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Ten Common Challenges That SMBs Face
Small and medium businesses (SMBs) are the backbone of the US economy. According to figures from the US Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy, SMBs employ around 61.7 million Americans, representing an astounding 46.4% of private sector personnel. More than 33 million SMBs in the United States create 43.5% of…
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How A.I. Will Change Project Management
In today’s workplace, project management has gained momentum as a key component of commercial success. In the absence of a solid management system, a team would likely be in shambles, as there wouldn’t be an efficient system to track task assignments and team progress. According to the Standish Group, only 35% of projects…
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Building from Within: Why SMBs Need Intrapreneurship
American businessman Farrah Gray has the famous saying, “build your own dreams, or someone else will hire you to build theirs”. This statement gives the impression that company employees are always solely working to make an employer’s idea come true. This, however, is not always the case, thanks to intrapreneurship.…
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Ten Healthy Habits You Need to Start Doing at Work
A large portion of our lives is spent in the workplace, and over time, the habits we develop at work can begin to influence our health long-term. As such, it is essential to establish good practices that can not only improve our health but also be a key booster for productivity. Here, we explore ten positive habits you can…
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The Future of AI: Top Skills to Have in a Generative AI World
Generative artificial intelligence (AI), by its name, refers to any algorithm (such as ChatGPT) that generates content. This can take on multiple formats–whether it be visuals, videos, audio, text, simulations, or even code, generative AI has the power to change the workplace foundationally. OpenAI’s wildly popular ChatGPT…
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How to Handle Burnout
Work burnout is a term that many of us are familiar with, but how clued up are you when it comes to recognizing burnout in yourself, or your colleagues and family? Occupational burnout, commonly just referred to as burnout, is a state of chronic physical and emotional exhaustion caused by the stress, pressure, and demands…
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Generative AI for SMBs: What Is It and How Can It Help You?
Artificial intelligence and its implications are shaping up to be the defining technology of the decade. The past few years have seen swift developments in generative AI, technology that a few years back was hard to even imagine has now become a commonplace reality. Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, Midjourney, and…
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Cybersecurity for SMBs: How to Protect Your Business from Today's Cyber Attacks
In today’s digital business landscape, companies of all sizes rely on electronic technology, specifically the internet for their day to day operations. SMBs are able to generate increased revenue, boost growth and reach customers around the globe by establishing and maintaining a strong online presence. In 2023, 71% of…
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The Evolution of Business Communication: From Emails to Integrated Collaboration Platforms
Business communication entails the sharing of information between people within and beyond a company. From making proposals to processing orders, and from discussing ideas to reaching agreements with clients, communication dominates the business scene. The medium of communication, therefore, is key to the efficiency of a…
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How Task Management Tools Can Improve Your Agile Method
Business owners are always looking for ways to boost employee productivity and efficiency. One way they can do this is by using task management tools. By boosting productivity, these software tools streamline processes and can increase profitability. As more and more employees work remotely, implementing tools to manage…
