Leadership
What Are The Benefits of Social Collaboration?
People often confuse siloed ways of working with being self-reliant. But this notion cannot be farther from the truth. One could be even more fiercely independent through collaboration, ideation, brainstorming, and sharing of more meaningful…
How to Bring the Personal Touch to Company Communications
One presentation habit that new firms tend to appreciate is that of being “human” in speech, tone and the written word, that is being more friendly and relatable than corporate-sounding,” so to speak. The idea…
How to Lead a Business that Truly Helps Others & Wins
When I founded ChoiceLocal after my wife Becky and I lost our son, Ben, I knew I was going to build a business that would change franchising and help countless people in the process; thus…
Every Business Can Make the World a Better Place: Sim Shain’s Mission
All businesses, no matter the industry or size, can still grow and help make the world a better place. Leading with purpose and heart can take your business to new heights. When you put your…
What Happens to a Family Business in Divorce?
When you are part of a family business there are always risks involved. Equally, if you are married there is a risk of divorce further down the line too. Put these two together and questions…
Jackie Meyer Wants You to Fall Back in Love with Your Job: How She Inspires Her Tax Team
The accounting industry can sound like a snooze-fest, but Jackie Meyer leads with love, striving to put more compassion in leadership roles in the field. This couldn’t be any sooner with the great resignation hitting…
Why it’s Important to Train Staff on Physical Building Security (Not Just Cyber Security)
In the age of fighting cyber attacks, it’s all too possible for businesses to get bogged down in the process of protecting digital resources, at the expense of neglecting the security of their physical assets….
Key Lessons Learned From 2 Years Managing Remote Software Development Teams
When most people think of small businesses, they think of local shopping and dining destinations or the occasional small professional services firm. But not many people think of software developers. Despite that, the reality is…
The Benefits of Lean Operating Principles for Small Businesses (And How to Realize Them)
If you are a small business owner or entrepreneur that has been around for a while, chances are you have heard about the concept of lean business operations. It’s an idea that’s been popular in…
Payroll for Small Businesses: A Comprehensive Guide
Starting your own business can be an exciting experience that brings a sense of personal achievement. However, if you’re a new small business owner, you should know that running a profitable venture also takes a…