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Business Planning & Operations
Practical business planning and operations advice for small and growing businesses. Explore strategic planning, processes, dashboards, priorities, business systems and practical ways to build a more organized, scalable and effective business.


How to Plan Employee Pay Increases When Your Budget Is Tight
Annual pay reviews can be challenging when employees expect increases and your budget has limited room. Learn how to set an affordable budget, prioritize pay adjustments, and make decisions you can explain.

Shilo Burt
5 days ago7 min read


When Does a Small Business Need HR? 10 Signs You've Outgrown DIY HR
At what point does a small business actually need HR? It isn't just about employee count. Here are 10 signs your business may have outgrown DIY HR and how to figure out what kind of support you need.

Shilo Burt
Jul 158 min read


Why Project Dashboards Fail Leaders (And How to Fix Them)
Project dashboards should help leaders make decisions, not just report activity. Learn why dashboards fail and how clearer measures, status definitions and accountability can improve project reporting.
marcia7063
Jun 23 min read


What Is Fractional HR? A Guide for Canadian Small Businesses
Your business may need HR long before it needs a full-time HR employee. Here’s how fractional HR works, what it can help with, what it costs and how to know whether it’s right for your business.

Shilo Burt
May 78 min read
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