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Business Smarts: Avoiding Scams Takes Effort

Many of us hear about scams and wonder how anyone could fall victim to them.…

Policy: Time to Streamline Sales Tax

As our culture evolves and the internet continues dominating our lives, we need to make…

Diversity: Where Do We Start?

Congratulations! Your employer has confirmed a commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives and has named…

Policy: Paving the Way Forward

“What are we going to do about our roads and bridges?” I’ve heard it from…

Ask Anne: Quality Time with Your Boss

  Dear Readers, It’s Top of the Town month, which brings to mind all kinds…

Business Smarts: Working with Unhappy Customers

One of the Better Business Bureau’s most important functions is providing a bridge between customers…

Prescription Drug Monitoring Program Overdue

I expected that, by the time this article was published, the Missouri General Assembly would…

Getting More from Online Reviews

Businesses know all too well the power that can come with online reviews, whether good…

Small Business HR Simplified

Dear Anne, I own a company that has grown and is now employing 14 team…

The 'Why' Behind Diversity and Inclusion Efforts in Business

  Many companies nationwide have stated a commitment to diversity, yet that commitment, and how…

Business Smarts: Real Estate Resources

Mid-Missouri has a strong real estate market, and some would say this is a good…

Ask Anne: Making Your Move

Dear Anne,   I’m very excited about a job opportunity in a company that will take…