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Holiday Spirit at the Office
How you can enjoy the holidays in the midst of your work life. ‘Tis the season! December is among us, peppermint lattes fill the air and the countdown begins to the closing of another year. How do you contain your excitement for winter and all that it has to offer? There are ways to bring…
Read MoreHow Do You Respect Time?
Why timeliness is important. Time is so often viewed from a negative perspective: we talk about running out of time, not having enough time, dreading the passing of time, and wishing we didn’t have to wait for time to go by. But really, it’s time that helps keep us on track. Without the ticking of…
Read MoreHaving an Iron-Clad NDA
The importance of having a non-disclosure agreement. As your business grows, you will continue developing and defining your “secret sauce” – the products, services, and processes that make you successful. Another benefit of a growing business is expanding your team. Whether hiring employees or collaborating with other businesses, you are likely to start working with…
Read MoreTrusting the Right Business Strategy
How to know who to trust We can’t do it alone. As business owners, we often need to rely on each other to accomplish our goals and see growth. The reason is simple: none of us are experts in everything. We need to know what we’re good at, and when it’s time to call in…
Read MorePut Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
A guide through the murky waters of the business banking world We can all agree that one of the most basic goals a business has is to bring in a profit. That profit is the income allowing you to keep your doors open, and hopefully continue growing and expanding. A practical question every business owner…
Read MoreDefining Your Target Market
Clearly defining your ideal client. So you own a business. You’ve come up with a brilliant idea you want to share with the world. That means you have a product or service you’re really good at making or providing, something you believe people will need or want. You have a foundational piece for building a…
Read MoreCome Back, Words!
Customer service tips for learning how to know what to say in every situation We’ve all had those moments – as the words are leaving your mouth, you know it’s the wrong thing to say but it’s too late to stop. Sometimes, we inadvertently offend someone and there’s not an easy way to recover the…
Read MoreA Business Owner’s Guide to Letting Go of Control
Being a leader spearheading a particular venture can be a very tough job. It’s up to you to be the visionary, communicate the vision, motivate the team, troubleshoot any problems, and make sure the whole operation runs smoothly. Every business owner and entrepreneur understands the weight of these burdens. In that leadership position, it’s…
Read MoreDo You Own a Job?
At some point in any career, we all reach a point of asking ourselves “why am I doing this?” Whether it’s the daily grind of 9-5, the blood, sweat, and tears of a startup, or the many hats of owning a business, there’s always a tradeoff and a reward. But, hopefully for all of us,…
Read MoreWhere Is Your Time Spent Most Effectively?
Knowing how to identify your skills and when to call the expert. As an entrepreneur and small business owner, you often get caught between extremes. One example is your time. Yes, you get to set your own schedule so ideally you can spend more time doing what you love, BUT there’s always so much work…
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