Emily Suess, Author at Small Business Bonfire

Author: Emily Suess

5 Things to Do During a Summer Slump

Posted by Emily Suess | Jun 5, 2015 | Productivity, Work/Life Balance |

When sales slow, it’s the perfect opportunity to plan for your busiest seasons. Preparing now means enjoying life a little more when sales pick up again.

How to Set Employee Salaries

Posted by Emily Suess | May 18, 2015 | Employees |

Determining how much to pay an employee can be difficult, especially if you’re hiring for the first time. Start with these employee salary tips.

5 Must-Know Content Marketing Tips for Small Business

Posted by Emily Suess | Apr 28, 2015 | Business Writing, Content Marketing, Marketing, Online Business |

Content marketing can be a great tool for small businesses. These tips will get you started.

How to Get Your Groove Back After a Bad Day

Posted by Emily Suess | Apr 20, 2015 | Motivation, Productivity |

Ever have one of those days where everything goes wrong? Forget about all the things you can’t do, and start to focus on what you can do instead.

How to Start an Employee Referral Program

Posted by Emily Suess | Apr 7, 2015 | Employees |

An employee referral program can offer current employees an incentive for helping you recruit new employees.

How to Create a Wellness Program at Your Small Business

Posted by Emily Suess | Apr 2, 2015 | Employees, Work/Life Balance |

Wellness programs are great for employees and small business owners. Here are some tips for creating one at your business.

5 Downsizing Tips for Keeping Your Small Business Small

Posted by Emily Suess | Mar 24, 2015 | Business Growth, Business Planning, Employees |

There are benefits to keeping a business from growing too quickly. Here are several ways you can keep your small business small.

8 Ways Your Business Might Be Leaking Money

Posted by Emily Suess | Mar 17, 2015 | Financials |

If you’re looking to tighten up your budget, consider these places that small business owners repeatedly let money slip through their hands.

10 Signs of a Healthy Small Business

Posted by Emily Suess | Mar 10, 2015 | Business Growth, Development, Employees, Goal Setting, Operations, Starting a Business, Wellness at Work |

Can you objectively determine how well your business is doing? These 10 factors will help you assess the health of your business.

7 Big Reasons You Should Work for a Small Business

Posted by Emily Suess | Mar 2, 2015 | Employees |

There are reasons why working for Googles and Amazons might not be the smartest choice for your career. Here is why you should work with small businesses.

7 Ways to Dilute Your Brand

Posted by Emily Suess | Feb 23, 2015 | Branding, Starting a Business |

Whether you’re launching your brand or looking for new ways to breathe life to your existing brand, avoid these common mistakes that water down your message.