Great bosses exhibit empathy, communicate effectively, act with integrity, make decisive choices, and empower their teams.

Micromanagement is the killer of initiative, creativity and morale in all organizations – for profit or nonprofit, large and small. Micro-managers are characterized by the display of excessive control and close monitoring of every detail of their employees' work.

In both personal and professional settings, changing attitudes and behaviors is often necessary for growth, success, and adaptability. Whether you’re a leader in a business, a nonprofit, an educator, or simply someone looking to inspire positive change in others, the process of altering established attitudes and behaviors can be challenging.

Aligning everyday work with your business strategy is crucial for longterm success.

Employee morale is a key indicator of the health of your company. Your employees’ motivation and participation are the foundation on which your success rests, so there’s hardly anything more important than to make sure they’re feeling good.

Tom Brady and Bill Belichick were a dynamic duo and widely regarded as one of the greatest partnerships in NFL history. They led the New England Patriots to six Super Bowl victories, showcasing their remarkable ability to build and inspire winning teams. We’ll explore some of Brady and Belichick’s key attributes on building teams that excel under pressure and consistently achieve greatness.

Running a small business requires perseverance, passion, and a willingness to adapt. Yet, one of the biggest challenges small-business owners face is recognizing when a particular strategy, product, or process is no longer working — a concept often humorously referred to as the “dead horse theory.” However, in business, people often continue to “beat the dead horse,” pouring time, money, and resources into efforts that are no longer viable.

What is the most common mistake in launching a small business? Running, before crawling and walking.

In the competitive world of retail, excellent customer service is a key differentiator that can set your store apart from the competition.

LinkedIn is a powerful platform that can enhance your professional networking, job search, and career growth. It has become the go-to platform among many who focus on business-to-business solutions. The question is how and when to use it effectively and are there alternatives to this most popular social media platform?

Meetings are an essential part of any organization’s workflow, but they can easily become time-consuming and unproductive if not managed well. This applies to any size or type of organization. To make the most out of every meeting, it's crucial to follow best practices that ensure they are both efficient and effective. Here’s a guide to help you conduct meetings that drive results and respect everyone’s time.

Commercial businesses use the life cycle concept when planning their future strategic moves. Nonprofits can apply the same principles as they look to their future to achieve their mission.     

Knowing where you are in the life cycle will help nonprofit leadership with insights to drive your board development, fundraising, and organizational development strategy.  Research has shown that for-profit and nonprofit organizations move through predictable life cycle stages and development milestones.  This is important because there are significant events at each stage that are crucial for

Tips from SCORE are published weekly in the Cape Cod Times, furnishing Small Businesses with timely advice on managing and operating their companies.

An amazing compilation of How To's for the small business owner.

This handbook is a comprehensive guide to starting and running a small business on Cape Cod & the Islands. You'll learn everything from naming and structuring your business to pricing, marketing, operations and financing.

State of Massachusetts Business Resources

Demographic and statistical resources for Cape Cod.

Step by step checklist for starting a small business in Massachusetts - Including weblinks to Business Naming, Filing & Licensing & Insurance Requirements, Web Domains