Mentorships, upskilling may offer hope in manufacturing labor shortage
After enduring a protracted downturn and shedding 5.7 million jobs, 33 percent of their workforce, American manufacturers are leaving money on the table — and it’s ironic that a labor shortage would force them to do that.
What you can learn from Lady Gaga to help build your brand
With more than 42 million Twitter followers, almost 3 billion YouTube views and more than 67 million likes on Facebook, Lady Gaga is truly a media sensation and an audience-building maverick — landing in the top 10 of all digital media channels. But what can you learn from this outrageous pop superstar that applies to […]
How to find alternative sources to finance your real estate venture
There are myriad programs available to commercial and industrial real estate users that provide low cost capital and incentives for new investment. In addition to conventional financing, there are nontraditional sources of financing, tax deferral and tax mitigation strategies that can stretch your equity dollar. Smart Business spoke with Bob Brehmer, CCIM, SIOR, principal at NAI Daus, […]
Becoming more effective and efficient outweighs most fears about the digital world
Even with technology being a part of everyday life outside the office, there are still some companies that balk at upgrading to current technology. “Many traditional business owners will tell you that they prefer face time with their customers and will not adapt to the need of technology until they start seeing customers going elsewhere,” […]
Business owners need to take proactive steps for concerns to be heard
Small business is one of the most trusted institutions in American society. With politics in full swing prior to the 2014 midterm elections, it is becoming clearer that elected officials understand that small business issues are America’s issues. Maybe it was the Great Recession. Maybe it’s the new normal of the 24-hour media cycle that […]
Stay grounded in the workplace
Grounded: How Leaders Stay Rooted in an Uncertain World takes a look at companies that have experienced super-high growth.
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How to help your employees be smart health care consumers
Think of planning a family vacation — you spend weeks determining where you want to go, and how much you can afford to spend. You ask your friends and family for advice. You read reviews. You look for the best deals and compare prices. And then, once you’re armed with that information, you make a […]
Community Shares offers donors chance to diversify their dollar
Bringing businesses and nonprofit organizations together is one of the goals of Greater Cleveland Community Shares. It offers donors a choice of diversity.
Community colleges provided beginnings to the likes of Walt Disney and Ross Perot
When you need trained workers to keep orders filled and your company growing, where can you turn for help? The answer is the local community college. Across the country, these colleges are playing a significant role in the marketplace by training workers for specific jobs that the local economy needs filled. These institutions are a […]