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Why Social Time with Co-Workers is the Ultimate Office Perk 

Many individuals who work from home miss the social connections that come with working in an office environment. However, simply returning to the office to spend the entire day responding to emails and joining Zoom calls can dampen their enthusiasm. If managers can find opportunities for team collaboration and foster connections, employees are more likely to feel energized and eager to return to the office.

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Regain Control Over Your Calendar with the '4 Buckets' Trick

In the dynamic world of running a business, where each day brings a cascade of seemingly urgent tasks, it's easy to pack your calendar to the brim. How do you ensure that your days are productive and contribute to your overall goals? One of the best ways is to look at highly successful leaders who have mastered prioritization and time management.

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Achieve Big Things When You Think Small

Entrepreneurs, particularly those running small businesses, are often encouraged to aim high. What's the pace of your business growth? How soon can you onboard a team? What's the timeline for expanding to multiple locations? Although it's common practice to idealize an accelerated pathway to success, it is valuable to slow down and concentrate on the present. For those managing lean start-ups or small ventures, adopting a "think small" mentality has significant advantages. Here are three ways focusing on the little things makes a big difference.

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3 Qualities Successful Business Owners Share

When it comes to entrepreneurship, successful small business owners have certain qualities that serve them and their business. The reality is most entrepreneurs aren’t born with these characteristics but acquire them over time. The ability to communicate a compelling vision, adapt to change, and build relationships are three qualities that successful small business owners share. This article outlines the importance of each quality and how you can develop these traits for yourself.

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How Small Businesses Can Use Technology to Thrive During Economic Uncertainty

Despite the anxiety that comes with economic uncertainty, existing technologies and online platforms provide small businesses with solutions that did not exist 15 years ago during the Great Recession. Small business owners who leverage these advantages can thrive despite economic uncertainty and even get ahead of their competition.

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Email Marketing Trends to Grow Your Business

Beyond sales and promotions, email marketing is a great way to demonstrate your value to subscribers. Avoid sending too many emails just for the sake of ‘staying in touch.’ Instead, obsess about your customer’s problems and create email content that includes insider tips, trending news and ways to help your audience get ahead.

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