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Sage Book Club: 5 books to inspire you in 2021

Looking for a dose of business inspiration this New Year? Rieva Lesonsky recommends five books to inspire you in 2021.

January 20, 2021

Why entrepreneurs lose their passion for business

Business coach Carolin Soldo explains why entrepreneurs fall out of love with their businesses and how to jump into the ...

January 11, 2021

The secret to effective communication? Know your audience

While technology tools can facilitate communication, they will never replace it. The key to effective communication is k...

December 30, 2020

How to onboard employees when working remotely

How do you welcome an employee you've never met? Here's what you need to know about remote onboarding.

December 21, 2020

5 ways to adapt your recruitment strategy for remote talent

For a new normal, you need to reinvent your recruiting style. Here are five remote recruiting tips to help hire top tale...

October 6, 2020

Seven characteristics of an effective mentor

Mentorship is a good way to bring more youth into the industry, retain more employees, and advance individual careers. R...

October 6, 2020

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Incentive compensation that motivates

Motivational incentive compensation can help companies meet their goals during challenging economic times, as well as wh...

October 5, 2020

5 Things you need to know about compliance with freelancer laws

If your company relies on a mix of full-time staff and freelancers, here's what you need to know about navigating compli...

July 2, 2020

Leverage business teams to accelerate your business success

Business teams can transform productivity, results, and growth. Here are six common myths and how to avoid them to take ...

June 25, 2020

GAIN Capital: ‘Coronavirus has waved goodbye to micro-managers. This needs to be an era of trust’

The Global Head of HR at GAIN Capital shares how the company swiftly adapted to working from home and how her focus has ...

June 4, 2020

Understanding pay stubs: 7 tips to help your employees

Understanding pay stubs can be confusing for employees. Follow these seven tips to make things clearer for them and save...

May 27, 2020

Maximize employee productivity during times of uncertainty

Employee productivity can drop during times of uncertainty. Here are some tips on raising employee productivity during a...

May 20, 2020

6 ways to maintain employee engagement when working remotely

Employee engagement is one of the key parts of running a business. Here are some tips to help you keep your employees en...

April 17, 2020

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How great leaders align communication and collaboration during uncertainty

Tips to foster and inspire collaboration and communication from your business teams during times of uncertainty.

April 8, 2020

5 tips to keep your small business moving during uncertainty

Winston Churchill once said, “Difficulties mastered are opportunities won.” Here are 5 tips to help your small business ...

March 24, 2020

Six workforce trends reshaping your business

How to take advantage of workforce trends to maximize your business's success, and the role of technology in making it p...

March 10, 2020

How to survive tax season

Accountants, how do you survive tax season this year? Check out these ten easy tips to help you not only survive but thr...

March 2, 2020

Attending a Sage conference? Here are 8 tips to network like a pro

Attending a Sage conference? Here are 8 networking tips to help you develop new relationships and discover new business ...

February 4, 2020

3 tips to lead your team to success

Leading isn't as simple as claiming to be a leader. Others need to feel your leadership. Here are some tips for leading ...

August 26, 2019

How to eliminate paycheck errors and keep your staff happy

There’s little room for mistakes when it comes employee paychecks. Discover how accurate payroll data can support the gr...

March 28, 2019

6 ways to error-proof the payroll process for small business owners

Put an end to your payroll headaches. Virginia Dannelly explores 6 key benefits of managing your HR and payroll process ...

March 1, 2019

5 ways to empower the next generation of accountants

Sandra Wiley of Boomer Consulting, Inc. shares expert advice on motivating and engaging the NextGen leaders in accounting.

January 29, 2019

5 business lessons entrepreneurs can learn from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Discover how harnessing the lessons from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. can help you adapt and grow your business in the mo...

January 18, 2019