Jamie Johnson

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About Jamie

Jamie Johnson is a Kansas City-based freelance writer who specializes in writing about small business and finance. In additional to writing for CO, she currently writes for clients like Business.com, Quicken Loans, and Business Insider.

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10 Family Businesses That Have Made it Big

Running a business isn’t easy, but building a business with your family can be even harder. Here are 10 family businesses that defied the odds and succeeded.

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Tips for Creating a Recession-Proof Business Plan

Learn the necessary steps for creating a recession-proof business plan.

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How to Write a Career Development Plan to Your Employees

Investing in the growth of your employees will help your business remain competitive and improve your employee retention. Here are seven steps you can take to get started.

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Tips for Hosting a Successful Virtual Event

Hosting a virtual event is a great way to build momentum for your company, but there is a lot of planning that goes into it. These seven tips will help you host a successful virtual event. 

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How to Prevent Employee Burnout

Burnout can lead to lost productivity and low morale among your employees. Here are five ways to prevent it.

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Free Team Communication Tools for Startups

There are tons of team collaboration apps available, but it can be hard to determine which platforms are right for your startup. Here are 9 great apps for chat, video conferencing and file sharing.

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How to Write a Resignation Letter

Resigning from a job is uncomfortable, but it’s important to get this right so you exit on good terms. Here are seven things to consider when writing your resignation letter.

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Key Elements of a Successful Personal Brand

Building a strong personal brand is one of the best ways to grow your influence and build your business. Here are the six elements of a successful personal brand.

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Best Slack Alternatives for Small Business

Slack is the top choice for many businesses when it comes to team communication. But if you’re looking for a Slack alternative, here are five excellent options to consider.

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What is Continuing Professional Development?

Continuing professional development is one of the best ways to help your employees sharpen their skills and feel more fulfilled at work. Here are some ways to help your employees apply these tools.