Steve Bernas
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Tips for planning your small business sales in challenging timesMar 07, 2026 1:23 pm - As our first quarter is in its final three weeks for many small businesses, many owners find themselves juggling quarter ending duties including reviewing taxes, and trying to anticipate what the next nine months might bring.
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Want to know how to run a successful business? Here are some top tips for business networkingFeb 07, 2026 12:25 pm - These tips are drawn from panels featuring some of the Chicago region’s top business leaders, many of whom embraced networking even when it felt uncomfortable at first.
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Tips to make this your best business year yet: How smart planning sets you up for successJan 10, 2026 1:30 pm - It’s the start of a new year, a perfect moment for small businesses to hit refresh and set the stage for growth.
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A business plan as a blueprint for successDec 13, 2025 1:13 pm - When the holiday sales and activities wind down, a great way to improve revenues and odds of success is to spend valuable time creating or updating your business plan.
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How to keep your cool in workplace conflictsNov 15, 2025 12:43 pm - No one looks forward to workplace conflict, yet it happens even in the friendliest workplaces. Disagreements bubble up, personalities clash, and before you know it, you are in the middle of a workplace bubble that makes you wish you could call a time-out.
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Business owners should watch out for fake government letters, BBB warnsOct 18, 2025 12:50 pm - Scammers have a long history of pretending to be government officials, even before the advent of artificial intelligence.
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Turn employee departures into business growth opportunitiesSep 20, 2025 12:30 pm - Properly interviewing prospects for job openings is vital to hiring someone with the right skills and is a proper core value fit for your company. However, some employers neglect to collect valuable feedback from departing employees and conduct thorough exit interviews.
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Better Business Bureau’s Top 10 financial tips for business ownersAug 23, 2025 1:45 pm - In the ever-evolving world of entrepreneurship, financial management remains one of the most critical pillars of success.
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Better Business Bureau offers smart strategies for business growth and cost reductionJul 26, 2025 12:04 pm - In the dynamic world of business, finding ways to lower expenses while continuing to grow is essential for long-term success.
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Tips on navigating economic uncertainty for small business ownersMay 31, 2025 1:39 pm - In today’s unpredictable economic climate, many small business owners are struggling to maintain stability amid inflation and fluctuating costs.
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