How to prepare for travel accidents and emergencies with insurance
As business activity grows, staff members are spending more time on the road, increasing the chances of travel accidents and emergencies. However, travel insurance may be overlooked in the overall scheme of things.
How outside expertise can help owners focus on their core business
Outsourcing some or all bookkeeping and accounting functions can make a lot of sense for small businesses that can’t afford an in-house accountant. Find out more about the various options available to meet the accounting needs of small businesses.
Linda Ames: Five ways to take the sting out of change
1) Your company will continue to experience dynamic change. 2) Your employees will hate it. Change generally starts this way. After endless strategy sessions, the CEO announces an important change (i.e. merger/acquisition, software implementation, new product rollout, etc.). Employees are told how vital this change is for the company. Facts are laid out. High […]
Suzanne Esber: Why corporate social responsibility can go a long way
Companies that make a commitment to social responsibility can do great things in their community while also yielding tremendous benefits for the business itself, including loyal customers and satisfied employees. In The Civic 50, a study by Bloomberg Businessweek on the country’s most community-minded businesses, 96 percent of the ranked companies reported they were able […]
How to address issues when rezoning properties for a different use
So you want renovate an old warehouse that’s zoned for manufacturing so your office can be part of your city’s urban redevelopment. Before you pull the trigger on that renovation, there’s a lot to consider. Here’s the best way to approach the unique situations that come with urban redevelopment.
With trust comes relief — Nurturing confidence in and out of your organization advances your mission
“With trust comes relief.” At Flying Horse Farms this core value drives every decision we make. And the best news is that it travels well beyond the gates of camp. When you build trust, it transforms the way you work and the way your clients work with you. When your clients trust you to deliver […]
Be a market leader — By analyzing trends, you can identify threats and opportunities for your business
All types of trends can impact our businesses. But not all of them are industry-related. Trends come at us from all angles — global, social, technology, geographic, economic, natural resources, material advancements and automation, among others. It is a lot to consider. But if we do just that on an annual basis, we will prepare […]
Looking for the unknown — To fill your niche, you’ve got to find it first
I’ve been conducting an informal poll. Every time I run across people who feel strongly about living in Columbus, I ask them: “What’s unique about Columbus?” This helps me with our Uniquely Columbus series, which explores the people, places and things that give Columbus its identity. Nearly everyone — you can see my tabulating efforts […]
Joseph James Slawek: Nine keys to building a foundation of trust in your business
I recently had the privilege to meet a fellow business leader who was a great “talker.” He was inspirational, enthusiastic, confident and enjoyable to listen to — but his business was only a modest performer. I began to consider the idea that if talking were enough in the world of leadership, his organization should have […]
How an experienced investigator performs background due diligence
When trying to learn about an individual, many companies turn to online background checks. This could be a mistake, however, as much of the available information may not be fully verified, which is why many businesses turn to a licensed investigator to help provide a more complete and accurate picture. Smart Business spoke with Theresa […]