Ruby

OCTOBER 5, 2023

If you’re planning to launch a small business or scale an existing one, either way, you need cash. Here’s a rundown of the top lending avenues to check out: Bank Loans/Lines of Credit – Bank loans and lines of credit are a tried-and-true method of getting money for your business. Why do you have to spend money to make it?

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Ruby

APRIL 30, 2024

Small businesses can make major strides without spending a fortune—or changing a single aspect of the products and services they market. Network at industry events. Industry events can be major networking opportunities. Make a list of professional organizations related to the business you’re in. Check it out 15.

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Workplace Insight

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Networks are replacing production processes. Tom Cheesewright recently wrote : “organisations are increasingly structured as networks of smaller components” and that the “most extreme example of a networked organisation is one composed entirely of freelancers. Firms will be permeable and fluid.

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Ruby

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

In an ever-changing and ultra-competitive landscape, small businesses that want to attract the best talent can’t afford to neglect culture in pursuit of growth. To make people want to work with and for them, the savviest small business owners are intentional about culture. What does “culture” mean for your small business?

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Workplace Insight

MAY 9, 2023

Surveying 500 SME Owners and decision makers – the data shows energy prices (38 percent), rising interest rates (17 percent) and a lack of funding or government support for small businesses (27 percent) are all major concerns today.

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Ruby

DECEMBER 6, 2022

That’s 1 in 8 people—which means your small business probably already serves a handful of Spanish-speaking customers or clients. Small businesses are built on relationships. More time than most small business owners have on their hands, in fact. Census , over 41 million Americans speak Spanish at home.

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Ruby

MARCH 8, 2022

In this article, we’ll look at the impact that positive word of mouth can have on your business, as well as tips to help you generate more leads through customer referrals. Why customer referrals are big wins for small businesses Social proof, peer insights, unsolicited advice—call it what you want: people trust the opinions of others.

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Ruby

DECEMBER 21, 2022

“Your network is your net worth.” Just as we all could use a reminder to live, laugh, and love from time to time, we also shouldn’t overlook the importance of networking for small businesses. That’s an issue for growing businesses, especially when you consider how intimidating most networking events can be.

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Ruby

MAY 13, 2020

These days, it is more important than ever to invest time, effort, and resources into building an online presence for your small business. An online presence, if executed properly, can be the difference between small business success and failure. In April 2020, almost 4.57 …but make sure it is a good one.

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Ruby

AUGUST 31, 2020

Katie Hurst: Hello, everyone, and welcome back to our small business series Business Unusual. I’m a small business, I’ve determined that outsourcing is a good option for me. Katie Hurst: Any final advice for small business owners out there thinking about outsourcing? Katie Hurst: Okay.

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Ruby

OCTOBER 8, 2020

The task of small businesses right now is not simple. Katie Hurst: Well, and something that’s unique to you that isn’t to other small business owners that we’re talking to, is this idea of telling a story during this time. There’s not the same energy as there is in real-life networking event.

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Go Burrows

AUGUST 11, 2024

Fanni Gambero went from office admin to co-founder and president, and is passionate about helping small business assistants take their career to the next level. She also shares her favorite interview questions and tips, and talks about the importance of networking. She immigrated to the US in 2014.

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Office Snapshots

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Antilooppi, a leading Finnish real estate investor, has unveiled its latest addition to a network of flexible office spaces. The design concept draws from the industrial charm of Teurastamo, a neighborhood in Helsinki that closely resembles New York City’s Meatpacking District.

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BMT Office Administration

JULY 14, 2023

Mail scams may be making a comeback, but the quickest, easiest, and most efficient way for a scammer or phisher to steal employees’ identities is to hack into your computer network. But ESS portals are risky, too, because they create more points of entry into your computer network for phishers to create havoc.

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The Receptionist

JULY 5, 2022

And if you think that your small business is safe from malicious actors, think again. According to this study , 43% of cyber attacks were aimed at small businesses. Perhaps the scariest part of the aforementioned study is that the vast majority of small businesses are unprepared for any cyber attack — both small or large.

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Insperity

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

For example, check-cashing services charge as much as three percent per paycheck, according to a 2013 Network Branded Prepaid Card Association report. Additionally, printed checks are likely costing your employees in some form.

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McKensey

MAY 10, 2024

Accelerating productivity growth has always been the sure way to deliver long-term prosperity, and small businesses play a crucial role in driving it. But they struggle with productivity in comparison with large companies.

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Thrive Workplace

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

In today’s dynamic work environment, Thrive has emerged as a game-changer for small businesses and freelancers seeking flexibility and cost-efficiency. This model allows small businesses to avoid hefty upfront investments and focus their resources on growth and innovation.

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Justworks

JUNE 22, 2017

Business networking can feel tiring. Even if you’re a social butterfly, occasionally it’s nice to skip networking events and relax at home instead. The good news is, you can still expand your professional networking connections even if you begin online. Read more

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Success

JUNE 11, 2024

The network that builds celebrity When Coltrane Curtis and Lisa Chu launched the agency in 2004, they were already well-connected to a variety of tastemakers. He realized that tapping into that network could be the agency’s differentiator. We use the same network that builds celebrities to build brands.”

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C-Suite Assistants

AUGUST 12, 2024

An executive assistant for business owners helps with: Time Management With the help of an EA, the business owner can direct their attention to higher-level activities like networking and decision-making that can lead to long-term business success. Coordinating Projects Project management is vital and time-consuming.

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Go Burrows

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Brianne is passionate about helping small business owners exceed their dreams. ––– THE LEADER ASSISTANT PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY NOVA CHIEF OF STAFF Calling all Executive Assistants: Are you looking for a way to elevate your skills or earn that promotion you’ve been eyeing?

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Success

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Making it from one level to the next might require a multifaceted approach that includes education, training, networking and volunteering within your company, in addition to playing to the strengths in your personality, Ogle says. Network strategically. “You’ll need to learn lots of different skills, and it will be a long haul.

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Justworks

JUNE 27, 2017

As Founder and CEO of The Boreland Group Inc, Jennefer Witter has headed a successful public relations business for 14 years. Jennefer is author of The Little Book of Big PR: 100 + Quick Tips to Get Your Small Business Noticed.

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Ruby

MARCH 16, 2022

Growing a business? Few people can do it alone—and fortunately, thanks to America’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network , they don’t have to. SBDC Day is a national movement to help share the small business success stories and notable impact SBDCs have fostered in communities nationwide.

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Jen Lawrence

APRIL 11, 2022

One big no-no I see most often is small businesses collecting and saving credit card information. Don’t use open or public wifi networks. Public wifi networks are rife with hacker activity, even at your neighborhood coffee shop. Keep it restricted to the bare minimum. Yes, even if they have a paywall or password.

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Launch Work Places

MAY 16, 2024

Lounges that are designed to help you authentically network with other industry professionals, potential mentors, or mutually beneficial relationships for your business. Suppose you’re a small business owner or a solopreneur planning to hire staff. Discounts to local restaurants or cafes.

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Success

JULY 2, 2024

Cybercrime is a concern for large corporations, hospitals and governments, but it also affects small businesses. Other cybersecurity pitfalls After humans, your network’s vulnerabilities lie in the applications we use. Bad actors can access confidential data or infiltrate systems in several ways.

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Ruby

MARCH 28, 2022

In today’s small business landscape, women-owned businesses are leading the way. Women are starting as many businesses as anyone, and women of color are starting businesses at a faster pace than any other demographic. Their first national conference will be held in Louisville, Kentucky, on May 13, 2022.

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Success

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

The impact of a cyberattack is so costly that nearly 60% of small businesses go out of business within six months of an attack. Farah Hawa , an application security engineer and bug bounty hunter, points out that “free Wi-Fi could be set up in a public place by malicious players, or they may be on the same public network as you.

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All Work

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

The space opened in mid-2022 and has about 50 members. The Clearing is a private daytime work lounge with a dedicated hospitality team, food and beverage from on-site restaurants, and premium meeting rooms. a, The Gardens’ onsite restaurant managed by DMK Hospitality.

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Food Networking Retail Small Business 88

The Receptionist

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Administration of a coworking space, be it a small business or multi-branch operator, is effortless: andcards covers your core needs like invoicing, plans, bookings, as well as keeps your community engaged and connected with feed, chats, and events. It’s also integrated with a marketplace to help you fill your desks and rooms.

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Workplace Insight

MAY 16, 2024

This translates to ultra-fast wireless speeds of up to 3.6Gbps and increased network capacity, ensuring a seamless connection for up to 32 devices simultaneously. It features a user-friendly web interface and a mobile app that lets you easily manage your network, monitor data usage, and set parental controls – all from the palm of your hand.

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Ruby

JANUARY 18, 2023

The reality of owning a small business in today’s market Customer expectations may be evolving faster than the modern marketplace. As a small business owner in today’s climate, the better way to earn customer loyalty is by aligning your company’s social and environmental activities with its business purpose.

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Ruby

DECEMBER 14, 2022

The analysis draws from existing news coverage, small business resources, and insights from experts. Finding customers At the most basic level, businesses only succeed if they have customers. They’re too busy contributing to their organizations,” he writes. The best candidates aren’t combing through job boards.

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The Receptionist

MARCH 3, 2022

For instance, at small businesses that cannot afford a front desk staffer or at a start-up that has not yet staffed a front office person. The data and network are not secure The truth: Without getting all crazy technical on you, we want to make sure you have peace of mind that your data is safe and protected. Does it happen?

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Insperity

AUGUST 9, 2018

You may want to position your company as a thought leader in your network. If any of this sounds familiar – then, yes, it’s time to look at creating a strategic business partnership that can deliver consistent, predictable and incremental growth for both organizations. Five benefits of strategic partnerships.

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