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Small Business

Hacking, Ransomware, Scams, Intrusions, Phishing – Bad for Business By Any Name!

Every business knows the importance of staying current in the marketplace. Well cyber-thieves and scammers are no exception! They take every opportunity to add to their repertoire, refresh their schemes to hijack your legitimate business operations, and make more money for themselves. For business owners, this is […]

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Transitional & Career Resources: Your Hidden Opportunities

Updated May 2020 We all face professional crossroads throughout our lives. Starting fresh can be exhilarating, scary, and an amazing opportunity all-in-one! Whether preparing to enter the workforce for the first time; returning to work after extended medical or family leave; undergoing a mid-career transition; or just looking for […]

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Emergency Planning Resources: Prepare Today to Protect Tomorrow

Updated April 2020 to include resources to help businesses impacted by the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. United We Stand! Regardless of the type or size of your business, your ability to take immediate action in times of crisis is crucial. Whether you are a business owner or leader, many […]

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Risky Business

Unless we time travel, foresight is blind; only hindsight is 20/20!  Operating a business, we make decisions every day and accept that a certain amount of risk comes with the territory. Fortunately, as leaders we can use all our senses to get by – including common sense […]

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Celebrate Small Business Week

For more than half-a-century, we’ve been celebrating National Small Business Week in the US. By Presidential Proclamation one week each Spring is designated to recognize small businesses and the contributions that they make to local communities and the national economy. This year’s observance is May 5 – May 11, 2019. […]

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Small Business Leadership Conference – Igniting Strategic Growth

Annually, the Jim Moran Institute hosts a conference for small business owners and leaders with opportunities for them to learn, share and network. This year, the Florida SBDC Network will be co-hosting this event from June 26 – 28 at JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes in Florida.  […]

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Small Business Resources: Grow to Learn… Learn to Grow…

Updated March 2020 “Knowing is half the battle!”  This important life lesson, (borrowed from GI Joe), totally applies to business.  Knowledge is power and the more we know and can do, the higher the odds of our success. It’s the reason we pursue higher education, professional development, and […]

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Put Your Oxygen Mask On FIRST!

Put Your Oxygen Mask On FIRST!

Small business owners often wear many hats. As leaders, if they are not working in their business, they are working on the business. Because every waking moment is precious, some of these hard-working entrepreneurs mistakenly believe taking time off for personal reasons or professional development is a […]

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Can Your Business Survive a Natural Disaster?

For many entrepreneurs, our business is not just our livelihood, it’s like a cherished family member.  It represents our current hopes and dreams, as well as being key to realizing our personal and professional future.  As its Guardian, it’s no surprise we do our best to protect […]

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Desiderata 

Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even the dull and the ignorant; they too […]

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