
Dan Sorensen
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Feb 14, 2025
Apply these principles to stay relevant and keep up with the care and concerns of your community of followers. There are so many daily responsibilities that an entrepreneur will need to juggle effectively if they plan to grow their business past the five-year milestone. Hiring a reliable, capable team is the first step to taking some of the load off. To stay connected with current clients and potentially reach new ones in today's digital world, one area that companies cannot afford to sleep on is developing a regular social media presence that engages and educates consumers about the brand. Here, 18 leading experts from Fast Company Executive Board each weigh in on one best practice every busy entrepreneur must implement (and why), no matter what.

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Starting any business comes with legal hurdles. Here's how to navigate regulations and permits to set your venture up for success. Launching a new business is an exciting milestone, but navigating the maze of regulations, permits, and legal requirements can be frustrating (and confusing). These challenges, which often vary by industry and location, can create significant roadblocks for new business owners. To help, Fast Company Executive Board members have actionable strategies you can use to overcome these early-stage hurdles with confidence. By following the tips and best practices outlined below, you can streamline the launch process and set a strong foundation for success.

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Choose the best tools and technologies for driving your company’s growth and operational efficiency with the help of expert-endorsed strategies. Having the right tools and technologies can help your company grow and increase its operational efficiency. However, when choosing solutions, the number of options can be overwhelming. To help you make an informed decision, 20 members of Fast Company Executive Board share their top strategies for evaluating tools and technologies. With these tips, you can assess and select tools that best streamline your operations and foster sustainable growth.

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To blog or not to blog—if you're leaning toward the former, follow these tips to maximize your content's impact. Many businesses use blogs to share their insights, boost SEO, and connect with their target audience. Similarly, newsletters—which often include links and information from blog content—can put businesses top-of-inbox and top-of-mind for readers. However, simply publishing a blog or newsletter won't guarantee success; you'll need to carefully consider your content and overall approach. Below, the members of Fast Company Executive Board share the top benefits of business blogs and newsletters. They also discuss tried-and-true strategies for keeping your content fresh and interesting over time, ensuring your blog and/or newsletter continues to make its intended impact week after week.

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If your loyal customer base isn't enough to keep your doors open in a challenging market, here are a few strategies to change your luck. Running a business is no easy feat, especially when faced with factors outside of an owner's control—such as high rents, supply chain challenges, and stiff competition. Despite your loyal customer base and quality service, you may still struggle to keep your business afloat. For business owners facing these tough realities, Fast Company Executive Board members share practical advice and creative strategies that can offer new paths forward. Read on to find helpful tips to weather obstacles and find new ways to sustain your vision in the community.

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In today's workplace, practicing the importance of self-awareness starts from the top down. The strength of a successful business relies upon the people who are responsible for its daily operations. But building a power team starts from the top down. Therefore, leaders must set higher standards for themselves first if they expect others to follow in their footsteps to meet the expectations and mission of their business. Self-awareness will also play a key factor in every leader's journey because if they are unaware of the negative energy they are spreading across their workforce, it may drive top talent away. Here, 15 Fast Company Executive Board members each discuss one seemingly harmless habit an executive may have that could be harming their business, and why it can make such a difference in the team's perspective of who they truly represent.