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7/23/2026
Business Growth & Scaling

The Real Reason Growth Stalls: Five Patterns I See Repeatedly in Small and Mid-Sized Businesses

When growth stalls, the first instinct is usually to look for a tactical fix. More advertising. More content. A new agency. Additional sales resources. A different technology platform. The assumption is that growth slowed because the business isn’t doing enough.

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Leadership, Talent & Culture

9/8/2023

From ‘Quiet Hiring’ to ‘Loud Quitting’: Understanding the Impact and Pitfalls of Buzzwords and Trends In the Workplace

With today’s constantly changing business landscape, new jargon and buzzwords are taking off at an alarming rate. These terms, from “quiet quitting” and “quiet firing” to the “Great Resignation” and the “Great Rehire,” have gained significant attention in business settings and LinkedIn profiles, shedding light on important aspects of the workforce.

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Leadership, Talent & Culture

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Exit Planning & M&A

8/25/2023

Navigating Middle Market Acquisitions: Insights into What Prospective Buyers Seek for Successful Deals

Every business owner eventually will have to exit their business, whether through a sale, merger, succession, or other means. The true worth of a business lies in what a buyer is willing to pay for it, beyond any paper valuations or theoretical assessments.

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Exit Planning & M&A

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Leadership, Talent & Culture

8/11/2023

As seen in Quartz media: 3 Strategies to Turn Quiet Quitters Into Engaged Employees

In a recent article in Quartz, our talent optimization expert, Karen Turner, shares three strategies to turn quiet quitters into engaged employees.

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Leadership, Talent & Culture

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Business Growth & Scaling

8/11/2023

Scaling Your Business: When and How to Seize Growth Opportunities

Scaling is often a crucial milestone for long-term success and profitability. Scaling allows a company to expand its operations, reach new markets, and capitalize on growth opportunities.

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Business Growth & Scaling

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Leadership, Talent & Culture

7/28/2023

Overcoming Hiring Challenges: Strategies for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses to Acquire Top Talent

In today’s competitive business landscape, small and mid-sized companies often face unique obstacles when it comes to hiring. Limited budgets and resources for recruitment, difficulty competing with larger companies for talent, and inefficient hiring processes can all pose significant challenges.

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Leadership, Talent & Culture

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Business Growth & Scaling

7/14/2023

​​Scaling Decoded: Embracing the True Meaning and Fundamentals of Strategic Business Expansion

In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, certain buzzwords frequently gain popularity and are used widely without proper understanding. One such buzzword that permeates discussions across industries is “scaling.”

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Business Growth & Scaling

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Leadership, Talent & Culture

6/9/2023

From Turnover to Triumph: Adapting to Retention Challenges in Today’s Competitive Landscape

Ensuring employee satisfaction and retention is crucial for a company’s success, especially in today’s competitive job market. Employers must prioritize employee motivation and engagement.

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Leadership, Talent & Culture

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Exit Planning & M&A

6/7/2023

How to Build Your Business For a Successful Exit Strategy

When it comes to building an exit strategy for your business, planning ahead is the key. The possibility of leaving your business should be part of your planning process from the start, so an exit strategy is an important consideration for business owners but many don’t consider it as part of their initial business plan.

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Exit Planning & M&A

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Business Strategy & Operations

6/7/2023

Making Your Data Reporting Work for You

Data can tell you a lot about your business — in fact, it can tell you nearly everything. It connects the dots between disparate metrics and provides an actionable view of how your business is performing.

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