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While a traditional potluck or company outing may not be the best way to celebrate the holidays with your employees this year, there are still a variety of ways to show them your appreciation. In what has been a very tough year for many, even the smallest of gifts can help to develop loyalty. Here we take a look at five ways to show employee appreciation during the 2020 holiday season.

Black Friday and Small Business Saturday tend to steal the spotlight during the holiday season, but the reality is that Cyber Monday represents the biggest opportunity for stores to capitalize. “In 2018, digital spending on Cyber Monday surpassed Black Friday by $1.2 billion, making Cyber Monday the biggest shopping day of the year.” This is something that is all but guaranteed to ring true in 2020. Digital sales have skyrocketed over the last six months and this holiday season is likely to set records for digital sales. Getting in on the action requires preparation.

It seems like the world is moving faster than ever these days, and staying ahead is a business all in its own. But not everyone can always think about how they can keep and stay ahead. When running your small business, there may be things that come up that will make you have to shift focus. Here are a few tips that will help you on a daily basis, keep ahead of the competition, and make it look easy.

This year has brought about tremendous change in the way businesses operate and the customer experience being provided to consumers. While this year has certainly been unique, there are several trends that are sure to have staying power over the coming years. Here we’ve outlined a few trends for small business owners to keep an eye on in 2021.

There is a great deal of uncertainty in the business world today, and the best thing owners can do is be prepared. While many of us are struggling, it is important to keep a positive eye on the future and take steps to ensure the sustainability of our small businesses. Here we’ve outlined five ways to recession proof your small business.