The future of the business world revolves around new technology, including cloud computing, social media and mobile devices. However, despite the importance and prominence of these trends, too few organizations are ready for the changes that lie ahead.This is...
For a small business owner, much of the company’s success hinges upon the negotiating table. This is where deals are made and alliances are built, but without a sound strategy and some skills, there could be plenty of missed opportunities. With that in mind,...
Without small businesses, the U.S. economy would not be where it is today. These ventures are crucial to the overall financial success of the country, and without them, communities would have a much harder time becoming sustainable.With that in mind, a new report...
The life of an entrepreneur can be challenging, intimidating and nerve-wracking. Many people who try their hand at their own business struggle, and many more don't even get the courage to start at all. This is unfortunate, because current entrepreneurs are...
A small business won't be able to succeed without quality employees filling out the ranks. Unfortunately, this is often easier said than done, because finding great workers can be challenging in today's tough job environment.But, it should still be a goal...
An owner of a small business typically has a lot of tools and tricks at his or her disposal to learn about customers and the industry – marketing, research, historical information – but one thing that is often overlooked is listening.In fact, the best...
