Leaders often have friends in the workplace. To avoid problems, recognize that you are a leader first and a friend second.

People come up with perceptions by comparing their memory of your behaviors and characteristics against their existing picture of what qualities are appropriate or ideal. The process can have a big impact on the decisions we make about others and the decisions they make about us.

Culture is incredibly important. For major career choices, many top candidates may take a lower-paying position for one at a company whose culture fits his or her lifestyle and values.

Hiring a "free" intern can seem to be an easy fix to a resource constraint at your new business. However, interns need to be hired, trained and mentored properly for both your company and the intern to benefit.

Sidnee Peck, director of the Center for Entrepreneurship, takes the stance that employers should hire employees who bring a new viewpoint and set of experiences to the table. Peck explains how employers should go about it.

In the simplest sense, managers and employees are in a relationship. Here are five pet peeves from good employees.

The concept of bringing in a new employee to a small business can be a daunting one. Sindee Peck, director of the Center for Entrepreneurship, provides key guidance when making the difficult decision.

You have an idea that you think you could sell or license. What next? Sidnee Peck, director of the Center for Entrepreneurship, provides readers with guidance.

Aspiring entrepreneurs often put the naming process (and buying T-shirts, business cards and websites) way too early in the game. While your business name can be really important, don't let it take over your time and attention.

Starting a business venture is never an easy process, says Sidnee Peck, director for the Center for Entrepreneurship. Peck elaborates on the key components needed to get funding for your business venture.