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5 Things Successful Entrepreneurs Do

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successful-entrepreneursFive out of 10 small businesses (companies with less than 500 employees) will survive to see their fifth birthday, according to the Small Business Administration. Successful entrepreneurs that make it to that milestone will have most likely done so because of their ability to apply the following key strategies to their businesses.

No matter what the industry, these traits are typically found in small businesses that survive and thrive beyond their fifth anniversary. As you review these, think about how you are applying them in your world. [Read more…]

Silence Is A Communication Tool

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When a business owner works with employees in order to grow their soft skills, one area of focus is often communication. A business owner wants an employee to ask the right questions, provide concise answers, and even diffuse an upset customer or vendor when the situation demands it. Moreover, good communication training focuses heavily on listening skills.

Still, one communication skill that is often overlooked is the use of silence.
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