Video Daniel Isenberg, author of "Worthless, Impossible, and Stupid," shatters the stereotypes about who the typical entrepreneur really is.

Sales Winning the Elusive Marquee-Brand Customer Advocate by Bill Lee You just landed a high-profile customer -- but can't tell anyone. What to do? Communication The Problem with Executive Isolation by Ron Ashkenas The executive entourage may have its uses, but can keep leaders out of the loop. Managing yourself Look Who's Distracted Now by Karen Firestone Personal matters, smart phones, and multi-tasking all hinder our ability to concentrate at work. Government When Congress Takes Interest in Accounting, Watch Out by Justin Fox Few things are simple when it comes to corporate regulation. Small/medium business Why Fights Erupt in Family Businesses by Josh Baron and Rob Lachenauer Lack of boundaries and formal structure create potential for nasty (and lasting) disagreements. Innovation The Innovation Mindset in Action: Jerry Buss by Vijay Govindarajan and Srikanth Srinivas The longtime LA Lakers owner rose from an impoverished Depression-era childhood to the Basketball Hall of Fame and ultimately transformed the sport of basketball. Marketing Why Are So Many Celebrities Now "Creative Directors"? by Denise Lee Yohn Modern relationships between brands and celebrities are focused on authenticity and impact. Career planning The Three-and-a-Half-Day Job by John Lees Don't waste your time looking for the perfect job. Ethics We've All Probably Eaten Counterfeit Food by Andrew O'Connell A company that made fake vodka added bleach and methanol. Managing people Don't Let Your Best-Connected People Become Bottlenecks by Rob Cross People central to your organization's informal network can help you. Just make sure they're not hurting you first.

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