Entrepreneur 101s Checklist – How NOT to Become a Successful Entrepreneur

Webster’s online dictionary defines an entrepreneur as “one who organizes, manages, and assumes the risks of a business or enterprise.” This definition is vague. In my opinion, entrepreneurship looks different […]
3 Top Myths about Remote Workers – Busting Common Stereotypes

Do you work full-time from home or remotely? If so, then you get it. I am sure you have heard comments like “oh, you work remotely, so you get to […]
Meet Spencer Hutchins – Maestro and Founder at Concert Health

No matter what you think of the American Healthcare System, it remains a vital piece of the sustainable health and wellness puzzle in this country today. Only recently, has the […]
Entrepreneur 101s – How “The Beatles” Can Help You Network to your Niche

Opinions expressed by Downtown Works contributors are their own. I believe The Beatles had it right when they wrote: “With a Little Help From My Friends.” Besides being one of […]
Remote Employee Wellness – 5 Actionable Strategies to Improve your Mental Health

First, a sobering statistic. According to the CDC, only 57% of employees who report moderate depression and 40% of those who report severe depression receive treatment to control depression symptoms. […]
Hornblower Cruises and Events: Permission to Come Aboard – A Downtown Works Excursion

The Greek philosopher Heraclitus is famously quoted as saying “change is the only constant in life.” Well, if you are anything like me you understand that change is hard. It […]
5 Networking Tips For Young Companies

What you know is important, but so is who you know. Regardless of your particular industry, making connections helps to build a foundation for further success. Networking doesn’t just bring […]
The San Diego Tech Ecosystem

The tech ecosystem of San Diego is a booming one. With flexible premium co-working space for budding tech entrepreneurs to take advantage of, and plenty of talent to go around, […]
How To Build Your Brand

According to a recent Nielson survey, more than half of all consumers prefer to buy new products from brands they already know and trust. They like the familiarity of the […]
5 Ways Instagram Boosts Your Business

Marketing is one of the best ways to bring more people to your product or service, but it’s all a matter of knowing where to go and using the right […]