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CO— Roadmap for Rebuilding: Planning Tomorrow's Business Today

Every business decision you make right now impacts your company's future. Here's how to plan ahead and set yourself up for success today, tomorrow and beyond.

Securing Your Company's Future

The modern business world is evolving rapidly, and small business owners must keep an eye on current and upcoming trends. Below are some insights you can use to future-proof your company and lay out a long-term strategy for success.

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How to Offer Employee Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement programs can foster employee retention as well as the professional growth of a business's team. Here’s how to offer tuition reimbursement to your employees.

How to Tell the Origin Story of Your Business

A compelling brand story helps people connect with, remember and trust you. The most iconic origin stories focus on the “why” behind how your company came to be.

Best Practices for Hybrid Meetings

Hybrid staff meetings can be a pain, but they don’t have to be. Discover how to host effective hybrid meetings for your employees.

What Is a Contract Worker?

Understand the key differences between contract workers and internal employees, and what they mean for employers.

‘Be Patient and Ask for Help’: Continual Growth Is Key in Business

According to Grow with Google digital coach Justin Dawkins, entrepreneurs shouldn’t give up so quickly if they don’t see immediate results.

How to Communicate a Product Discontinuation to Customers

Are you discontinuing a product? It could be a touchy subject if not handled properly. Here’s how to tell your customers that you’ve moved on from their favorite product.

How to Tell Customers an Employee Has Left Your Company

Losing an employee is tough. Telling your customers is also hard. Here are some guidelines for getting through the conversation with grace.

How to Create an Effective Company Reporting Structure

There are many organizational models you can use to establish your reporting structure, depending on the maturity and goals of your business.

Startup Something Better Foods Brings Plant-Based Soul Food to Whole Foods

The founder of startup manufacturer Something Better Foods shares how he broke into big retail with a plant-based soul food line that’s a 20-year-long labor of love born from loss.

Inexpensive Employee Benefits and Perks for Startups

If you’re just starting out as a business, here are some attractive yet affordable perks you can offer your workers.