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How To Make The Best Of A Bad Decision QUESTION:  I am in a position of authority that requires me to make hard decisions that directly influence the success of our business. My... Read more

 QUESTION:  Of all the pitfalls in running a business, which do you consider the most common and how can I avoid making these mistakes?  ANSWER:  As a small business owner, you... Read more

Environmental, social, and governance issues, the contemporary term for which is “sustainability”, are now playing a much more prominent role in Corporate America. Consumers are... Read more

 Q: I have invested a lot of time and money developing our company website. However, to the best of my knowledge, I can’t attribute one sale to this marketing tool. How do I turn... Read more

Q: I am considering the purchase of a business. What information should I ask for from the current owner?  A: What you are asking is commonly referred to as doing your “Due... Read more

Interestingly, more and more articles in the business literature are embracing failure. Seems counterintuitive, right? So why is failure becoming so popular? As Jeff Bezos, the... Read more

Ask SCORE By: Gray Poehler, Business Counselor   Q: I am working harder than ever but can’t seem to increase my sales. Other than cutting prices what can you suggest?  A: I can’t... Read more

Q: I am thinking about starting a business but don’t know what steps I should take. Can you give me some direction in this regard? A: Whether your business is located in Collier... Read more

Some have labeled it "the worst problem in the retail industry". It may be a bit of hyperbole, but the costs of employee turnover are not to be discounted. One national study... Read more

Q: Given the disastrous effects of the two most recent hurricanes on both individuals and businesses, what can one do mitigate the financial impact of a natural disaster?  A:  In... Read more