Success

MARCH 8, 2023

The women surveyed in Guidant’s “ 2023 Small Business Trends ” report were primarily motivated to become entrepreneurs due to being “ready to be their own boss” (28%) and “[dissatisfied] with corporate America” (23%), with only 13% seeking to pursue their passions. of women-owned businesses.

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Success

MAY 16, 2022

If things get heated, sit down with an objective third party, whether a business mediator, therapist, business coach, your company’s certified public accountant or the counsel on retainer. If you have a business succession plan or other business contract, defer to those agreements. Be reasonable.

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Ask a Manager

JUNE 3, 2015

A reader writes: I am interviewing for a management position where I would be overseeing the retail operations of an historic site, a fairly significant source of income for them. There are also hiring managers who will consider this a sign of great initiative, and will care about that more than the actual substance of the plan.

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Work Life

DECEMBER 25, 2023

To mitigate this risk, I suggest that employers focus on offering comprehensive telehealth plans that encompass a wide range of specialists and educational resources. The expansion also increases the number of qualified individuals who can benefit from HSA plans.

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Ruby

JULY 15, 2020

And I’m really excited today to host the panel on Moving forward; discussing what comes next and how businesses are planning ahead. We’re a sweepstakes and promotions agency for retailers. Leslie Allison: And I’m his wife, Leslie, and we’ve been doing this business for 14 years now. Leslie Allison: Few retailers.

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Ruby

JULY 21, 2023

Does your business stay busy year-round…or do you have distinct busy and slow seasons? Seasonal business types include tax preparation, landscaping, holiday retailers, certain vacation resorts, and many others. If you’re in a business with predictable slow periods, congratulations! That’s up to you!

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Ruby

JULY 18, 2023

Finding funding Small business loans are an option but require putting up collateral. Making a business plan You’ll need to establish a business plan outlining forecasted revenue, expenses, profits, cash reserves, and any other financial elements. A line of credit might be a better bet. Yes, because it is!

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Minding the Workplace

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

The second perspective recognizes the challenges facing small business owners in highly competitive retail environments, many of whom have sunk heart, soul, and personal savings into keeping their businesses afloat during the pandemic. This was not a corporate decision, it was a very personal one.

Retail 36

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Ask a Manager

AUGUST 14, 2020

I ‘ve been working retail for years, despite the fact that I hate it and am not very good at it. Goodbye, retail! First a big thank you – your calm way of looking at things and practical scripts have been invaluable in navigating my way through some tricky situations in our small business. .

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Ruby

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Anyway, in this article, you’ll learn… what an answering service is different ways answering service providers price their services and plans why cheaper doesn’t always mean better how the right answering service pays for itself …and more. Most providers offer various plans, and prices vary based on the number of minutes provided.

Automotive 52

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Ruby

AUGUST 3, 2020

Alice + Olivia Why it works: We’re moving past emails here and into the realm of more foundational business practices. Like many retailers, NYC-based boutique Alice + Olivia lost significant opportunities to connect with customers following the COVID-19 outbreak. Maybe you’re thinking about how you can better serve your customers, too.

Customer Service 52

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Vantage Circle

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

Most small or medium business owners have one common complaint. Your industry is supersaturated, and you are finding it hard to implement a good marketing plan. It makes sense for not only small businesses but also medium-sized businesses to cash in niche markets. Anyway, it makes sense right?

Advertising 40

Advertising Retail Salary Catering 40

Ruby

MAY 11, 2022

How do we turn that energy into the kinetic kind—where the customer leaves and then transforms the energy of their interaction into more new business, and we the stakeholders feel energized? As a general manager for a small retail business, I spent a lot of hours one-on-one with customers. That’s a super small number!

Sales 52

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Ask a Manager

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

She is a college student who works for a couple who owns a small business. Her responsibilities have morphed from retail sales to running many of the daily operations of the business. If so, what types of questions can she ask to figure out if this couple is planning on leaving her the business?

Sales 42

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Ruby

JULY 23, 2020

And I’m so excited to introduce our panelists today as part of our small business series: Business Unusual. Katie Hurst: Today, we’re going to be talking about moving forward, discussing what comes next and how businesses are planning ahead. We’re a sweepstakes and promotions agency for retailers.

Advertising 52

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Success

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

Taking on a risqué ad campaign is no more dicey than starting a business in the first place, Verdi points out. You have an advantage in that you are close to decision-making and can work from the gut ,” he says to small-business owners. Large corporations often lose that edginess that connects with consumers.”

Advertising 52

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Work Life

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Even as a small business owner, he’s helped some team members move into managerial positions or move from the retail side to quality assurance positions with overseas travel. ” Artist and entrepreneur Keba Konte, who opened his Oakland, California-based Red Bay Coffee in 2014, believes career paths are critical.

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Ruby

DECEMBER 6, 2021

It’s not just the retail industry that endures extraordinary pressure and stress around this time of year. When those emergencies occur right before travel or in the middle of holiday plans, extreme emotions are a natural human response. The crowding and pushing make me wince. What you can do: Remain calm.

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Ruby

DECEMBER 6, 2021

It’s not just the retail industry that endures extraordinary pressure and stress around this time of year. When those emergencies occur right before travel or in the middle of holiday plans, extreme emotions are a natural human response. The crowding and pushing make me wince. What you can do: Remain calm.

Customer Service 52

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Ruby

JANUARY 24, 2022

They want your business to demonstrate awareness of your social and environmental impact, as well as your commitment to making the world a better place. You can show what your brand stands for in different ways, depending on the nature of your business. The essence of building a brand is consistency in messaging.

Customer Service 52

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Ask a Manager

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

This small business was owned by a married couple who were also landlords, so they were pretty wealthy and had a huge house. “We are a retail chain. Finally he took the car to a mechanic who popped the trunk and discovered a large, pale green, wet mass. The car was never the same.” The statue. The air fresheners.

Retail 45

Retail Sales Food Catering 45

Ruby

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Many people regularly use live chat do things like modify orders, book doctor’s appointments, notify their banks of travel plans, and so forth. It all adds up to increased customer satisfaction, increased revenue, and a maximum business opportunity—at a minimum overhead cost. On the customer side, live chat is simple.

Customer Service 52

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Ruby

MARCH 23, 2022

That said, affiliate marketing isn’t just for retailers—it can also be a great strategy for many service-oriented businesses, such as IT firms, marketing agencies, or (in our case) customer communication solution providers. Ruby's Affiliate Program Are you passionate about seeing small businesses thrive? Need an example?

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Ruby

MARCH 25, 2021

Implement your plan to integrate your priority touchpoints. Again, remember that these retailers didn’t become omnichannel legends overnight. The same holds true for your business. Then, track and monitor how well you’re doing. As buyer behaviors changed, Best Buy evolved its omnichannel strategy to meet customer needs.

Customer Service 52

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Ask a Manager

DECEMBER 19, 2018

I also plan on talking to my boss and boss’s boss in case they are contacted as well. I’m working my first retail job at a small business, where I am also a new employee. He was friendly about it and wanted to ensure if I had a problem, I brought it to his (or my boss’s) attention so it could be fixed.

Food 30

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Ask a Manager

MARCH 13, 2018

I am planning on asking my HR department for help. She was taken aback and tried to be as understanding as she could — apologetic for my work load, trying to come up with a plan to relieve my capacity, etc. I held the job for seven years, from when I was hired during high school until it went out of business two years ago.

Mailing 20

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Ask a Manager

JUNE 27, 2017

I am the owner of a small business specializing in bridal hair and makeup services. I’ve had some complications from pregnancy that intervened with most of my plans for the last few months, but I’d still love to take advantage of your generous offer if you’re still open to it. It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go….

Interviewing 21

Interviewing Consulting Networking Retail 21

Ask a Manager

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Several years ago I was working in a retail job that involved services for customers (a jewelry counter that also offered watch battery replacement and band changes/resizing). I’m about to start a new job in September, and have three days in November I was hoping to take off for a pre-planned trip. Discussing salary.

Interviewing 38

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Vantage Circle

MAY 6, 2024

With WorkTango, companies can easily measure engagement, listen to employee feedback throughout the entire lifecycle, and empower leaders with actionable insights and recommended action plans. It supports continuous feedback and action planning. Customer Reviews “The price was too expensive for our small business.”

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Vantage Circle

MAY 6, 2024

With WorkTango, companies can easily measure engagement, listen to employee feedback throughout the entire lifecycle, and empower leaders with actionable insights and recommended action plans. It supports continuous feedback and action planning. Customer Reviews “The price was too expensive for our small business.”

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Success

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

As a strategic advisor, Egwuonwu consults on complex strategic problems and transformational initiatives for a diverse array of clients, including Fortune 50 companies, governments, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, small business owners, growth and early-stage startups and personal and leadership development clients.

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Success

MAY 18, 2022

Small businesses can leverage a partnership to compete with a big competitor. Blue Moon Fair Trade partners with three other fair-trade retailers to combine trans-Pacific shipments, saving all of them up to 40% in shipping and paperwork expenses. Results: As of 2018, there were 11 retailers within Minnehaha Mile proper.

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Success

MARCH 19, 2025

Nearly two-thirds of family-owned businesses dont have a succession plan, according to data from employee ownership platform Teamshares. Statistics like these represent a crack in the foundation of business ownership: ownersand critical employeesarent ready to have someone take over their roles. What Is Succession Planning?

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Work Life

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Many indicators, such as small business retail sales appearing up 2.1% Elon Musk’s proposed $2 trillion government spending cut plan, which he admits would cause ‘some temporary hardship ,’ could significantly impact the labor market.

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Launch Work Places

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

If youre an entrepreneur, freelancer, or small business owner, these networking opportunities can be a game-changer for your growth. Many also offer perks like free coffee and tea, wellness areas, event spaces, and business support services. Can teams or small businesses work together in a shared office?

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Success

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

April Callis-Birchmeier CEO of Springboard Consulting Callis-Birchmeier is CEO of Springboard Consulting, a leader in preparing project and HR professionals to lead change effectively by incorporating change management activities into project plans. When shes not planning events, she splits her time between Washington, D.C.

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Work Life

JANUARY 16, 2024

Sophia Danner-Okotie has ambitious plans for her Nigerian-inspired clothing line, but a sense of dread has punctured her optimism as she watches a legal battle being waged against a small venture capital firm that has provided funding instrumental to her boutique brand’s growth.

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