Ashley Fidel

Ashley Fidel loves turning a crazy idea into a business opportunity. She currently works at an e-commerce startup in NY and is an advisor for a real estate startup in DC. She has a deep love of Google Docs and looks forward to the day when she’s “old enough” to own a dog. You can follow her at @bonafidel.

Side Project
April 16, 2013

Been dying to start a book club? Take a cooking class? The ideas come easy, but it’s a little harder to figure out how to start—and stick with—a side project. If you’re ready to take the plunge, follow these five steps to turn your ideas into action.

Startup Info Interview

5 Ways to Ace Your Start-up Informational Interview

February 19, 2013

Start-up companies break all the rules—including the traditional standards of an informational interview. If you want to land a gig at a start-up, try these insider strategies to make the most out of your next info session.

Nilofer

Which Companies Will Survive in the Social Era? A Q&A With Nilofer Merchant

October 17, 2012

In her new book, Nilofer Merchant argues that adopting social strategies is the key to survival in today’s business landscape—but many companies are struggling to keep up. We sat down and learned more about what it will take for companies to evolve in the Social Era.

Why a Winding Career Path is Totally OK

Why a Winding Career Path is Totally OK

September 7, 2012

The perfect resume shows a logical path of perfectly timed growth within your specific industry, right? Not necessarily. Here’s why it’s OK to experiment in the early years of your career—even if you’re building a resume that doesn’t follow a linear path.

  • 7 Great Ways to Boost Your Team's Morale
    7 Great Ways to Boost Your Team’s Morale
    , June 19, 2012

    Low team morale is one of the toughest issues you’ll face as a manager, but it’s also one of the most important to deal with well. So if you’re hearing more sighs and seeing more rolled eyes than usual lately, try some of these tried-and-true tactics for giving your team a boost.

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    9 Ways to Seriously Slash Your Expenses
    , May 17, 2012

    Taking a pay cut (or foregoing a paycheck altogether) to pursue your passions? Though you might be thrilled career-wise, things won’t be so easy cash-wise. Read on for 9 ways to cut your budget, big time.