Emily Kitazawa

Emily found her love of reading and writing at a young age, learning to enjoy these activities thanks to being taught them by her mom—Goodnight Moon will forever be a favorite. As a young adult, Emily graduated with her English degree, specializing in Creative Writing and TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language), from the University of Central Florida. She later earned her master’s degree in Higher Education from Pennsylvania State University. Emily loves reading fiction, especially modern Japanese, historical, crime, and philosophical fiction. Her personal writing is inspired by observations of people and nature.

What Is a Sales Funnel & How Does It Work in Marketing?

What is a sales funnel and how does it work? How can you use a sales funnel to engage customers? Business and marketing expert Donald Miller says to succeed in business, you must add value to the company, explaining his 11 steps to career success in his book Business Made Simple. In the book, he claims that a sales funnel is the most important part of a marketing strategy. Read on to learn what a sales funnel is and how it works in marketing, according to Miller.

Next Recession Predictions—Biden & Economists Weigh In

What are the predictions for the next recession? How bad will the recession be? How can you prepare? Concerns about recession in the U.S. economy are rising. The majority of economists predict that the economy will go into recession in the near future due to the combination of persistent inflation and rising interest rates. Read on to learn the likelihood of the next recession, based on predictions from President Biden, analysts, and economists.

The 3 Most Important Sales Skills of High-Value Reps

What are the most important sales skills to know? How can you use these skills to increase sales for your company? According to business and marketing expert Donald Miller, becoming a high-value employee is the key to leading a successful career in an organization. In Business Made Simple, he describes the most important sales skills you should know to make yourself indispensable to an employer. Read on to learn the three most important sales skills of high-value sales professionals, according to Miller.

The Future of Remote Work Is Risky If You’re Fully-Remote

What will the future of remote work look like in the United States? What threats do fully-remote workers face? As workplaces restabilize post-pandemic, organizations are getting so good at supporting remote workers that they may start replacing remote employees with outsourced contractors. Outsourcing jobs (locally or abroad) could help companies cut costs and hire a diverse team of top talent. Keep reading to learn how outsourcing may affect the future of remote work in the U.S.

Why Is It Important to Set Goals? A Navy SEAL’s View

Why is it important to set goals? How can goal-setting help you to get what you want in life? According to retired Navy SEAL Commander and best-selling author Mark Divine, setting goals is important because it helps you to identify and fulfill your purpose in life. In his book Unbeatable Mind, he describes how to set goals to achieve your purpose. Read on to learn why it’s important to set goals and how to do it, according to Divine.

The Top Problem in U.S. Public Health? Underfunding

What’s one of the top problems in public health in the United States? Why is public health spending so underfunded? Public health spending in the U.S. is extremely low compared to other developed countries, and it has been for decades. Primary areas of concern are data infrastructure and preventive measures, such as public education and health screenings. Keep reading to learn more about the underfunding problem in the U.S. public health system.

How to Write a Company Story & Market It to Customers

Why is a company story important? How do you create one? How can you use a story to attract customers? Donald Miller is an author and the owner of StoryBrand, a company that helps businesses craft more effective story-based marketing messaging. In his book Business Made Simple, Miller explains why and how to create a compelling company story that encourages employees and customers to take action. Keep reading to learn how to write and market a company story, according to Miller.

Mark Divine’s Box Breathing & Meditation Techniques

What is Mark Divine’s box breathing technique? How does he use other meditation techniques to improve health and lower stress? According to Mark Divine’s book Unbeatable Mind, to navigate his five levels of development, cultivate awareness, and apply that awareness to your own growth, you must train both your mind and body. To do this, Divine offers techniques for box breathing and meditation. Read on for a guide to Mark Divine’s box breathing and meditation, according to Unbeatable Mind.

The 10 Traits of an Effective Leader in Business

What are the top traits of an effective leader in business? How can developing these traits help you to succeed in your career? In his book Business Made Simple, Donald Miller says that businesses are much more likely to notice and promote people who quantifiably bring more money into the company. With this in mind, Miller’s book describes the ten traits of an effective business leader capable of adding value to an organization. Keep reading to find out the ten traits of an effective leader in business, according to Miller.

How to Be Mentally Tough—Navy SEAL Mark Divine’s Advice

Wondering how to be mentally tough? How did Navy SEAL Mark Divine train his mind for mental toughness? What are the benefits? In his book Unbeatable Mind, Mark Divine explains his five-step system for developing a warrior mindset that fosters mental toughness. According to him, you must train your mind and body to be resilient both mentally and emotionally. Read on to learn how to be mentally tough to better manage life stressors, according to Divine’s advice.