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Ellen Vessels, Staff Writer
Ellen Vessels, a Staff Writer at The American Genius, is respected for their wide range of work, with a focus on generational marketing and business trends. Ellen is also a performance artist when not writing, and has a passion for sustainability, social justice, and the arts.
Business News
Is achievement dependent on your focus? Studies say no!
For so long we have been told that being in focus would help us accomplish tasks, but is that actually true?
Business Articles
8 popular phrases that easily reveal that you’re a millennial
(EDITORIAL) These 8 phrases are a part of culture right now and will probably be here for a hot minute - so the question is: are you a millennial?
Business Entrepreneur
Tips to professionally approach your business partner with feedback
(ENTREPRENEUR) You and your business partner(s) are in a close relationship, and just like a marriage, negative emotions may play a role in the relationship.
Business News
Hiring managers keep you on your toes – make them take the 1st step
(MARKETING) If you want to stand out from other job applicants, weird outfits, stunts, and baked goods will only get you so far – or it could backfire.
Business Entrepreneur
Simple growth hacks shared from well-known successful startups
(ENTREPRENEUR) Growth hacks – they’re not the end all be all of tech startup success, but they’ve certainly give a major boost to those that are thriving.
Business Finance
How to get away from billing hourly as a freelancer
(FINANCE) Many choose to freelance in order to escape the daily grind of working for an hourly wage. Why, then, should a freelancer charge by the hour?
Business News
Why age should be included in diversity & inclusion practices too
(NEWS) The tech industry has been under scrutiny for years regarding blatant practices of age discrimination- it should be included in D & I efforts
Business Finance
Is the convenience of payment apps worth the risk of fraud?
(FINANCE) Peer-to-peer payment apps like CashApp and Venmo are quick and convenient – for users and scammers alike. What are Square and PayPal doing to help?