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Company + Employee Paired Interests

Seeking Paired Interests Everyone wants to be good at their job. Really, they do, but employees easily become complacent when they get used to their hourly…
General MAR 3

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

Employee Reviews Done Right

How to have successful one-on-one conversations with your employees. A pat on the back. A harsh word. A smile. A frown. A compliment. A critique. We…

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

When a Business Partnership Sours

Many small businesses are owned in partnership. Whether it’s a multi-generational family operation, friends pursuing their passion together, or a purely business relationship, having multiple owners…
FEB 24

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