Even though the last bits of summer seem to be flying by, take some time to celebrate that it’s Friday! What better way to do so than by reading some of our favorite articles from around the web this week – check ‘em out!  

Simplifying the Bull: How Picasso Helps to Teach Apple’s Style – While you may not be school's biggest fan, would you reconsider taking a class if it was at Apple? New employees at the tech giant often take a few Apple courses, where they learn about the history of the company, as well as information relevant to their positions. Do you think this is an effective component of Apple's onboarding process?

10 Simple Ways to Become a Better Writer – It seems as if we are endlessly bombarded by tips about how to become a better writer. Here are ten simple and concise tips to consider! Do you agree?

9 Ways That Doing Good Will Help Your Company Do Well – Collaborating with charities and nonprofits is not a one-sided relationship - it will also benefit your company and you. How? Find out here!

Is Blogging Still Important? – With all of the social media channels that exist today, it is easy for people to assume that blogging is outdated. However, it is still very much relevant to business development and strategies!

7 Ways to Make a Killer First Impression – When you first meet someone, how quickly do you begin forming your impression of the other person and vice versa? Probably immediately. While these initial perceptions can and do change, here are some tips about how to make a killer first impression.

The 'Inboarding' Revolution: Do Employees Get More To Leave Their Job? – Many are familiar with the term, “onboarding,” but what about “inboarding”? That’s right, companies are creating internal opportunities for their people. How are they doing so? What do you think about this tactic?