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What Happens When You Lose a Key Employee?

Action steps to take when losing an employee you need This topic hits close to home for many business owners. In fact, as I sit here…

Examining Paid Time Off — A Policy Framework for Business Owners

Proper PTO Paid time off, also known as PTO, isn’t easy for companies to navigate. It can enhance the likelihood of retaining top-tier talent, but it…

How to Protect Your Business When Disaster Strikes

Weather-related disasters are becoming more frequent and more expensive. Hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes and fires can cause huge economic losses, and businesses that are unprepared might struggle…
Operations FEB 28

5 Can’t-Miss Tradeshows for Small Business Owners

As a small business owner, it’s not always easy to get away. Sometimes you feel like you need to be immersed in the day-to-day for your…
FEB 25

Negotiate Everything!

“You don’t get what you want, you get what you negotiate.” — Harvey Mackey You may have read my recent article on leases and how important…

Credit Card Fees

Credit card fees seem minor but they add up quickly for small business owners. Navigating these costs has only gotten more complex, as POS providers partner…

Multi-Location Marketing: Breaking Free from Short-Term ROI to Drive Long-Term Growth

  For multi-location brands, the pressure to show immediate ROI often leads to a “race to the bottom.” Many marketers end up funneling budgets into hyper-local…
General FEB 19

New Data & Key Trends for Small Businesses to Stay Competitive

  ShipStation has released its 2025 E-commerce Delivery Benchmark Report. The report offers key insights to help small and mid-sized businesses navigate an increasingly competitive market.…
General FEB 18