In some respects, the pandemic feels like it is finally in the rearview. And yet, the fallout from the pandemic continues, including...
Entries Tagged Business Strategy
Editorial
5 Tips for a Positive Culture
Much in the world often seems out of our control.
We experience rapid change, political and economic uncertainty, employee shifts and the war...
Editorial
Growing Pains
Last month I talked in my column about starting a company and the risks associated with that. This month I’d like to...
Editorial
Following a Safety Chain of Command
It takes more than a safety coordinator to produce accident-free work environments. But pairing someone in charge of safety with a team...
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Taking Advantage of the Power of Press Releases
Running a local business is not easy. Whether you’re a one-person show or have a team helping with operations, getting things and...
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Be Transparent With Employees About Their Compensation
When I graduated from college, I took a job as an entry-level employee at a printing production facility. I worked hard, climbed the shop...
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How to Adjust Pricing to Accommodate Inflation
There’s little question that inflation has been the year’s dominant economic story, impacting consumers and business owners alike.
Stemming from the shockwaves of...
Online Exclusives
Quality Photos Boost Your Online Presence
Did you know that up until March 2017, there were no pictures on Google Search? Fast forward to today and there is...
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Stemming the Great Resignation
Record-breaking numbers of employees continue to quit their jobs. As this so-called Great Resignation ripples through the workplace, it underscores the need...
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Include Customers in Training Processes
When you run a business, you devote some time to training and educating your employees. But what’s often overlooked is the need...
Editorial
Contractor Built Her Hydroexcavation Company With the Right Kind of People
Starting a company in the midst of a global pandemic takes guts and someone that knows something about running a business. Kristy...
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5 SEO Techniques to Keep Your Company Website Search Ranking High
It is important to put yourself in the best position to bring in new customers. And when people look for service businesses...
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How Helping a Reporter Out Can Help Your Business
As a business owner, you know your stuff. You have to. But are you using that expertise and knowledge to get eyes...
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Extend Spring Cleaning Chores to Your Website
Almost every business could use some website spring cleaning. Even a well-managed website eventually needs to be revamped with an updated interface,...










