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Tips and Resources to Scale Your Small Business

Success

“Every business has different startup costs, but they all have one thing in common: having a financial cushion,” says Bob Marshall, the business growth and strategy executive for the Small Business Development Group at Wells Fargo Bank. It was too much of a strain on my business and we lost money because of it,” he says.

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Is a Written Safety Program Required?

Insperity

For large businesses, a written program is essential because authority, responsibility, and accountability must be clearly assigned to avoid confusion and uncertainty. For small businesses with less complex operations and few potential hazards, it may be possible to effectively communicate policies and procedures orally and by example.

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3 Steps to Building the Future Leaders of Your Company

Insperity

There are some legal compliance issues associated with pre-employment screenings and assessments, so employers should consult a legal counselor before implementing them. Some states, including Louisiana , Massachusetts and California , offer assistance programs for small business employee training.

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How to Cultivate A Learning Environment In The Workplace

Vantage Circle

Professional development opportunities, such as tuition reimbursement and mentoring, can reduce turnover and boost employee engagement, suggests a Better Buys survey. Participants can teach courses, mentor their peers, create lesson plans, and more. Start an Internal Mentoring Program.

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What 3 CEOs Learned After Spending a Day in Their Employees’ Shoes

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Rim runs a consulting service for families who have kids hoping to get an acceptance letter to a top school, and though he has always been “deeply involved” with his lead mentors, he recently became a full-time mentor for the day. His goal? “To

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SUCCESS’ 2024 Women of Influence

Success

Female entrepreneurs , CEOs and community leaders who mentor and support young women provide invaluable guidance, helping them overcome challenges and achieve their ambitions. In addition to her role at Brightworks Consulting, Gannon is co-founder and president of The Foundation for Female Equity and Inclusion, a 501(c)(3) organization.

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Experts Weigh in on 17 Investments for a Rich Life

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That goes a long way in establishing an excellent long-term business relationship.” — Sarah Elaine Eaton, professor at the University of Calgary, and principal consultant at Eaton International Consulting. Spend money to protect your name,” says Lisa Merriam, brand consultant and author of Merriam’s Guide to Naming.

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