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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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In this edition of "Ask the Board," we asked Genevieve Santos-Bann, Founder of 360 Beauty Maven Consulting and an NFTE graduate, to share her insights on how small business owners can diversify their income streams.

Soft Skills of Successful Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs benefit from a mix of innate skills like emotional intelligence and empathy plus leadership, communication, and other learnable skills.

How a 'Personal Board of Directors' Nudged His Rise From a Dirt Road in Mississippi to Top LinkedIn Exec

Great careers are a team sport, you can't play solo, says Andrew McCaskill. Here, the self-described "Black Guy in Marketing" shares his mentors' best professional advice.

Small Businesses Offering Unique Holiday Gifts

Choosing the perfect gift for someone can be a challenge, but these small businesses offer some unusual options that may make that easier.

Top AI Tools for Business Plan Writing

These tools use artificial intelligence to generate full business plans you can take to investors.

Movies Featuring Small Businesses

Startups, small businesses, and entrepreneurs take center stage in these silver screen hits.

How Karin's Florist Has Thrived for Decades Through Customer Service

Karin's Florist is a 2024 CO—100 Customer Champion. Here's how this family-owned local florist has maintained its reputation as an award-winning, customer-focused business since 1956.