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Six Things Happening in Small Businesses
- Monday, 03 October 2022
- Operations
- Written by Scott Koegler
When you think of small businesses, you probably imagine a local barber or café. However, the term “small business” has a much broader scope than you might think. Small businesses can take on many forms and operate in almost any industry. In fact, over 27 million small businesses are operating in the U.S. today – with new ones being formed every day.
Read more...Small Businesses Should Watch These Trends
- Monday, 26 September 2022
- Operations
- Written by Scott Koegler
The past three years, from 2019 to 2021, have been the most difficult for many businesses. They underwent extraordinary hardships that forced many of them to close, mostly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In the United States, the challenges were exacerbated by other aspects such as labour shortages, a divisive election and other disasters that the country has faced since 2018. As 2023 approaches, new small business trends are expected. Therefore from now on, businesses require businesses need to prepare for new challenges. Moving forward, small businesses should watch these trends to remain competitive in a tough market.
Read more...Look to Start your Small Business with One of These 8 Ideas
- Monday, 19 September 2022
- Operations
- Written by Scott Koegler
A good business idea is hard to come by, but with proper brainstorming, planning and preparation, you can easily develop a small business idea that will not only supplement your income but also become your full-time job and make you a boss of your own. Although you may already have an idea you would like to pursue, you can also benefit from some direction or ideas that can change your course. Here are some small business ideas you might want to consider as you begin your entrepreneurial journey.
Read more...It is Not Too Early to Plan for the End of the Year
- Monday, 29 August 2022
- Operations
- Written by Scott Koegler
Although the end year is still some months away, next year’s calendar is slowly beginning to fill up. While it may seem early, there are a lot of activities that are coming, and they may be distractive if you do not prepare adequately in advance. If not planned early enough, it can cause damaging conflicts on your calendar. As we usher the final quarter of the year, many businesses are looking for ways to improve their businesses and make them better. As a business, the end of a year and the beginning of a new one presents another opportunity for growth. As the year ends, various things can be done to help your business grow. Here are some tips to help you finish the year strong and start another one even better.
Read more...Plan to Avoid These Small Business Mistakes
- Monday, 11 July 2022
- Operations
- Written by Scott Koegler
Starting and running a small business is not as easy as some people would want to make it appear. Running a small business comes with many responsibilities, some of which can be too challenging for the owners. Despite the availability of great ideas, poor execution can cost a good business. That is why knowing what to do and what to expect is a good thing for any serious small business owner. Here are some mistakes that business owners should avoid.
Read more...Take Advantage of What Your Small Business Has
- Thursday, 16 June 2022
- Operations
- Written by Scott Koegler
As a small business owner, your goal is to ensure that your venture will one day become bigger to the level of being known globally. However, before reaching such a level, you have to do a lot of work and lay down various strategies that will propel your business to greater heights in the market. As small as your business might look at the moment, there are various benefits that small companies have that the larger ones do not. Here are some of these benefits.
Read more...Does Your Small Business Have an Ethics Policy?
- Monday, 13 June 2022
- Operations
- Written by Scott Koegler
A code of ethics entails a set of standards adopted to allow the conduct of a specific group of people to be governed. It is a rulebook that stipulates what should and should not be done. In a business environment, ethics and morals help govern how staff conduct themselves. Individual businesses have their codes of ethics, which ensure integrity within an organization. As a business leader, you may want to surround yourself with like-minded people who have the same capacity, morals, and values. Otherwise, the business will not operate as you would wish.
Read more...Maybe It's Time to Pivot Your Small Business
- Monday, 30 May 2022
- Operations
- Written by Scott Koegler
Small businesses face various challenges. This makes it difficult for most businesses to succeed. However, this does not mean that the failures are permanent. Rather, if programs are well executed, the priorities can be changed, and success can be realized. However, this is easier said than done. Many business owners refuse to make changes because they are unsure of the right time to act. Pivoting can breathe new life into a failing business. However, it may force business owners to start from scratch and abandon their previous investments.
Read more...Do These 6 Things If You Are Moving Your Business
- Monday, 23 May 2022
- Operations
- Written by Scott Koegler
Moving your business to a new location can be hectic. No matter the size and type of business, relocating offices has various complications and headaches that most entrepreneurs fear. However, with the right mindset and proper preparation, you can streamline your processes to ensure they are as smooth as possible, and the move is beneficial to your operations. Here are some things you need to do if you are moving your business to a new location.
Read more...What is succession business planning?
- Monday, 09 May 2022
- Operations
- Written by Tami Kamin Meyer
According to Atlanta lawyer Scott Zucker, a business succession plan can help retain family harmony when it’s time for company leadership to transition. A business succession plan is an organized, thoughtful arrangement that choreographs a smooth transition in company leadership. They are especially important for family-owned enterprises so when the time comes for a change at the top, everyone involved or impacted by the transition knows what to expect. Hopefully, that will save emotions, arguments and other obstacles to family harmony.
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