Managing Toxic Employees

In a perfect scenario, a small business would employ a staff of helpful and happy people. But we all know that’s not realistic, and there will likely be encounters with employees that can be best described as “toxic.” Negative attitudes can act as a workplace poison....
Perks of Being a Small Business Owner

Perks of Being a Small Business Owner

There are an abundance of benefits to starting a small business. There is the biggie, of course — being your own boss. But there’s a lot more to it than that. Here’s a look at some of the other perks for running your own show. Building your own team Think about the...
What Can We Learn from Short-Lived Startups

What Can We Learn from Short-Lived Startups

The truth is more businesses fail than succeed. Every entrepreneur knows that. However, every business owner can learn from the failures of other organizations. What separates Yugo from Ford Motor Company? What’s the different between Pan Am and Southwest...