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"Good enough" may satisfy most people, but it's rarely what creates lasting impact — and it's certainly not enough to stake your business on.

Paying fairly isn't a luxury reserved for when you're profitable — it's how you build the kind of company that gets there.

Don't rush to fill the void of loneliness with noise. Embrace the quiet, learn from it and let it shape you into a more resilient, focused and...

You don't need to be a marketer to market well. But you do need to be curious, listen closely and use the tools available to you.

It's been 10 years since cross-functional teams became a cornerstone of Jotform's culture, and I can say for certain that it was one of the best...

Your users want to know what's happening behind the scenes — and who they're trusting with their data, time and business.

I'm a proud solo founder now, but that wasn't always the plan.

For founders, especially solo founders, having someone who understands the unique pressure of building something from scratch can make all the...


No leader wants a good employee to quit. But it's going to happen. What matters most is how you respond when that moment comes.

You don't have to micromanage — but you do have to show up. Here's why presence is the underrated superpower of AI-era leaders.



Surprise isn't just a fleeting emotion; it's a signal that something's been overlooked. And for entrepreneurs, those moments — if you know how to...

Just like loading up your kitchen with chef-worthy appliances won't automatically make you a better cook, cluttering your life with new AI tools won't...

Being a bootstrapped founder isn't easy. But thanks to AI, it's certainly easier now than it was 20 years ago — or even two years ago. Here are...



If there's one trait every founder needs, it's a willingness to experiment. Today, experimentation is easier and more accessible than ever thanks to...



With the right systems in place, consistency stops feeling like a grind and starts feeling automatic. AI won't do the work for you — but it can make...

Growth that lasts isn't about the moment or the initial hype. It's about what happens in the months and years that follow.



By now, you're probably using AI to lighten your load in one way or another. But are you truly getting the most out of its abilities as an assistant?

AI agents are opening doors to education that just a few years ago would have been unthinkable. Here's how.

When to pivot and how are questions that every entrepreneur has to face. Here's how to do it.

Mentorship isn't just about sharing knowledge. Here's why mentoring others could be your most valuable growth tool as an entrepreneur.


Too often, leaders go with the option that sounds most appealing right now. Here's why that's a mistake.




Solving pain points isn't just a path to business success; it's the foundation. Here's how to get started.

Gen Z workers dislike rigid hierarchies and need a strong sense of agency. Employers would do well to listen to them.

Building momentum without an existing user base is hard. But if your business is going to succeed, it has to be done.

Think you're ready to act on your next big idea? Read this first.



A digital fast may sound impossible — especially for entrepreneurs. But as painful as it may seem to miss out on an important memo or viral meme,...


The coming year promises to be one of change, which can be daunting and exciting. While it's important to stay on top of new technologies, the key...

The phrase “no risk, no reward” couldn’t be more spot-on for businesses and professionals trying to stand out in today’s crowded markets. Harvard...

As a father of three, I’ve seen firsthand that people are naturally empathetic—my kids, for example, can’t help but get upset when they see someone...

I didn’t set out to start a gratitude ritual with my colleagues at Jotform. A few years ago, as the holiday season approached, I was overwhelmed by...

If you’ve ever participated in a race, then you know: there’s a difference between trying to run fast and trying to beat someone. Humans are...

My company, Jotform, was not an overnight success. I didn't wake up one day to find myself the darling of TechCrunch or attract massive funding...

My first business was an accident. When I was in college in the late '90s, I built a membership website for a student organization. It was a lot...

I have a friend who is constantly getting himself into trouble. He broke his ankle jumping from a high wall. He got drunk and drove his car off the...
