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Hire People Who Argue, And Be Wary of Yes Men
It may seem strange to actively seek people who will question you but success can often depend on having employees with “question everything” approaches. Here’s how to hire people who won’t be afraid to argue when necessary, and avoid the kind of associates who fail to push your business forward.
4 Business Ideas Anyone Can Try
A lot of folks have the entrepreneurial spirit. Yet many never see it through because they don't know where to start. Here is a list of low-barrier to entry business ideas that can prove fruitful with the right plan.
3 Ways Small Businesses Can Achieve Loyalty from Millennials
Here are some ways that small businesses can retain Millennial talent while catering to both company-wide and Gen Y interests.
5 Tips for Getting Your Start in Real Estate
Here are five tips for aspiring real estate professionals to get their foot in the door, both metaphorically and literally.
You Don’t Have to Be First to Win
Just as animals don’t really go head to head on athletic ventures, Aesop's fable doesn’t totally encapsulate the nature of competition and winning. There are many adjacent lessons about healthy competition that are very much worth knowing, especially from a business perspective.
What Can Small Businesses Learn From Big Brands?
Small businesses have a lot to learn from their corporate rivals, including the areas of systems, branding, and the use of analytics and data. The big difference is scale.
How to Identify Business Opportunity in Underserved Markets
Smart entrepreneurs identify problems faced by underserved markets, come up with a solution, and build a business or product providing it.
5 Ways Small Business Owners Can Find a Great Mentor
At some point, you’re going to need guidance from an experienced professional if you want to avoid failure. Here are five tips for keeping and building relationships with mentors.
What Small Businesses Should Know as Smart Cities Develop
It takes time to adapt to and harness new technologies, and small businesses need to start planning for the future. As people navigate smart cities and their intriguing developments, what do small business entrepreneurs need to know to help grow their businesses?