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A Shift at Google's Helm Might Not Be Enough to Deliver Exponential Growth
Results can be improved with a heightened management focus on the continuous flow of strategic change. Drive responsibility for day-to-day operational revamping as far down in the organization as possible.
The 6 Secrets That Will Help Your Hair Salon and Day Spa Succeed
Even if you're still in the planning stages for your new enterprise, it's never too soon to start thinking about these six operational issues that will impact and contribute to the success of your business.
6 Things You Didn't Know About Your Financial Statements
The information could be useful, if it's prepared correctly and you know what to look for.
How One Sandwich Company Cracked the Franchise Top 10
A focus on franchisee selection, training and operations helped Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches reach number five on the Franchise 500 list this year.
Giving Ecommerce Customers What They Want (Infographic)
When it comes to ecommerce deliveries, do customers value cost or speed? The answer might surprise you.
To Boost Efficiency, Rethink Company Culture
In this case study, telecom startup Grasshopper explains how rethinking its values helped realign the company's goals, reduce turnover and find the cash to reinvest in itself.
A Jointly Owned Franchise Gives Two Pilots a Second Chance
After John Grassia and David Smith lost their jobs as pilots, they bought an Express Oil Change franchise to supplement their incomes.
4 Things to Do Before You Sell Your Business
Sales of small businesses rose in 2012 and are expected to increase in the new year. Here's what you should do to prepare to sell.
Why Your Business Needs an Operations Plan
If you're sailing your boat without a rudder, you're going to lose control when the water gets rough. A growing business needs a sound operations plan to survive.
Need a Vacation? 4 Steps to a Business That Thrives Without You
If your operation falls to pieces when you're not there, you're doing something wrong. Use these tips to create a sustainable system.
Lighting Up Your Store -- and Your Sales
How to light your retail space to the best effect without breaking the bank.
How One Small Firm Replaced Its AWOL Site Designer -- Fast
A stationery boutique owner had to do some serious bargain-hunting when she needed a web designer to add a 'shop online' element to her company's website.
How Can I Streamline My E-Commerce Operation?
Google Declares War On Slow Web Pages
In its ongoing quest to make Web apps as fast as desktop software, Google Page Speed Service accelerates Web page load times.
Why Your IP Address May Soon Be Antique
The pool of available IP addresses is rapidly decreasing. You may soon find that your IP address contains letters.