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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How to Provide Great Customer Service During a Crisis

When things are going wrong, it’s important to know how to communicate with your customers effectively. Here are six ways you can provide great customer service during a crisis.

START » STARTUP

How to Start a Nonprofit Business

Nonprofits can be a significant source of good in the community, but starting one is not easy. If you’re considering launching a nonprofit organization, here are seven steps you can take.

START » STRATEGY

Famous Quotes About Overcoming Adversity

During challenging times, we can spiral into fear and worry or use the situation to make us stronger. Here are seven quotes from famous people who’ve done the latter.

START » STARTUP

Famous Entrepreneurs Describe Their Biggest Failures

No one is an overnight success, and failure is an inevitable part of the entrepreneurial journey. See what seven famous entrepreneurs had to say about their biggest failures. 

START » STRATEGY

Coronavirus Best Practices for Small Businesses

The coronavirus has caused problems for many small businesses across the U.S. Here are some best practices you can follow to manage the situation for your employees and customers.

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How to Drive Traffic to Your Website

Many businesses struggle to drive more traffic to their website. If you’re not getting as much traffic as you’d like, these five strategies will help. 

RUN » HUMAN RESOURCES

How to Keep Employees Calm During Coronavirus Pandemic

Panic is mounting across the U.S. in response to COVID-19. Here are some tips for small business owners looking to manage coronavirus fears among employees.

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Best Tools to Track Employee Engagement

Creating an engaged workplace is no small feat, but it’s worth the effort. If you’re struggling in this area, the following employee engagement tools can help.

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What is Earned Media?

Your audience is getting tired of seeing paid ads every time they log into their social media accounts. Learn how to make an impact on potential customers with earned media. 

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How to Use Social Media for Public Relations

It’s important for businesses to think about how they can use social media as part of a their PR strategy. Here are six ways to use social media for public relations.