Vantage Circle

OCTOBER 17, 2022

When it comes to small businesses, these roadblocks seem even more vast. In this article, I'll take you through some easy but effective strategies to help small business owners enhance their employee engagement levels. 9 Employee Engagement Strategies That Small Business Owners Can Use.

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Small Business Prioritization Influencing Mentoring 98

Go Burrows

OCTOBER 6, 2024

In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Zoe shares tips on managing a team of assistants, working with small businesses as a hybrid assistant, and the differences between the executive assistant and chief of staff roles. Zoe Hill has 16 years of experience as an executive assistant and is the founder of Premier Admin Services.

Small Business 80

Small Business Networking Coaching Security 80

Insperity

APRIL 29, 2021

And, because of their lower numbers of employees, small and medium-size businesses tend to struggle in the negotiation of competitive rates. As a result, the National Conference on State Legislatures reports that small businesses pay an average of 8% to 18% more than larger organizations for the same health-insurance policy.

Insurance 321

Insurance Customer Service Controlling Planning 321

WellSteps

DECEMBER 17, 2024

This wellness case study highlights how WellSteps collaborates with the Commission to design a program that reinforces its community leadership, promotes employee health, and achieves an impressive 90% engagement rate. The structure of the WellSteps program created opportunities to reattach to our coworkers in meaningful ways.

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Prioritization Small Business Catering Customer Service 90

BMT Office Administration

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Researchers found that those working from home two days per week were just as productive and likely to get promoted while being less prone to quitting than their fully in-office counterparts. In the era of RTO mandates, remote work may become an even more significant competitive advantage for small businesses that continue to offer it.

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Office Policies Logistics Teamwork Flexibility 130

Insperity

JANUARY 27, 2022

Whether you’re a small business or a larger company, you want to do what you can to attract and retain top talent. The biggest mistake employers make is not promoting and reinforcing the use of fringe benefits. Use your EAP to help promote various benefits to staff. For example, you can offer fringe benefits.

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Banking Insurance Government Promotion 255

BMT Office Administration

JUNE 26, 2023

Are you eager to launch a startup or new business? Or were you recently promoted to a financial role in your organization? Either way, you’ll need to master the basics of business finance if you want to find success. Nothing exists in a bubble, and business finance is no different. Why is that? Your total equity.

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Finance Banking Real Estate Small Business 264

Insperity

AUGUST 9, 2018

A strategic business partnership is not a business relationship that looks to exchange or extract value for your business from the other organization. A small business, for example, might partner with an industry-specific organization or association in order to reach a specific target market.

Healthcare 221

Healthcare Sales Pharmaceutical Problem-Solving 221

WellSteps

JUNE 16, 2023

In today’s competitive business landscape, small businesses face unique challenges when it comes to providing health and wellness benefits to their employees. Limited budgets and resources often pose obstacles, making it essential for small businesses to navigate these challenges strategically.

Small Business 52

Small Business Healthcare Promotion Prioritization 52

Insperity

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Negative consequences might include having to work late to fix a problem, being denied a promotion, or failure to earn a productivity bonus. Train, retrain and promote. Not everyone must be hard-charging and fighting for promotion to be productive and a real asset to the company. Manage growth.

Customer Service 265

Customer Service Training Maintenance Communication 265

Ruby

JUNE 2, 2023

Small business owners know stress. According to research commissioned by Capital One, almost half of the 1,200 small business owners surveyed said they experienced burnout in the past month, with 77 percent citing the future impact of inflation as their biggest concern. family, relationships, and staying healthy).

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Small Business Reporting Sales Prioritization 52

Ruby

MAY 19, 2020

Despite this, many small businesses are still not using social media to its full potential. They are either rushing through it, using it purely to promote themselves, or avoiding it like the plague, believing it to be too difficult and just another chore. The additional 20% should be promoting your own content and sales.

Small Business 52

Small Business Sales Software Promotion 52

Ruby

JULY 14, 2023

Somewhere, there’s a giant box stuffed with crusty old business ideas that don’t work anymore. As 21st-century business owners, you’re supposed to “think outside” that box because not every small business fits neatly into a traditional mold. For businesses, it can pay huge dividends, too! Even the U.S.

Small Business 52

Small Business Creativity Consulting Problem-Solving 52

Ruby

JULY 19, 2023

For small businesses, these rapid advancements can come at a cost: You may know AI could potentially provide a competitive edge, but how can you apply it—ideally without compromising the customer experience? As a small business, you probably can’t afford to let AI take those kinds of liberties with loyal customers.

Small Business 52

Small Business Software Creativity Customer Service 52

Work Life

JANUARY 22, 2024

According to a recent study conducted by hybrid work software provider Scoop, nearly three quarters of organizations that employ fewer than 500 employees offer full flexibility over where to work, compared to just a third of medium-size businesses and 17% of those with more than 25,000 staff.

Promotion 111

Promotion Salary Flexibility Flexibility 111

Ruby

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

It happens during the third of five stages of small business development—the success stage! Growth is the goal for most small businesses. In contrast, advertising is the exercise of promoting a company and its products or services through paid channels.” In other words, to focus on growth or not.

Small Business 52

Small Business Advertising Customer Service Training 52

Workplace Insight

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The legislation represents what the government claims is a significant overhaul of workers’ rights, offering more protections and benefits and helping to promote practices like flexible working. This guaranteed stability can help retain female employees, reduce turnover and promote diversity in the workforce.

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Government Consulting Flexibility Flexibility 74

Launch Work Places

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

As a small business owner, it’s essential that you implement the right hiring strategies when it’s time to expand your team. From finding the best candidate to making an offer, here are nine effective hiring strategies for small businesses. But great talent can be tough to find. Newspaper classifieds. Networking events.

Small Business 52

Small Business Advertising Salary Networking 52

Ruby

JUNE 10, 2024

Pulling from our experience, here’s a quick rundown of 20 of the best scheduling tools and apps for small businesses. Table of contents Acuity Acuity Scheduling is a popular appointment scheduling option owned by Squarespace and designed for small businesses of 1–36 people. You can check it out and get a free trial here.

Small Business 52

Small Business Healthcare Sales Software 52

Ruby

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Small business owners may not have the same resources as larger companies, but if you want to get people talking, you can’t afford to skimp on brand. If you promote inclusivity, does it show in your hiring practices? Most commonly, this means teaming up with other businesses in your community. Here’s what we recommend.

Small Business 52

Small Business Problem-Solving Construction Government 52

Ruby

MAY 22, 2023

Uncertainty can be really scary for a small business owner. But there are steps you can take to make your business more financially stable and help it survive the more challenging times. In the last few years, when the economy was booming, there was a huge increase in new small businesses.

Small Business 52

Small Business Purchasing Banking Sales 52

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?

Small Business 52

Small Business Problem-Solving Training Communication 52

Ruby

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Although it may sound like a ton of paperwork (which, to be clear, it is), this time of year also presents tons of savings opportunities for small businesses like yours. With January in the bag, most small business owners have sent out tax forms to their employees and independent contractors. Launched a new website?

Small Business 52

Small Business Home Office Insurance Finance 52

Insperity

APRIL 14, 2016

One of the biggest mistakes small business owners make is putting one person in charge of the finances. Promoting an honest work environment. To cultivate a work atmosphere that promotes honest, ethical behavior it’s important for all employees to have a clear understanding of your company’s code of conduct.

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Supplies Banking Legal Small Business 189

Ruby

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Has anyone ever mentioned how important you and your fellow small businesses are to your community? Small businesses not only lend local flavor to the towns and cities they operate in, but they’re also the economic backbone of countless neighborhoods! Provide free consultations to fellow small businesses.

Small Business 52

Small Business Sales Food Promotion 52

Ruby

JANUARY 16, 2023

million strong, small businesses account for 99.9% of all American businesses. To help support these small but mighty drivers of the American economy—which collectively employ more than 45% of the nation’s labor force—the Small Business Administration offers a variety of business loans to help them grow and succeed.

Small Business 52

Small Business Real Estate Finance Banking 52

Ruby

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

“Start your own small business!” Your business wasn’t there, and then — hey presto — it was! We just want to acknowledge that the idea of starting your own small business is an inner journey as much as it’s a list of things to do. You’re starting to get some business traction! All because of you. Great news!

Small Business 52

Small Business Catering Communication Equipment 52

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.

Small Business 52

Small Business Retail Purchasing Sales 52

Insperity

MAY 10, 2018

Recruiting big-time talent to small businesses is often a struggle. As a small business, it’s critical to leverage the talent you already have in the building, and an employee referral program is one of the best ways to do so. Then, your brand ambassador refers them to you. Use startup showcases like The Muse.

Creativity 216

Creativity Small Business Networking Advertising 216

Insperity

AUGUST 1, 2024

Benefits of employee mentoring Small businesses can benefit greatly from mentoring because it’s relatively inexpensive compared to formal training and development programs. However, you don’t want your mentoring program to be perceived as a guaranteed path to a promotion, as it’s not a realistic outcome for every employee.

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Mentoring Onboarding Leadership Software 215

Insperity

JUNE 7, 2018

Working with family and friends is a common practice for many small and medium-sized businesses, especially when a company is just starting out. Small Business Administration’s Office of Advocacy, almost 20 percent of U.S. businesses are family-owned. According to the U.S.

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Leadership Promotion Sales Small Business 195

Success

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Whether you’re interested in personal development , optimizing a small business workforce—or even stamping out office drama—more people are turning to personal assessments every year. You may even be one of them. Tony Alessandra and technical whiz Brandon Parker, Assessments 24×7 is now a global leader in the assessments field.

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Influencing Customer Service Technology Communication 97

Vantage Circle

MAY 29, 2024

Introduction In the competitive world of small business, finding the right talent quickly and efficiently is crucial. This blog provides a comparative overview of the top 10 ATS software for small businesses, helping you make an informed decision. What is an Applicant Tracking System?

Small Business 52

Small Business Software Onboarding Payroll 52

Insperity

FEBRUARY 11, 2015

Make sure all of your leaders are aligned with the business’s values. It’s up to you to build trust and promote communication. If you’re a growing business, it probably isn’t. When small businesses grow from five employees to 30, it becomes a different ballgame. Manage growth spurts.

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Communication Teamwork Onboarding Cleaning 233

Success

APRIL 6, 2024

Inspiration behind How to Not Kill Your Business When Andresen first launched her consulting firm, she targeted mom-and-pop shops, feeling they most needed business continuity planning. “I Instead of allowing this to kill her business, Andresen pivoted, writing her book with small business owners top of mind. “I

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Planning Small Business Security Consulting 128

Wellness 360

AUGUST 8, 2023

This writing briefs about the challenges faced by small businesses in implementing wellness programs and providing well-being perks to their employees. Additionally, it may be difficult for staff members to take breaks or participate in health activities while working because of the obligations of running a small business.

Small Business 40

Small Business Healthcare Prioritization Flexibility 40

Ruby

JUNE 10, 2024

Pulling from our experience, here’s a quick rundown of 20 of the best scheduling tools and apps for small businesses. Table of contents Acuity Acuity Scheduling is a popular appointment scheduling option owned by Squarespace and designed for small businesses of 1–36 people. You can check it out and get a free trial here.

Small Business 40

Small Business Healthcare Sales Software 40