10 Ways Small Businesses Can Contribute to Their Community
10 Ways Small Businesses Can Contribute to Their Community Owning and/or operating a small business can be a struggle in and of itself. The daily grind of sales reports, advertising, profit margins, ROIs and hiring/firings is enough to completely overwhelm an owner. Many small businesses often lose sight of the community they operate in…
Congratulations on the Ribbon-Cutting of ROANEnet’s New Digital Lab!
Congratulations on the Ribbon-Cutting of ROANEnet’s New Digital Lab! ROANEnet is a non-profit organization located in Roane County, TN. On Friday, April 9th, Executive Director Dayle Beyer proudly cut the ribbon at a well-attended gathering of supporters sponsored by the Roane County Chamber. The new digital lab is intended to help fulfill ROANEnet’s…
Yes, You Can Fire a Client (And How to Do It)
Yes, You Can Fire a Client (And How to Do It) Have you ever had that client that quickly became, “too much”? You know, the one who constantly asks for discounts you always refuse, or requests a thousand tiny changes to their service agreement, or tends to become hostile when you cannot meet their over-the-top…
What Employee Burnout Looks Like, and How to Change It
What Employee Burnout Looks Like and How to Change It What exactly is job burnout? Essentially, when an employee (or even you!) begin to suffer emotionally, mentally, and physically due to the stress of work, it’s called job burnout. Anyone can experience job burnout. Companies typically provide PTO days and holiday hours in the…
15 Ways to Create a Logo that Stands Out
15 Ways to Make Your Logo Stand Out Creating a logo is arguably the most important part of creating your business’s brand. Your logo will be the thing your customer first sees regarding your business, whether it’s printed on your business cards or decaled on your car. Many business owners are unaware of the…
Why You Should Hire a Business Consultant
Why You Should Hire a Business Consultant Whether you own a big corporation or small local business, hiring a business consultant gives you insight from an experienced professional on how to grow your company. The depth of that insight depends on factors like what your industry is, what challenges you’re facing, and what you want…
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