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National Small Business Week offers learning and networking opportunities
We’re right in the middle of National Small Business Week, which is themed “Dream Big, Start Small.” The week began in 1963 as a way to recognize and encourage the efforts of small business owners. It...
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Challenges can be constant for small business owners
Small business owners deal with all kinds of challenges. That’s the other side of entrepreneurship: You get to be your own boss, but a myriad of issues will now fall into your lap. That goes for...
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CEOs can benefit from analyzing and defining priorities
It’s not necessarily easy for CEOs to determine their work priorities. Truly defining the areas in which to focus can be complex and difficult, amid all the other complex and difficult matters they...
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Small business owners can use summer months to get ahead
The school year is ending, the temperature is rising and the theaters are full of blockbusters. Summer is upon us, and with it comes a potential change of pace for small businesses. This change isn’t...
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CEOs should be skilled in the art of execution
Great business ideas won’t turn into success stories without great execution. It takes planning, organization and communication, and a CEO with a smart strategic plan and the support of a good team....
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Small business lessons from notable graduation speeches
The end-of-spring graduation season always brings out a variety of advice from guest speakers at universities across the nation. Though their words are intended for those just entering the workforce,...
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Bad bosses can lead to future CEO wisdom
Most of us have experienced a bad boss once or twice in our careers. Getting away from those types of supervisors can be a major relief. But they can also be learning experiences, especially for those...
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Web-savvy entrepreneurs have a leg up when starting a small business
It wasn’t all that long ago that Web-based commerce was new and exciting — and maybe a little bit confusing. Being able to trust a business to take in a consumer’s order and debit/credit card...
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CEO tips on leading and managing a business
Business leaders that reach CEO status likely had no shortage of advice along the way. From first steps in business to the trip up the ladder of success, there’s usually an abundance of inspiration....
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Mistakes to avoid in small business branding
The branding of a small business can play a significant role in its success. It takes elements of marketing, public relations and advertising, and adds in strategy and customer engagement. But it’s...
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CEOs need a good night of sleep, too
We all need sleep, for a variety of health reasons. It’s also crucial to being a productive member of the workforce. And for CEOs, it’s an important part of being an effective leader. But we’re not all...
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How minority entrepreneurs can tackle business loan challenges
For minorities looking to become small business owners — or for established ones looking to expand — there can be obstacles involved in taking that next step. In 2015, Inc.com shared an Associated...
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Small businesses can learn from the Pokemon Go craze
The Pokemon Go craze has been one of the bigger business stories of the summer. Nintendo’s longtime trading card and cartoon has become a mobile game phenomenon, an “augmented reality” experience that...
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Try these techniques for CEO stress relief
Stress is an inevitable part of most professional careers. This certainly holds true for those who attain CEO status. Standing at the top of a business’ organization chart can translate to being a...
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The art of hiring is essential for CEOs
As the old saying goes, you’re only as good as the people around you. For CEOs, it’s vital to build a high-quality, hard-working support staff. From top managers and human resources on down, business...
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Explore prime locations for small businesses
Of all the elements in starting a new business, location is among the most crucial. But it’s more than just finding a good spot. A prospective startup owner may need to look at different cities in...
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Damage control: How CEOs can navigate a business crisis
It’s only natural that CEOs would rather not spend a great deal of time considering the worst possible business scenarios. But mistakes — even disasters — are likely to pop up, and business leaders...
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What the Olympics can teach us about small businesses
The thrill of victory and the agony of defeat make the Olympics a must-see in many ways. And as those athletes compete for their country, there are lessons that we can learn from them. Here’s a look at...
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Leadership stereotypes can miss the mark
Stereotypes are plentiful when it comes to leadership. Some might like to think of a brave trailblazer, unafraid of any dangers ahead. Or maybe a brilliant mind creating something astounding in a dingy...
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Women business owners can explore grant options for funding
Women have made enormous strides in business in recent years. A good example is the 2016 State of Women-Owned Businesses Report, commissioned by American Express OPEN. Here is a sample of its findings:...
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