Thanksgiving Shopping Weekend Shatters Records
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A record-breaking 202.9 million consumers shopped during the five-day holiday weekend from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday (TDCM), according to a just-released survey…
The Unsure Entrepreneur
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Listen in as one of North America’s savviest small business experts and I talk about the newest trends and the reality of…
4 Reasons Why Your Small Business Should Consider a Podcast
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The following is a lightly edited excerpt from Chapter 1 of Ray and Steve’s new book, Podcasting for Small Business. To podcast,…
Beyond the 1st Quarter: Strategies for Lasting Compliance Impact
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Your first 90 days as a Chief Compliance Officer are behind you. The initial assessments are complete, systems are operational, and you’ve…
Something to Rely On: Why Strong Credit Scores Are a Small Business Owner’s Most Valuable Asset
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There are tons of uncertainties in business. Embrace what is tried and true and increase your odds of success. When I started…
The “Tax” of Manual Workflows: Outdated Documentation Costs SMBs Time, Money, and Growth
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Every small business owner knows the feeling: your to-do list is endless, your team is stretched thin, and yet the paperwork keeps…
4 Surprising Risk Mitigation Strategies for Improved Change Management
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Despite an organization’s best intentions, most change efforts fail. You probably already know this. Depending on the study, most researchers find that…
The Power of Mediation: Resolving Business Conflicts With Practical Solutions
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Conflict is an inevitable part of doing business. Whether you’re a startup founder navigating a disagreement with a partner, a small business…
It’s “Go-Time” for Holiday Sales
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As you read this, millions of Americans are getting ready to spend money—hopefully in your stores and restaurants and on your websites….
Stuck in a Holding Pattern? Turbocharge Your Exit Valuation with Smart EBITDA Plays
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In today’s challenging economic landscape, many private equity firms and business owners find themselves effectively in a holding pattern. Elevated interest rates,…
