Analysis of companies, markets, digital business models, startups, monetization strategies, and how technology shapes modern commerce and decision making.
![Study Shows To Reach Success Work Happier Not Harder [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/Study-Shows-Work-Happier-Infographic-optimized.jpg "Study Shows To Reach Success Work Happier Not Harder [Infographic]")
Study Shows To Reach Success Work Happier Not Harder [Infographic]
A lot of people have an opinion about the time and priorities I incorporate into my work. Some even flat out condemn the way that I approach things, which is of course fine with me. Everyone is not the same, and neither viewpoint is right or wrong. The only thing that separates people's opinions is ...
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Confidence vs. Arrogance In Successful Entrepreneurs [Chart]
If there is one characteristic that is annoying when it comes to entrepreneurs, it's arrogance. It's tricky though because if you aren't self confident, it's tough to be successful. You definitely want to come across as having confidence. For entrepreneurs, there is a fine line between confidence an ...
![How To Be Productive When You Have A Lot Of Distractions [Chart]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/how-to-be-productive-chart-optimized.jpg "How To Be Productive When You Have A Lot Of Distractions [Chart]")
How To Be Productive When You Have A Lot Of Distractions [Chart]
It's not easy to stay productive constantly all day at work. You could probably spend the entire day on social media and email, and that's not even counting the things you should actually be doing. For me, it's one step forward, two steps back. I might feel like I have a handle on my productivity fo ...
![8 Things Successful People Do And Why They Work [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/8-Traits-Successful-People-Infographic-optimized.jpg "8 Things Successful People Do And Why They Work [Infographic]")
8 Things Successful People Do And Why They Work [Infographic]
Success is different for every person, but when it comes to business, there are several layers of success you can accomplish. Successful people are sometimes idolized and copied, but it's by finding your own way that you will join the prestigious club of the most successful people. I get a lot of co ...
![How Innovative Ideas Affect A Company’s Overall Success [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/how-to-foster-innovation-infographic-optimized.jpg "How Innovative Ideas Affect A Company’s Overall Success [Infographic]")
How Innovative Ideas Affect A Company’s Overall Success [Infographic]
I think most people would agree that in the fast-paced technology industry, innovation is one of the key ingredients for success. When a company stops innovating, even if it's just for a short time, they can lose their footing and reputation. Innovative ideas aren't important just for technology com ...
![How To Determine If You Need A Website And How To Build It [Flowchart]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Build-A-Website-Or-Flowchart-optimized.jpg "How To Determine If You Need A Website And How To Build It [Flowchart]")
How To Determine If You Need A Website And How To Build It [Flowchart]
Determining whether or not you need a website isn't the easiest of tasks. There are a lot of questions you need to answer before you start putting together what could become tomorrow's most popular website. The first question you should ask yourself is whether or not you even need a website. How do ...
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Business Card Design: The Simple And Effective Approach [Infographic]
There are all kinds of creative ways to handle your business card design. These days, many times 'business cards' aren't even cards at all. There are all kinds of business card apps and gimmicks that claim to provide a better way to get to know someone rather than handing that person a small, paper ...
![Reckless Internet Habits That Make You Almost Unemployable [Checklist]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/bad-internet-online-habits-job-optimized.jpg "Reckless Internet Habits That Make You Almost Unemployable [Checklist]")
Reckless Internet Habits That Make You Almost Unemployable [Checklist]
Earlier this month, Jobvite released the results of their 2013 Social Recruiting Survey. When I read the report, it was really just a confirmation of what everyone already knows - social recruiting is more powerful than ever before. If you have recently been in talks with a company about a job, don' ...
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25 Customer Service Skills Every Company Should Require [Infographic]
When was the last time you talked to a customer service rep who was friendly and helpful? There are people in customer service who pride themselves on genuinely helping customers, but there are just as many who don't. Sometimes it feels like customer service barely exists anymore. Social media has a ...
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Self-Made Billionaires Pursue Multiple Business Opportunities [Chart]
As a serial entrepreneur, there is one question I have asked myself many times. Is it better to put our heart and soul into one idea that we believe in wholeheartedly, or is it better to spread ourselves amongst several business opportunities? I have asked several successful entrepreneurs their advi ...
![30 Digital Marketing Statistics Not To Overlook [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/30-Vital-Marketing-Statistics-Infographic-optimized.png "30 Digital Marketing Statistics Not To Overlook [Infographic]")
30 Digital Marketing Statistics Not To Overlook [Infographic]
It is not an easy task to stay ahead of marketing in a world where technology is pretty much everything. Understanding and mastering the different social networking services and creating successful marketing campaigns is getting harder by the minute it seems. There are a lot of marketing statistics ...
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Starting Up: Quick Guide To Starting A Small Business [Infographic]
Starting a small business can be both daunting and intimidating, especially if you don't have any previous experience. The fact is that bravery and dedication can take you a long way...even all the way to the top. No one knows at the start how things work, or how to do everything to ensure success. ...
5 Ways Creative Freelancers Can Ensure Client Data Is Protected
The people who read Bit Rebels on a regular basis are creative. This whole blog was built upon creativity. The ability to be creative and express ourselves through our writing is one of the things that keep us going each day. If you are an entrepreneur like we are, you probably handle sensitive clie ...
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Why Blogging Is The Best Marketing Tool You Will Find [Infographic]
As an avid blogger, I'm obviously biased about the power of blogging. Marketing managers often search for the best marketing tool available, and after reading this information below, I found that the magical tool you're looking for could be a well put together blog. If blogging is done with a purpos ...
![5 Customer Service Myths Worth Knowing About [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/5-customer-service-myths-infographic-optimized.jpg "5 Customer Service Myths Worth Knowing About [Infographic]")
5 Customer Service Myths Worth Knowing About [Infographic]
I have personally come across some really bad customer service in my life. I have also had really good experiences that are just beyond what you would expect. It's apparent that some brands suck at customer service, and their brand loyalty and image mirrors that. But as with all things, there are my ...