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6 myth-busting facts about entrepreneurship and poverty

Work Life

For example, in some high-poverty sub-Saharan African countries, as many as two out of three adults operate or are in the process of starting their own business. Such small businesses are arguably the backbone of many developing economies, where over 50% of the population can be in poverty. These often attract criticism.

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The anatomy of a live chat conversation

Ruby

Once the chat ends, Ruby sends the update to the business owner for follow-up action. Scenario #2: The worried legal client A legal client is worried about a financial matter in their pending case. Let me gather your contact details and I’ll share the information with your legal team right away! CUSTOMER : What’s up?

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What is a business continuity plan?

Ruby

A business continuity plan is how a restaurant chain like Waffle House is able to stay open in the midst of hurricane season , or how a company like Amazon realigns its logistics to manage supply and demand in a pandemic. But business continuity plans aren’t just for national and multinational brands.

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10 Top Talent Management Software of 2024

Vantage Circle

Talent management software isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s essential for businesses aiming to compete in today’s talent-driven world. Without the right tools, managing talent can quickly become a logistical nightmare. As businesses scale, manual processes simply cannot keep up. Very user friendly."

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my boss threatened to sue me when I quit, Netflix on work laptops, and more

Ask a Manager

It’s a small business where the owner is very involved in the day to day business, so I see him regularly. Also, do I have to finish out my two weeks notice with someone who’s threatening legal action against me for quitting? It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. My boss threatened to sue me when I resigned.

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Ask a Manager speed round

Ask a Manager

I own a small business that is booming and expanding soon and I’ll be able to hire an HR person before the end of the year. And having this rule is legal under the laws here and so is letting people go for breaking it. Is my no bullying social media policy dumb? It is completely forbidden.