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Setting goals can improve business performance. It only works when you set the right goals. Too many people focus on what's not working and their weaknesses. I think that's a bad idea. I...

Hiring the wrong person can be disastrous, and it's not an uncommon mistake to make. But you can take measures to avoid bringing a bad seed on board.

Your customer experience strategy needs the active support of all departments.

Men and women report their work performance very differently. You can get caught unprepared if you are unaware of how this communication style affects you and your work.

The decision should be a wake-up call for small retailers that haven't embraced fast-changing consumer expectations.

You may dread your family holiday events. But the same strategies that you use to deal with your family can help you get better results in business, too.

Here are my eight top risk management resolutions you should make for your small business for the year ahead.

Want to ensure a successful 2012 for your small business? Follow these three simple rules for making sure that your customers always come first.

Success isn't just about what you learn -- it's about the people from whom you learn it. That's why it's so important to build relationships with potential mentors.

The experiences of two big-box retailers prove that higher wages can lead to higher profits. Here's how to decide if this formula will work for your business, too.

Holiday parties give you the opportunity to create a good impression, but they can also be your downfall. Here are some tips to help you shine at your next holiday party.

I met some amazing business leaders this year. Here are some of things they shared with me about what it takes to succeed at the top.

Continuing financing issues mean the industry may never return to its pre-recession days. But promising opportunities still exist in franchising's new era.

Start thinking about how you're going to show your appreciation to your employees and colleagues. You can even avoid situations you might later regret.

Theft is a year-round problem, but with the holiday shopping season upon us, now is the time to gear up your loss prevention efforts.

Do you know which behaviors at work annoy other people? Here are four examples that are sure to drive your peers AND your manager completely nuts.

If you are considering buying a franchise, be sure to read this crash course on the basic terminology, facts, and information you should know beforehand.

Spotting a bad manager is the ultimate office survival skill. These six tips will help you decide what to do about it.