Business

Networking is critical in the business community, but how can you be sure to make a good impression when you meet a potential client or business partner?

You don’t always have to sit in a conference room when you meet with co-workers: Take a walk instead.

I used to hide my iPhone as I walked down unfamiliar streets. Then I noticed no one was looking at me – they were looking at their phones.

How do entrepreneurs find work-life balance? There’s no easy answer. 

The end of the year’s a great time to evaluate your business’ progress and set goals for next year. Start by looking at your current business plan. Is it up to date? Are you on track to meet long-term goals?

WWL-TV is bringing local programming back on weekday mornings at 9AM. Starting Jan. 21, “Great Day Louisiana” will air mornings from 9-10AM on WWL-TV, Channel 4.

Volunteering can be a fun way to reconnect with your family throughout the year. Here are some tips for successful family projects.

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‘Tis the season of giving. Not only can you give back to the community this holiday season, but so can your local small business. Here are some creative ways to get your business involved.

Who doesn’t love to shop and dine along Metairie Road? Last week, Jefferson Parish launched its latest initiative to promote business and culture in Metairie: the Metairie Road District. This ongoing branding project seeks to create a cohesive cultural identity along Metairie Road.

The right company culture brings all types of people together to work cohesively no matter what the industry. Company culture is the personality of a business, so building a sense of community is essential to success.

On Betsie Gambel’s trip to South Africa earlier this year, she found its cultural issues are not dissimilar to ours. Take the Cape Town Press Club, in the news for electing an all-white, predominately male committee. With sentiment stirring that the group “mimicked the apartheid era,” people called for more diverse representation.

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.

From the stress of pressing deadlines to hours sitting in front of a computer, heart health is not top priority in most workplaces. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America making it important to incorporate cardiovascular wellness into your office culture. Here are five tips to protect your heart health while at work:

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.

As an entrepreneur, I understand the importance of giving back to my community, especially in areas that are vital to New Orleans. For me, that area is science, specifically STEM. I’m proud that the gift my wife and I gave to our children’s school was able to create the Rupa and Tarun Jolly Science and Technology Building.

Companies are seeing that long-term investments in social, environmental and governmental initiatives are more beneficial than initiatives without sustainable practices or missions.

Personality styles vary depending on individual abilities, group dynamics and opportunities. At our recent staff retreat, we surveyed the team to identify each staffer’s personality as it relates to four animals, providing a lens for examining – and appreciating – others.

Nonprofit organizations are essential to a thriving community, but what really goes into starting and maintaining a successful one? Below are three of the most important elements of a strong nonprofit.

At Gambel Communications, we position our clients as industry thought leaders. A great way to gain brand exposure and align your company with changing industry landscapes is to secure speaking opportunities. Find speaking opportunities in your field with these tips:

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.

After the devastation of Hurricane Katrina 13 years ago, New Orleans took the opportunity to come together to restore, rethink and revitalize. Faced with the task of rebuilding historic structures, homes, hospitals, parks and roads, the Crescent City has become a model for 21st century redevelopment and infrastructure investment.

National Savings Day was Oct. 12. For many people, the hardest step toward saving money is simply getting started.

Did you know that the new 2018 tax law eliminated a long-standing deduction for business entertainment expenses like tickets to shows and sporting events?

If you have ever held a job, at some point, you have probably found yourself in a situation where you had to have a difficult conversation. Whether you are a manager admonishing an employee or an employee seeking a raise, these tips will help you get through those potentially awkward conversations:

When it comes to honesty on social media, consumers expect it more from businesses than they do politicians – or even their family.

How each piece of a company’s visual identity works together to communicate the brand’s essence is important. Good graphic designers don’t begin concepting in isolation.

One of my friends likes nothing more than to ensnare me in wearying debates. Given that we are polar political opposites and his strong opinions – and his 6-foot 5-inch frame – overpower me, I often opt for restraint.

Leading a nonprofit is both rewarding and challenging. You must stay focused on the important work you do in the community, while ensuring your organization is running smoothly. Managing your finances is paramount to any organization’s success, but it can often be difficult to know where to start.

If the first thing you think of when you hear the word “internship” is along the lines of “The Devil Wears Prada,” think again. Throughout college, I held multiple internships (including here at 360 Media) and gained valuable real-life experience that could not be taught in a classroom.