Time management Archives

Philly.com

How these local entrepreneurs beat the odds when starting a business

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) Starting a business is hard, and most fail. But a handful of local entrepreneurs are beating the odds. They’re…

Gene MarksApril 28, 2026

Philly.com

Which PTO policy is right for your business? Local companies offer clues

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) In today’s competitive labor market, offering the right paid time off (PTO) policy can be one of the most…

Gene MarksApril 15, 2026

Entrepreneur

Why I Cancelled a Candidate’s Interview 15 Minutes Before It Started

(This column originally appeared in Entrepreneur) Key Takeaways A last-minute complication before a scheduled interview highlighted how candidates handle unexpected problems in real time. The situation…

Gene MarksMarch 11, 2026

Entrepreneur

A New IKEA Study Reaffirms Why My Company Will Never Adopt a 4-Day Workweek

(This column originally appeared in Entrepreneur) Over the past few years, I’ve researched, written and evaluated the pros and cons of the four-day workweek. And my…

Gene MarksMarch 16, 2025

Entrepreneur

Why “Doing Less” Is The Key To Scaling Your Small Business These Next 6 Months

(This column originally appeared in Entrepreneur) Key Takeaways This year, I am determined to adopt powerful strategies that will enable me to maximize my achievements while…

Gene MarksFebruary 2, 2025

Guardian

The best time for a meeting is no meeting at all – unless you’re a Meeting Whisperer

(This column originally appeared in The Guardian) Want to have a successful meeting? Don’t meet at 2.36pm. According to a new survey of more…

Gene MarksDecember 24, 2023