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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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