Many people subscribe to the school of thought that leaders should always be talkative and outgoing. The more energetic, the better, right? Not always. Many leaders demonstrate extroverted qualities. In…
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The National Football League is the exact opposite of a small business. The enormous money-making machine does allow us opportunities to examine tips and mistakes that relate to small businesses,…
Everyone’s heard the saying “the customer is always right,” but this simply isn’t true. Yes, you should respect your customers and be attentive to their needs. Great customer service is…
There’s debate about whether going into business with friends and family is the most advisable idea. Nevertheless, some people do it, and for some it works out well. Here are…
So, you’ve set some big goals for 2015. And now you’re moving forward. Have you determined how you’ll achieve them? First, make sure you set the right goals. Giving yourself…
The holidays are behind us, and it’s time to get back into the swing of things. The transition to a regular workweek can be a difficult one, so here’s a…
Ever worked for someone who could’ve been the inspiration for the movie “Horrible Bosses?” If you’re shaking your head, you’re one of the lucky few. The rest of us are…
Silicon Valley. It’s the place to be for a tech startup. Or is it? The area’s cool factor may lose some of its appeal when you add up the exorbitant…
Tis the season for giving – and for big sales. “Holiday shoppers can make or break your annual sales target,” Erica Nicole, founder and publisher of YFS Magazine, writes in…
Profit margins are vital in terms of knowing what your business actually has financially, especially with a small business. Where you stand as a company helps you realize potential growth…