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    10 Things I know about ... Raising entrepreneurial kids

    Jason Reposa Updated: October 14, 2024

    You can guide kids to make good decisions, but don’t be overbearing. Don’t impose your vision on their dreams.

    Jason Reposa Updated: October 14, 2024
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    101: Best practices for onboarding new employees

    Sara Bedigian Updated: September 30, 2024

    Nearly half of new hires felt undertrained, which impacts productivity and retention. All companies should implement an onboarding program to create a successful work environment.

    Sara Bedigian Updated: September 30, 2024
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    With commercial leases, the devils are in the details

    Samantha McDonald Updated: September 30, 2024

    Do-it-yourself leasing is risky business in the commercial space, where leases vary tremendously.

    Samantha McDonald Updated: September 30, 2024
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    8 Things I know about … Cybersecurity resilience

    Janelle Drolet Updated: September 30, 2024

    Janelle Drolet, vice president of operations and sales for Framingham-based cybersecurity consulting firm Towerwall, offers some advice on cybersecurity resilience.

    Janelle Drolet Updated: September 30, 2024
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    101: How to incorporate volunteering into company initiatives

    Sara Bedigian Updated: September 16, 2024

    Traditional volunteering can provide help for projects like serving meals at shelters, and skills-based volunteering can help support nonprofits by utilizing volunteers’ professional expertise in areas such as finance or marketing.

    Sara Bedigian Updated: September 16, 2024
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    Fostering inclusivity at public events

    Victoria Mariano Updated: September 16, 2024

    To me there is nothing more beautiful than a room of extremely diverse characters having a great time together and learning from each other.

    Victoria Mariano Updated: September 16, 2024
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    7 Things I know about … Marketing for multiple brands

    Rob Luzzi Updated: September 16, 2024

    Rob Luzzi, senior director of marketing for RAVentures, offers some insight into marketing for multiple brands.

    Rob Luzzi Updated: September 16, 2024
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    The perils of ignoring your business reputation

    Julia Becker Collins Updated: September 2, 2024

    It’s time to find, manage, and respond to the criticisms leveled at your company.

    Julia Becker Collins Updated: September 2, 2024
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    101: Wedding planning etiquette in the workplace

    Sloane M. Perron Updated: September 2, 2024

    Working full-time in an office means many life milestones are often shared with coworkers.

    Sloane M. Perron Updated: September 2, 2024
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    10 Things employers should know about ... Suicide prevention

    Kacy Cerasoli Maitland Updated: September 2, 2024

    Employers should regularly review and update their policies and support systems. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to reach 24/7 support.

    Kacy Cerasoli Maitland Updated: September 2, 2024
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    Viewpoint: Restaurant trends to watch for this summer

    John Sundborg and Cristin O'Hara July 26, 2024

    Restaurant operators in Massachusetts and elsewhere have faced stiff headwinds since 2020, with a near-constant swirl of inflation, supply chain and labor challenges.

    John Sundborg and Cristin O'Hara July 26, 2024
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    101: How to build an effective team

    Sloane M. Perron Updated: July 22, 2024

    Recognizing individual strengths, outlining shared goals, and establishing clear parameters are all elements of a successful team.

    Sloane M. Perron Updated: July 22, 2024
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    4 Things I know about ... Using AI in marketing

    Julia Becker Collins Updated: July 22, 2024

    Julia Becker Collins, COO of Vision Advertising, provides some advice on using emerging AI technology to assist with marketing

    Julia Becker Collins Updated: July 22, 2024
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    Modernizing the electric grid

    Kevin Sprague Updated: July 22, 2024

    The plan complements Massachusetts’ ongoing decarbonization efforts and provides a roadmap for how we can ensure all needed infrastructure is built in an equitable fashion.

    Kevin Sprague Updated: July 22, 2024
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    10 Things I know about ... Compliance risk

    Janelle Drolet Updated: June 24, 2024

    Janelle Drolet, vice president of operations and sales for Towerwall cybersecurity consulting firm in Framingham, offers some advice regarding compliance risk.

    Janelle Drolet Updated: June 24, 2024
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    101: How to engage younger employees

    Sloane M. Perron Updated: June 24, 2024

    Companies are seeing a transformation in their workforces as Gen Z and Millennials join the ranks Baby Boomers once held. Since each generation has different characteristics, managers are using a myriad of tactics to attract younger professionals.

    Sloane M. Perron Updated: June 24, 2024