The people and groups every small business owner should know
Michelle van Schouwen writes about the people and groups that can help a small business owner succeed.
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How small businesses can support reproductive rights in a post-Roe world
Michelle van Schouwen offers ideas on how small business owners can support the reproductive rights of employees.
Don’t be that boss
Michelle van Schouwen points out behaviors that a small business boss should avoid if he/she hopes to keep good employees.
To do better, face up to what you’re avoiding
Michelle van Schouwen advises small business owners to not avoid looking at the tough issues in their businesses.
Price negotiation during inflationary times
Michelle van Schouwen offers advice on how to negotiate prices with customers and vendors during an inflationary period.
Employees working from home? A guide to dealing with the problem ones
Michelle van Schouwen offers advice on how to deal with the difficulties that can arise when your small business employees are working from home.
New “flatter” organizations – good for small businesses?
Michelle van Schouwen looks at the trend toward building flatter organizational structures and the benefits this has for small businesses.
Inflation and your small business in 2022
Michelle van Schouwen offers advice on how small business owners can cope with inflation this year.
Goodbye, office?
Michelle van Schouwen suggests that small business owners to consider their options for office space moving forward in 2022.
Strategies for successful business partnership
Michelle van Schouwen offers advice on how to assure that you’re choosing the right business partner and how to make the relationship run smoothly.
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