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What to Expect for Your Small Business During the Government Shutdown

Beginning on Saturday, December 22nd, 2018 at midnight, the United States government began its second shutdown of the year. The shutdown, which came about as a result of the government being unable to decide on a spending deal, is still going strong well into 2019.

Federal agencies are closed, the economy is frozen, and federal and military personnel are not receiving pay. As a result, businesses and individuals that need government assistance during the shutdown may experience delays and setbacks until the government reopens. But, as a business owner, what things should you be aware of and prepared for during the shutdown?

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How the Shutdown May Affect Your Business

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Can you believe that 2019 is already here? We can’t, but we’re excited to see what the new year has in store!

We already covered how to prepare your business for a new year, but what about preparing on a personal level instead of professional? Getting your mind in the right headspace can make all the difference between a good year or a great one.

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What are the best ways to get your brain in shape for 2019? We have some ideas…

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“If there’s a way to do it better…Find it.” - Thomas Edison

It can probably be said that every business out there uses writing. Because of this, it’s important to know how one should write for a business – after all, communicating in a work environment is a little different than communicating in one’s personal life.

We used our experience and a bit of research to come up with some suggestions on how you can improve your professional communications.

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Our Tips for Better Business Communications and Writing

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Getting Your Business Ready for 2019

As 2018 comes to a close, it’s time to start thinking about next year and what a new year will bring for your business. Get a head start by evaluating exactly what your business needs and where your business is headed so you know exactly what to expect in 2019!

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How to Plan for 2019

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year…

The holidays are fast approaching. It’s already December, which means it’s just a matter of weeks until Christmas. As a business owner, it’s high-time to get your business ready to face the hustle and bustle of the holiday season looming in the future.

But how exactly can you plan for the season? We put together a survival guide designed to help you fortify your business (and your mind!) for the upcoming holidays.

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Tips for Surviving the Holiday Season

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Getting Ready for Black Friday 2018

Thanksgiving is this Thursday, and you know what that means – Black Friday is the day after! As a business owner, Black Friday is the perfect day for you to make some massive sales at the hands of consumers who are Christmas shopping or taking advantage of the incredible deals. Jump on board and offer some savings to your customers. The outcome should be more than worth it!

To help your business benefit from Black Friday this year, we put together the best plan of action for making the most of the post-Thanksgiving shopping craze.

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Ways to Prepare Your Business for Black Friday 2018

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Shape tomorrow by voting today.

The midterm elections are drawing near. This November 6th, one-third of the seats in the Senate and all the seats in the House of Representatives go up for grabs. Additionally, many states will be voting to elect new governors, mayors, and other officers to their state legislatures.

Many people seem to think that their one vote can’t possibly make a difference, but it does. Your voice and your opinions today are what help mold the future. Voting is a civic right of the people to make the decision of who they want as their leader – don’t be afraid to get out there and speak up!
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“When black cats prowl and pumpkins gleam, may luck be yours on Halloween…”

It’s already October, and that means Halloween is almost upon us! It’s never too early to start preparing for this year’s October 31st, so we put together a list of our favorite Halloween and autumn inspired events. We highly recommend going to at least one on this list – but if you can, they’re all fantastic!
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An In-Depth Look at the Fireworks Focused Expo Held in Wichita, KS

In mid-September, the National Fireworks Association, or NFA, held their annual trade show right here in Wichita, KS. The expo took place at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Wichita and featured over 100 businesses from across the globe.

Beginning on Monday the 10th and lasting until Friday the 14th, the expo held multiple seminars and demonstrations every day. From 8 to 10 each night, the expo ended the day with a “product demonstration” – a fancy name for a series of stunning firework shows.
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“Believe in something. Even if it means sacrificing everything.”

On September 3rd, for the 30th anniversary of their “Just Do It” campaign, Nike inspired controversy with their latest advertisements. Sticking with their 2011 endorsement of the football player, Colin Kaepernick’s face adorns the Nike ads in a daring marketing move by the multinational athleticwear company.
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