Leadership

How the Global Economy Will Affect Small Businesses in 2015

In whichever direction the global economy goes, small businesses have a steady chance to make the most revenue gains this year. The main reason behind this is that online marketing, reputation management and clever branding is all one needs to survive competition in the market today.

3 Business Myths People Should Stop Believing

Best Practices | Fran Tarkenton

For years we’ve been told by “experts” that there are certain all-encompassing principles that will get you through the bad times and make your business a success.

4 Ways to Increase Daily Productivity

Best Practices | YEC

Here are four simple strategies, used by the world’s most successful people, that will increase your productivity and save you an hour — or more — each day:

The 5 Tactical Skills of a Great Executive

Best Practices | Dave Berkus

Think of those leaders from your past or present whom you respect most. Compare their leadership style with these five skills.

How Would You Rate Your Company’s Business Intelligence?

Strategic Planning | SmallBizClub

Businesses are generating more data than ever before. While some of them are struggling to manage their data properly, others have found ways to turn their data into a valuable asset.

The Future of Internal Communications

Communication | SmallBizClub

Putting a clear internal communication strategy in place is critical to small business as it drives smarter employee engagement.

Find Greater Success: 7 Small Business Resolutions for 2015

Strategic Planning | Megan Totka

Small businesses everywhere are working hard to find increased success and diligently striving to create a great plan for 2015. To go along with your powerful business plans for the New Year, it’s important to set some goals.

5 Tools That Make You a Better Manager

People Skills | ScheduleBase

When it comes to managing staff, you want every tool in your toolbox you can get. To that end, there are plenty of apps, software programs, dashboards, and technology tidbits that can cut down on your admin time and help you be the best manager possible.

7 Ways to Improve Your Small Business in 2015

Strategic Planning | 1800Accountant

A new year is on the horizon, and that means new opportunities and the chance at a fresh start. For all of the motivated small business owners out there, 2015 is a perfect time to evaluate your enterprise from head to toe and make improvements as necessary.