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News, how-tos and information related to managing and leading a small business, including working with employees and operational concerns.
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How to Have a Productive Meeting and Not Waste Time
Almost 50% of executives say employees would be more productive if meetings were banned at least one day a week.
Advice
How Self-Control Fatigue May Be Keeping You From Reaching Your Small Business Goal
The more you use self-control, the less you have it.
Advice
5 Small Business Truths You Can Learn From Movies on Netflix
Lights! Camera! Small business lessons from movies.
AdviceHow-To
How a Small Business Should Respond to a Mistake
Tips on how to handle a mistake so it doesn’t become an even bigger one.
ExplainerResearch
Why It’s Easier to Make Decisions For Others Than for Ourselves
There is something fun and liberating about making someone else’s choice.
Advice
The Success of Your Business Depends on the Answer: Why Does Your Company Exist?
Why your answer shouldn’t be “to make money”?
Small Business InspirationTip
Small Business Tip: Try Saying ‘Thank You’ Instead of ‘I’m Sorry’
Cartoonist and illustrator Yao Xiao thinks people are overly apologetic when they should be thankful instead.
Advice
Winning Plan: Focus on Your Small Business Ground Game
Your small business ground game may not be the most exciting or appreciated thing you do, but it’s where the game is won or lost.