Starting a new business can be exhausting, exhilarating, and very rewarding. That said, many entrepreneurs will start a business and fail because of many common mistakes that can be avoided with critical thinking and self-reflection. CEOs of extremely successful companies have been kicked out by their board, or they cut corners and were hit with lawsuits. It is important to…
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Every year, we make new goals in hopes that we will follow through all the way until December. Some goals we manage to integrate into our lives, while others we give our best shot but they don’t seem to pan out. Most goals that we make are for our personal lives, but what about committing to improving our work life…
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Trying to find gifts for people in your life can be stressful, especially if you aren’t very close with them in the first place. This holiday season, sometimes the best thing that you can get someone is an item that will help in their everyday routine and can help them be more productive. Whether you are shopping for your coworkers,…
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The last couple months of the year can be filled with family, food, fun, and stress. Lots and lots of stress. Trying to get everything done in time for the new year can be completely overwhelming, especially when you throw work into the mix. No one wants to work through the holidays, so it is important to prioritize your time…
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How to Stay Motivated at Work Let’s face it, some days are better than others. Maybe after your third cup of coffee, you still can’t find the energy to focus on the task at hand. You can’t be the office superhero every day, and sometimes it is easier to daydream about the beach than read financial spreadsheets. But, the work…
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Running a small business can be difficult at the best of times. Long hours, little pay and difficult decisions can make it seem impossible. But most business owners love what they do, both good and bad. There are many directions that you can take your business, and it is important to always do what you feel is best for your…
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Why You Should Become Your Own Boss Everyone dreams of striking out on their own, but fears and doubts tend to hold them back. Maybe you feel that your idea is not good enough, or that you might fail at running a business. The truth is, you might. But you also might succeed and go in a direction that you…
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Leader and boss are not synonymous with each other. When in a management position, you want to inspire employees to be willing to follow you, not force them to do your bidding. Leadership positions come with a unique set of challenges that will allow managers to grow and change with time. While people put in positions are usually the best…
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Millennials are becoming a large force in the business industry. They hold different values than past generations, and these values are starting to reflect in the franchising world. Businesses are struggling to adapt to how quickly Millennials changed the traditional business model, but it is crucial that franchises learn to advertise to the younger generation in order to stay in…
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Approximately one out of every 12 businesses in the U.S. is a Franchise and this number is expected to grow. With so many new Franchises, it is important to set yours up for success. A key way to accomplish that is by ensuring your Franchisees are happy and continue to be productive. Across the board, three main concepts have proven…
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