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When the holiday sales and activities wind down, a great way to improve revenues and odds of success is to spend valuable ...

Planning for an ownership transition should be a standard part of every owner’s business plan, no matter the stage of your ...

I realized I didn’t have a life; I had whatever scraps were left over after the business took what it wanted. I understood ...

Choose between a detailed traditional business plan or a lean startup version that prioritizes flexibility. A strong business ...

When developing a detailed annual plan, the biggest pitfall to avoid is not having a defined process. There are a lot of ...

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Ford said Monday that instead of scuttling plans to build the batteries for those vehicles, it will pivot that capacity into a new battery storage business. Those storage systems, which will use ...

All states were to be ready for the change in August 2026, Wente said. In the state budget bill the Ohio General Assembly ...

Whether you’re a local business owner who’s tried SEO but isn’t seeing results, a service provider who needs more consistent ...

Small business optimism rises despite ongoing labor quality concerns as well as inflation challenges, according to new NFIB ...

Find out what you must do before starting a business, from writing a business plan to getting the proper insurance.