Nov 10, 2014 | Running Your Business
Some people think about starting a business venture – others successfully pull it off. Small business owners need leadership skills in order to foster the growth of their ideas and push employees to work their hardest. In order to be a great leader, you need...
Nov 7, 2014 | Running Your Business
There are a number of ways to ensure that customers keep coming back – essential for small businesses seeking long-term growth. Big companies have the funds to invest in elaborate marketing schemes, but their ability to relate to the consumer on an individual...
Nov 5, 2014 | Running Your Business
Minimum wage is a divisive issue among small business owners, and yesterday a number of state referendums approved raising it. In all five states in which citizens voted on the issue, the referendums to raise the minimum wage were approved, according to The New...
Oct 31, 2014 | Running Your Business
One great way for growing small businesses to find effective managers is to promote from within. Companies often develop a forceful hiring plan during periods of significant growth. However, this employment spree can strain resources during an already...
Oct 31, 2014 | Running Your Business
Boosting productivity is a common desire, but it is easier said than done. Often increasing one's productivity is a complicated process that involves a number of adjustments. It often isn't easy to make the necessary changes quickly. There are a number...