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We’ve all heard the famous saying, “it’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” While the accuracy of that statement can certainly be argued, the value of networking holds true. If you’re looking to connect with fellow professionals in your industry, consider these simple networking tips:

Natalie Ghidotti has interviewed a wide range of guests during her time as host of The Arkansas 100 podcast, but she became a guest herself on our latest episode.

Busy schedules can make team bonding seem like a pipe dream, but the results are great for morale and work ethic. Here are three places to consider for your team’s next outing:

Chances are you’ve already implemented social media into your marketing strategy in some capacity. If you haven’t, or if you aren’t pleased with the results thus far, follow these tips to get on track:

At 3.6 percent, the U.S. unemployment rate is the lowest it’s been in a decade. For comparison, it was 9.9 percent in 2010. Jobs. There are lots out there.

Could you be benefitting from marketing your products and services on LinkedIn? Recently released reports from Microsoft suggest that you could be. The professional and business-based platform has shown increased levels of engagement recently.

What kills a good presentation almost as much as a lack of preparation? Letting the adrenaline get the best of you.

Serving the community is a fulfilling task, but it can be difficult to fit into a busy work schedule. That is why our agency offers volunteer time off to all employees. Through this program, employees can donate up to three days per year toward a charitable organization, which will be considered paid time off.

While Fortune 500 companies such as Walmart, Tyson Foods and Murphy USA stand out with their size and revenue, there are many small businesses that call Arkansas home. To give recognition to these companies, the Little Rock Regional Chamber is set to announce the winners of its inaugural Small Business Impact Awards on May 14.

Summer is a time for swimming, bike riding and pickup basketball. For Northwest Arkansas residents, all of these activities and many more are available at one unique location.

The summer months are a perfect time to check with donors to get feedback on your nonprofit or organization’s performance. Online surveys are the way to go, and they do more than just collect data.

Search for “leadership” on Amazon and you get over 60,000 titles; don’t even ask about Google. It may be the trendy topic of the decade.

People spend more time at work than anywhere else, so providing an environment that reduces stress is essential. If you’re looking to develop a culture of wellness at your office, consider these ideas:

Video is a key piece of marketing these days. It’s easy to consume, entertaining and engaging. If you’re just getting started on a strategic plan, consider these three tips:

Saying sorry has become a habit these days, but over-apologizing at work can undermine your confidence and credibility. Here are fixes for three common scenarios:

Thought leaders are the go-to people in their respective industries. Their opinions are trusted and valued.

The biweekly podcast is one of our favorite projects here at The Arkansas 100. From business leaders and lawyers to doctors and musicians, we have had the pleasure of interviewing some of the most successful and interesting people in the state of Arkansas. Here are some of our top episodes from the past two years:

Earlier this week, Gov. Asa Hutchinson announced firearms manufacturer CZ-USA would move its headquarters and open a production facility in Little Rock, creating 565 new jobs.

Travel seekers in Northwest Arkansas will soon have a new location to add to their list. After a recent agreement, American Airlines is set to offer direct flights to Philadelphia from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, in Highfill, beginning Sept. 4.

You need to be doing digital marketing to support your business, and there is more to it than posting on Facebook. When hiring a professional, ask these questions to ensure you are getting someone who knows what they’re doing:

What does it take to lead a high-performing team? It’s one of the biggest challenges leaders face, according to Elise Mitchell, a three-time CEO, leadership strategist and executive coach. “You’re just one person,” said Mitchell. “As a leader you must be able to get things done with and through others that you can’t accomplish alone.”

Strategic thinking is often easier said than done. With so much to do in the present, it can be hard to find time to think about what might be on the horizon. Try these practices to improve your strategic thinking:

Harry Hamlin’s journey brought him from the Air Force to night classes at the William H. Bowen School of Law and the attorney general’s office before ultimately leading him to Mitchell Williams, where he’s spent over 20 years as a business attorney.

Nearly two weeks after the dismissal of Mike Anderson, the University of Arkansas found its new men’s basketball coach. After reported interest in Houston’s Kelvin Sampson and Wichita State’s Gregg Marshall, Arkansas announced the hiring of Nevada’s Eric Musselman on April 7.

Stuck with a tough decision? No obvious answer? A choice between two rights, as opposed to right and wrong? Here is a completely unfair question to help you get to the heart of your answer.

Brands know that video is an important part of a successful marketing campaign. In 2020, 80 percent of all digital traffic will be video. This isn’t surprising given the dynamic nature of videos as a storytelling and educational tool.

Almost everyone likes a person with a good sense of humor. Studies even show humorous people are more successful and are more likely to be in positions of influence.

When done effectively, thought leadership can transform your brand. It doesn’t happen overnight, but here are three things to guide you as you work toward becoming a thought leader in your industry:

For many people, Dale Carnegie Training is a program they don’t know too much about, other than the fact that it has seemingly been around forever.

After not speaking to each other for more than two years, the Beatles agreed to go to the roof of the building they were meeting in and play a set to “get it over with.” That rooftop concert was their last, but by the end of it they were re-engaged. They were reminded of what they could accomplish together.