5 Red Flags to Watch Out for Before a Business Merger

Bringing your business to the next level requires the combination of new skills and investments, but hiring a new team and unlocking funds for growth is not always an option. It’s common for small or mid-sized businesses to consider a merger and acquisition (M&A) to strengthen their positions in the market. If you’re in the…

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Customer Perception: Understanding Your Brand’s Image

Brand perception is how your brand is seen and understood by customers, and it must adapt to our ever-changing culture. When people look at your brand, they see 3 key things: What your brand represents in the market How your brand involves the customers How your brand compares to other brands Consider the brand perception…

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Editor’s Notebook 234

The Editor’s Notebook is my place to share the things I’m loving this week and other random links that have caught my eye. Enjoy! What I’m Loving This Week 8 Hacks to Make Time for Reading and Actually Finish Books, According to People Who Read All the Time. Turn your “to be read” list into…

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How to Tell If Your Business is Ready for Franchising

When a business has been successful for at least a couple years, it can be tempting to think about franchising. This means offering the same business model to hopeful entrepreneurs who want to start their own businesses using your brand name and resources. Franchising is a fantastic way to expand your business, and it can…

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3 Creative Ways to Move Forward When You’re Feeling Stuck

Are you feeling stuck? Are you unable to find your direction? You’re not alone, and it can be frustrating and depressing to feel like you’re not making progress. Luckily, there are proactive things you can do to get yourself moving again. Here are 3 creative ways to move forward when you’re feeling stuck. Start a…

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Editor’s Notebook 233

What I’m Loving This Week The Editor’s Notebook is my place to share the things I’m loving this week and other random links that have caught my eye. Enjoy! Why Everyone on TV Has the Same Hair. So bizarre! Did you notice this too? 8 Things You Should Do on a Wednesday. Consider this your…

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Should You Move Your Online Business to a Physical Office?

When it comes to growing a business, one of the biggest considerations is whether it’s worth moving your online business into a physical office. It’s a massive investment and generally something you only do once you have a need for employees. But if the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that businesses can function entirely…

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