Save yourself some grief: My “ten-times-magnified” rule for hiring
Michelle van Schouwen offers up a good rule for how to weed out potential bad hires when conducting interviews for your small business.
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Things small business owners should avoid #6: Frequent second-guessing
Blogger Jeanne Yocum writes about the dangers to a small business when the owner constantly second-guesses decisions and makes frequent changes in direction.
Good small business reads #39: Staying creative and happy and making the most of networking opportunities
Issue #39 of Good Small Business Reads includes articles just right for beach reading! Get tips on being more creative and happier running your small business.
Buy local: There’s creative talent in every community
Creative talent can be found everywhere, not just in the big cities. Blogger Mark Auerbach writes about the wisdom of buying local.
Who needs an employee handbook, anyway? (You probably know the answer already.)
An employee handbook is an invaluable tool for a small business, writes blogger Michelle van Schouwen. And today, there are plenty of resources available to help you create one for your company.
Small business owners: Hire based on potential, not on past performance
In a rapidly changing business world, a job candidate’s potential matters more than their past work accomplishments, writes small business blogger Jeanne Yocum.
The importance of perseverance for your small business
Blogger Jeanne Yocum writes about the need to persevere when running a small business while also taking frequent reality checks to make sure your persistence hasn’t turned into stubbornness.
The importance of creating your own web content for your small business
Guest blogger Matt Cook writes about the importance of constantly creating fresh content for your small business website to keep your search engine results strong and to encourage return visits by your customers and prospects.
Small business owners, here’s your chance to help a veteran
Blogger Jeanne Yocum discusses ACP AdvisorNet, a website where you can give advice to veterans who are transitioning back into the private sector. Many are seeking advice on how to start a small business.
Good small business reads #38: Building a strong culture, pros and cons of owning your own business and more
This month’s issue of Good Small Business Reads provides plenty of food for thought on how to build a strong culture for your small business, provides advice on making the most of online reviews, and discusses the pros and cons of owning your own business.
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