“It’s the right thing to do” may not hold much weight for a small business owner who is trying to cover payroll, pay a building lease and turn a profit. But there’s more to reducing, reusing and recycling than just feeling warm and fuzzy about your environmental choices. Here are four advantages that businesses, particularly… Read more
How often do you reexamine your company culture? According to Gallup’s State of the American Workplace report, 51 percent of the U.S. workforce is not engaged with their jobs. A lack of engagement can lead to a devastating domino effect on businesses, causing high turnover rates, negative feelings in the workplace and, ultimately, muddling the… Read more
At Kabbage, pets are people too. Our pet-friendly Atlanta office gives us lots of opportunities to show our “kritters” love (as seen in our many Instagram posts dedicated to them!). It’s become standard to see Kabbage kritters at lunch, in team meetings or at our companywide Town Hall meetings to provide some entertainment and affection…. Read more
When poor relationships exist between coworkers, productivity is more likely to be waylaid by tensions, inter-office conflicts, and ineffective communication. In contrast, when coworkers know and respect each other — and know how to work together effectively — the entire company runs more smoothly and efficiently. Good relationships between coworkers also boosts morale, which can… Read more
Small businesses are the cornerstone of America, so it’s important to give back to your local communities by supporting your local small business. Kabbage asked small businesses owners how they support their communities. As a small business owner, how do you give back to your local community? “I give back by tutoring foster children on… Read more
What is a strong team? A team that is driven, where every member plays an equal role, one that shares a strong bond with each other, one in which everyone is learning, growing and satisfied. If you go on Google and search for tips to run a successful startup, one of the first things to… Read more
April is National Stress Awareness month, and to help small business owners manage their stress, Kabbage spoke with other small business owners on their own experiences with stress. These owners shared their experiences as well as gave advice on how to manage stress. What techniques or tips would you give new small business owners on… Read more
Employees and employers alike have all experienced stress in the workplace and it can be hard to manage at times. Here are five ways employees can take action to ease their stress and five ways small business owners can help them do so without hurting their budget. If you’re an employee, try these tips to… Read more
You know that charitable giving must be done without a direct expectation of receiving something tangible in return. At the same time, your business could expect to enjoy many indirect rewards when you donate to worthy causes. Companies can improve their communities, increase employee morale and get other community members to take notice. Both large… Read more
Naturally, charitable organizations hope to benefit from corporate donations. Savvy business leaders also know that corporate donations can provide their business with benefits too. For instance, charitable giving can help generate goodwill, improve morale and provide opportunities to network with other leaders. You might only associate a charitable donation with writing a check, however, many… Read more
