Gianluca Ferruggia

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A successful business-focused self-help book starts with a clear message and a real understanding of your audience. The self-help genre is full of big promises, but when writing for business professionals, inspiration alone won’t cut it. These readers are often looking for practical insights they can apply quickly, with little patience for fluff or vague advice. That means authors need to bring clarity, credibility, and purpose to every page. To help aspiring writers approach the process with intention, Fast Company Executive Board members share what to consider before diving in. Follow their recommendations to craft a book that truly helps readers help themselves.

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To build brand loyalty and engagement on Substack, create unique content that your audience can't find anywhere else. In today's fickle social media climate, many business leaders and media influencers are turning to Substack as a more stable and direct way to connect with their audience. But standing out in someone’s crowded inbox requires more than just repackaging what you already post elsewhere. If you want to earn subscribers and keep them coming back, you'll need to offer something distinct, valuable, and personal—think unfiltered stories, actionable expertise, and exclusive insights. To help you start and grow your Substack base, 12 members of Fast Company Executive Board discuss how to create content that draws readers in and builds long-term engagement.

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The right financial advisor can help leaders of a growing business make smarter decisions and stay resilient in the face of change. As a business evolves, there often comes a point when leaders need expert guidance to manage complex finances, plan for growth, and protect what they’ve built. While a professional's qualifications are important, there are many other factors to weigh when choosing a professional in the finance world that you can trust. It's crucial to find someone whose approach, ethics, and understanding of your business truly align—and when you do, it can have a positive impact on your company's long-term success. To help you make this important decision, Fast Company Executive Board members share 13 key questions to think about before inviting a financial advisor into your inner circle.

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When it comes to building and protecting wealth, too many business leaders fall for myths and misconceptions that cost them in the long run. At its core, wealth management is about making thoughtful decisions to grow, protect, and pass on what you’ve built. For business leaders, that means managing not just personal finances but also how money moves through their companies, covering everything from tax strategy and risk management to succession planning. However, several common and persistent myths and missteps can stall or even hinder your financial well-being. To help you avoid these pitfalls, 14 Fast Company Executive Board members debunk the most common business wealth management myths and share what leaders should remember instead.

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From setting expectations to fostering collaboration, department leaders need solid strategies to negotiate freelance contracts that drive mutual success. Freelancers and contractors have become essential contributors to today’s flexible workforce. But managing those relationships requires a different playbook than hiring full-time staff. Department leaders must strike the right balance of collaboration, structure, and adaptability to build high-performing partnerships. To help, 13 Fast Company Executive Board members each share their best advice for negotiating freelance and contract-based work arrangements. Here's how they recommend handling your department's contractor agreements for mutual success.

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In today's digital landscape, a great podcast builds a following, sparks conversation, and earns repeat listeners. Launching a podcast is easy—building one people actually want to listen to is another story. With thousands of shows fighting for attention, success comes down to what you say, how you say it, and who you're saying it to. Strong production helps, but standout content starts with clarity, originality, and a clear connection to your audience. To help you create a series that lasts, 14 Fast Company Executive Board members share their best strategies for producing podcast content that engages, delivers value, and builds loyal listeners.

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To thrive through disruption, leaders must develop cultures grounded in trust, communication, and purpose. Uncertainty is inevitable in today’s business landscape, thanks to economic volatility, leadership changes, and global disruptions. But while instability can rattle even the strongest organizations, resilient cultures rise above the noise. The foundation for resilience is laid long before a crisis hits through clear values, transparent leadership, and strong interpersonal trust. To understand how today’s executives create adaptable, cohesive, and confident teams in unpredictable times, 20 Fast Company Executive Board members share their top strategies for cultivating resilience across their organizations.

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In 2025, staying relevant means optimizing every touchpoint, from AI-powered prospecting to personalized content delivery.

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Business leaders across industries are leveraging AI to boost efficiency, improve decision-making, and provide deeper value to their clients. AI is rapidly changing how businesses operate, and the companies seeing the most value are the ones using it strategically. From streamlining internal processes to improving decision-making, AI has the potential to boost efficiency and your bottom line. But realizing those benefits takes more than plugging in a new tool; it requires clear goals, quality data, and strong human judgment. If you're seeking inspiration on business use cases for AI, the members of the Fast Company Executive Board share specific ways this technology has improved their operations.

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With more agencies than ever before, those with the smartest lead generation strategies will likely be the ones that get hired.