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One Page Business Plan Template
The one-page business model demonstrates that you have determined your product or service, understood the need and market opportunity, researched the competition, and determined... Read more
New Year’s Resolutions for Sales People
The beginning of a new year brings people the opportunity for a fresh start as they reset their personal goals with a clean slate. Read more
Is Procrastination Hurting Your Business?
Procrastination is a problem for almost all of us, and many psychologists estimate that 20% of us have severe issues with procrastination. This is not a trait that business people... Read more
Telling Your Company’s Story
It’s a fact that most companies are so focused on what they do that they often forget to take the time to tell the story about what they are most proud of. If what you’re doing... Read more
Using Trials to Strengthen Your Business
There is no such thing as a problem-free life, especially for business leaders and their key managers and supervisors. Read more
Finding Out What Your Customers Think
op-line sales results are an essential indicator of the health of a business, but this data on its own can’t be used to predict future account losses and churn. Read more
Understanding the Importance of Relationship Building
Today’s pace of business can easily squeeze out the time getting to know the new people you meet. Don’t let that happen. Read more
Protecting Your Downside
Entrepreneurs and small business owners need at least some insurance. Read more
Funding Your Business
There are many sources of financing available to the well-prepared and tenacious entrepreneur. Read more
The Business of Aiken is Business
Aiken strives to offer quality services to residents and businesses throughout an extensive area around our city. Read more
Prepare and Protect Your Small Business
As an entrepreneur, you put your heart and soul into making your business a success. So, ensuring your business is protected against the unexpected makes sense. That's where business insurance comes in. This article will help you understand the different kinds of insurance you can purchase and how they can help you mitigate risks.
What Do Employees Want? How to Attract and Retain Workers for Your Small Business
Many business owners still struggle to find and keep employees, whether small businesses operate in-office (store or restaurant), virtually, or in a hybrid environment.
As the nation continues to operate at nearly full employment, keeping your staff happy and onboard is even more difficult. Several recent surveys of U.S. employees reveal some challenges small business owners face and how they cope with them.