Friday 5 for January 26th, 2018

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5 Tips to Stay Competitive in 2018

By Shep Hyken

No matter what your business is, what industry you’re in, things are changing. Technology is constantly changing how we do things, and what our customers expect. So you have to keep up… Watch video

What We Can Learn from the Greatest Generation

By Will Adams

It’s often said that history is our best teacher. So what can we learn from the Greatest Generation? What traits did they possess that make them stand out in history? What can we take… 5 minute read

Paying Your Team for Creating a Positive Customer Experience

By ADP

Incentivizing your employees to create a great experience for customers can be a very effective way to improve your company’s customer feedback, but it only works if you set the program… Read article

Recommended Reading: Motivation, Surge Pricing, and Hiring

By GoSmallBiz Staff

Want to stay informed on the latest news, trends, insights, and books for small business owners and entrepreneurs? Some of this week’s top recommendations include the new book… Read list

How Much Should You Budget for Marketing?

By Bill Wortman

For established businesses, the general guideline for a marketing budget is a percentage of sales. However, for a startup business with no sales history, the considerations are… 2 minute read

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