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2024 Small Business Trends

Your guide to navigating the biggest trends for small businesses in 2024.

Set Your Small Business Up for Success in 2024

As the new year approaches, many small businesses are preparing to revamp their strategies and jump on new trends to boost their growth. Here are some expert insights on improving your business and making 2024 your strongest year ever.

Featured

The Must-Know Ways Small Business Will Change in 2024

Business leaders share their expert predictions on how the state of small business will change this coming year.

Personal Growth

Thrive

How to Be a Better Entrepreneur in 2024

Entrepreneurs need to be on top of consumer trends and network to meet the challenges and opportunities of 2024.

Thrive

How to Be a Better Boss in 2024

Flexible, empathetic leadership can help employees stay engaged and positive during 2024 (and beyond).

Sales and Marketing

Strategy Small Business Trends That Will Impact Your Sales in 2024

Sales 5 Smart Ways to Increase Sales in 2024

Marketing 7 Marketing Trends Every Small Business Needs to Know About in 2024

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New Year, New You

Ask the Board

How Can I Make New Year’s Resolutions for My Business That I’ll Be Sure to Keep?

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” Brenda Christensen, CEO of Stellar Public Relations Inc., explains how you can make resolutions for 2024 that you’ll follow through on.

Ask the Board

Smart Habits That Will Make You More Productive in 2024 and Beyond

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” Deb Harrison, Growth and Change Consultant and Coach, explains how you can boost your productivity in 2024.

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What to Do When an Employee Leaves

Have this checklist handy for the next time you have an employee leave your company.

By: Sammi Caramela

Advice From the Founders of America's Hottest Startups

Leaders from the most successful startups share their guiding principles for new entrepreneurs.

By: Dan Casarella

5 Tech Trends Changing the Way Consumers Shop

These digital solutions are poised to gain meaningful adoption by consumers and brands alike, experts say, reshaping how we purchase a range of goods and services.

By: Barbara Thau

Crisis PR Tips for Small Businesses

In a crisis, it’s important to keep clear lines of communication, craft credible talking points, and share an action plan that makes customers feel reassured.

By: Emily Heaslip

How to Regain Customer Trust After a PR Crisis

It can be a long, uphill journey to regain the trust of your customers after a PR crisis, but it is possible with the right approach. Here’s where to start.

By: Emily Heaslip

How to Compare Job Candidates Objectively

Evidence-based hiring helps leaders find employees that align with their ideal candidate profile. Learn how to make objective and bias-free decisions.

By: Jessica Elliott

How to Help Employees With Child Care

With more employees prioritizing their families, employers should consider offering child care benefits to their staff.

By: Dan Casarella

When to Update Your Business Plan

You should update your business plan more frequently than you might think. Here are eight signs it’s time to update your business plan.

By: Jamie Johnson

What to Consider When Drug Testing Employees

Drug testing helps determine whether employees abuse illegal substances or prescription medications. Here are five things to consider before drug testing employees.

By: Jamie Johnson

How LipRevolt Bridged the Gap Between Beauty and Activism

Entrepreneur Courtney Wright established cosmetics brand and fundraising platform LipRevolt to bridge the gap between beauty, community service, and activism.

By: Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

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