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A boss can be a mentor and a good example — or just the opposite. Leaders hold a position of power in a business; their words mean more, their actions speak louder and team members take their direction from what leaders say, both verbally and nonverbally. If a leader is modeling a bad habit for the people who work for them, that bad habit is very likely to spread, causing serious damage to culture, morale and the company. As models to their employees, leaders should be aware of how their words and actions translate to those who work for them. Below, 15 members of Business Journals Leadership Trust share negative habits bosses may be unconsciously teaching their employees and explain why they’re so damaging.

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To survive in an unstable and competitive market, entrepreneurs have to be on top of everything — including their daily habits. While an occasional mistake or bad choice might not make or break you, when it becomes a common occurrence, it can wreak havoc on your business. Below, members of Business Journals Leadership Trust share some unconstructive practices every entrepreneur should eliminate from their daily routine. If any of these habits look familiar, it's time to start breaking them.

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Having a great product is important for growing a successful business. However, it doesn’t mean much if you’re not reaching the right market. You have to identify your ideal client base and figure out how to reach them if you hope to sell your products. To help, we asked members of Business Journals Leadership Trust how to build the perfect client base for your business's product or service. Follow their recommendations as you seek to identify your target market.