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Winning Workplaces: A nonprofit providing small and midsize employers with proven, practical and affordable people practices. If you like what you read, consider making a donation. INTRODUCTION How are small businesses doing? How well can they do in 2010? And what impact will this have on our economic recovery? These questions are top of mind for owners and leaders of small firms. We hope to provide some answers in this issue. Don't miss our inside look at some of the trends we're seeing among current applicants for our Top Small Company Workplaces competition. Also, this month's interview subject, Robert Spector, shares why he thinks "mom and pop" stores are experiencing a comeback. Thanks for reading. If you like our coverage, I encourage you to forward this newsletter to a colleague or friend using the "Share" button at the top or bottom of this page. Sincerely, Mark Harbeke, Editor
Bailard Inc.'s competitive advantage has come from doing what's necessary to hold onto staff, which helps maintain longstanding client relationships. 
Read how the 2010 applicant pool for our recognition project performs on some key metrics, and see how this year's pool compares to those from prior years.
Author Robert Spector shares why he thinks small, family-owned firms are making a comeback and are poised to lead our economic recovery. 
Q: I run a small business and am committed to refocusing some of our 2010 efforts on growth. In particular I would like to improve our brand awareness and I'd like to do this in a way that is aligned with our corporate values. I've heard a lot about corporate outreach and am considering such an approach. What do I need to know?
Donna Fenn, author of Alpha Dogs, is back with Upstarts, which provides insights into entrepreneurs under 30 who are forming innovative companies to create and serve niches, creating competitive advantage in the process in both sales and recruiting. A collection of research finds that nationally, significant per-person costs and overall job losses could come as a result of the current healthcare reform legislation. A Tax Preparation Service allows qualified employees to use the services of a local tax preparation provider at the company’s expense or subsidized by the company. This tool kit makes the case for why this practice makes sense from a benefit standpoint and addresses facilitation concerns such as cost, administration, promotion and payment. It also includes a sample Tax Preparation Coupon. |
 TOP SMALL COMPANY WORKPLACES 2010Winning Workplaces and Inc. Magazine are collaborating to recognize "Top Small Company Workplaces" that have built corporate cultures that foster a productive work environment and satisfied employees. Winners of this award will be featured in Inc. in June 2010. NEW ON OUR WEBSITETake our Web Poll: How do you handle missed work from inclement weather? CONSULTINGWe don't just write about Winning Workplaces – we're out there working with firms that need help so they can become better workplaces and reap the productivity and profitability results that come with it. Contact us for a free 30-minute consultation about your workplace. Call us at 847-328-9798 or at the link below. WINNING WORKPLACES 2.0Join our social networks! Comment on our blog! Here are some of our latest topics:
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