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Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on 7 Steps to Writing a Great Speech.  These seven steps will help you write a memorable and effective speech. By: Jamie Johnson, Contributor If you’re preparing for a presentation, the work really begins when you sit down to write your speech. A great…

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on Want to Be a Great Public Speaker? These Are the Traits You Need.  Great speakers aren’t just born that way — they actively work at getting better. Here are the eight must-have traits for a public speaker. By: Jamie Johnson, Contributor If you’re trying…

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on What’s in a (Business) Name? 8 Traits That Will Make Yours Stand Out.  Choosing the wrong business name can limit your growth and prevent you from connecting with your customers. Learn the eight traits of a great business name. By: Jamie Johnson, Contributor When…

Thank you to NerdWallet for providing the content on 4 Things Retailers Can Do to Prepare for Holiday Shoppers With a competitive shopping season just a couple of months away, brokers and e-commerce executives share their tips for small businesses looking to stand out. Cara Smith Even though we’re only at the tail end of…

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on Nicole Marie Paperie Founder: ‘Start Small, Stay Focused, Be Patient’.  Illustrator-turned-entrepreneur Nicole Alesi shares how she founded Nicole Marie Paperie and the lessons she’s learned from entrepreneurship. By: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary, Contributor Aspiring entrepreneurs may hesitate to start their businesses for many reasons, including a…

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on Inside How 3 Startups Generated Exponential Sales Growth on TikTok.   Babylist, Eterneva, and Liteboxer share the secrets of their viral success on the short-form video platform. By: Mark Hamstra, Contributor How three startups have grown sales using TikTok: Babylist, which offers customizable baby…

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on 5 Effective Public Speaking Tips for Entrepreneurs.  Avoid using corporate speak and focus on the audience to present your next pitch like a pro. By: Emily Heaslip, Contributor As an entrepreneur, you’ve probably put a lot of time and effort into honing your idea,…

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on Is Your Business’s Diversity Statement Falling Flat? Here’s How to Tell. A recent study from the APA shows that internal diversity messaging doesn’t work when it’s focused on the benefit to the business. By: Katarina Betterton, Contributor Numerous articles and research reports have shown…

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on 6 Steps to Performing a Competitive Analysis and How It Can Improve Your Business. Perform a competitive analysis to understand not only where your business stands, but where the market is headed next. By: Emily Heaslip, Contributor At times when consumers are keeping a…

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on 7 Technology Tools to Help You Run Your Business From Anywhere. Want to oversee operations without being stuck behind a desk? Discover technologies that turn any internet-enabled device into a mobile office. By: Jessica Elliott, Contributor Technology enables entrepreneurs to oversee day-to-day operations and…