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Zack Oates of Ovation on Building Business Connections through Digital Storytelling
Soliciting feedback from customers often seems like a daunting task. However, Zack Oates and his team at Ovation have cracked the code with a proven strategy that not only encourages guest feedback, but also establishes a personal connection for exceptional results.Zack Oates and the guest feedback platform Ovation have taken a radically different approach to hearing from customers, which stems…
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Building an Empire With No Handouts: Follow This Entrepreneur’s Roadmap
To be successful at pretty much anything in life, you need to take the right actions, leverage the right tools and have the right mindset. And look, I know I'm oversimplifying it, but at its core, that's all you need.That's also why some people just seem to excel at any…
The Biggest Challenges Women Entrepreneurs Face
The challenges faced by women-owned businesses are myriad, well-known and documented. Thingslike access to capital, lack of resources and a lack of mentors — just to name a few. But what no one talks about is the resistance women-owned businesses face when we simply ask to get paid for our…
Enterprise, National, Alamo Car Rental Accused of Discrimination
Gen Xers and older millennials hoping to enter Enterprise Leasing Company of Florida's management training program were out of luck, according to an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) lawsuit filed in Fort Lauderdale federal court.The lawsuit alleges that the rental car company, which is the arm of Enterprise Holdings behind…
Want to Do Better Work And Be More Successful? Just Start Saying This One Word More.
Entrepreneurs often feel overwhelmed. We have too many deadlines, too much responsibility, and not enough time for it all.So here's a way to help you feel better, and to gain the clarity you need. To start, let's play a game. I'll ask you to do two things.First: Quick — congratulate…
3 Ways to Raise Capital as a Small Business
Raising capital can be a challenge for anyone, but particularly for small businesses. Oftentimes, investors are looking to put their money into something with multinational growth potential rather than something more local. In many cases, you may need to raise smaller amounts, possibly in the thousands of dollars or the…
Why Benefits Can Be More Attractive Than Higher Salaries
In the cutthroat business world, attracting and retaining the best talent is a perennial challenge. Many employers often gravitate towards offering higher salaries to lure potential candidates. However, there's a compelling case to be made about the effectiveness of offering employee benefits over mere salary increments. One of the most…
5 Keys to an Influencer Marketing Campaign That Makes Money
Imagine being able to engage with your target audience without feeling like you're selling to them. That's what influencer marketing can do for your brand.A big reason 93% of marketers include influencer marketing in their brand strategy is because it's an authentic and effective way to build trust with your…
What Small Businesses Need to Know About ESG Now
In a world of ever-evolving business practices, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles have emerged as key factors shaping the strategies of companies worldwide. For entrepreneurs and small business owners, understanding and harnessing these trends is not just a matter of embracing sustainability, but it can impact your ability to…
5 High-Profile Business Nightmares to Learn From
In the world of search results and social media, just one misstep or unfortunate event can quickly escalate into a full-blown public relations (PR) crisis, posing a real threat to your company's reputation and bottom line.That makes it essential to be prepared for potential PR problems and have a well-thought-out…
Ask Marc | Get Free Advice About Your Business From the Co-Founder of Netflix
The co-founder and first CEO of Netflix, Marc Randolph, has a personal mission to help entrepreneurs around the world achieve their dreams. He has mentored hundreds of early-stage entrepreneurs and helped seed dozens of successful tech ventures, and now he wants to help you.In our livestream series Ask Marc, you…
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