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Have Yourself a Very Techie Christmas
Updated for 2019 on Dec 5, 2019 Need to find some Secret Santa gifts for techies? Looking for the best gifts for geeks? Or maybe you’re trying to figure out what…
Read MoreFrontier Airlines failed me. Here’s what I learned about business:
In a money-based society, business is who we are. It’s how we show up in the world. It’s the local gift shop where you buy a card to tell someone you love them. It’s the hair stylist who becomes a trusted confidant over the years. It’s the person who builds a website so your passion project can fly. It’s how we shelter ourselves, how we eat, and how we try to have a little fun along the way.
Read MoreHow coworking can help you attract and retain top talent
Employees value flexibility at work just as much as benefits and pay. Giving your people the option to work at a coworking space is a great way to keep them happy, motivated, and purposeful.
Read MoreWhy we’re doing away with “FOMO” marketing
We’re fed up with the FOMO, a nasty social media side effect that leads to dissatisfaction and unhappiness. Here’s how we are going to change our marketing strategy…
Read MoreMember Spotlight: Kevin Maillet
A true New Bedford native, Kevin worked his way from selling swordfish in restaurant kitchens to crunching data at national banks. Kevin’s story is inspiring, and he is on a mission to empower others to embark on a career in data science.
Read MoreHow to travel the world and keep your job: Jenna Winn on working a Remote Year
“A lot of people who find Remote Year are also going through a transition in life and looking for a change, whether it is a break up, a new job, wanting to make new friends etc., they are looking for something new and I think that in itself makes people more open to each other and to adventure.”
Read MoreTax Tips for Freelancers and Small Business Owners
We recently hosted a tax panel with a CPA and Financial Planner. Here are their top tax tips for freelancers and small business owners.
Read MoreTeams that Thrive: EforAll
EforAll exemplifies teamwork– not only amongst themselves, but in the way they involve the community in all aspects of their programs: from mentoring, to reading applications, to interviews. It is always fun to watch the members of each accelerator cohort grow to know and support each other on their journey.
Read MoreTeams that Thrive: GotChew Food Delivery
“No matter what happens, whether it’s petty fights or major disagreements on important decisions, don’t let that get in the way of your friendship and cloud your judgement about the matter at hand. Your team is your biggest support in your endeavor and you’re all working towards the same goal.”
Read MoreTeams that Thrive: South Coast Almanac
“Don’t let things fester. Talk it through. A team can be like a family so there is a tendency to let slights/resentments build up. Don’t let that happen. Just calmly put it out there when you’re not happy about something. It may not change things, but it will avoid the accumulation of quiet negativity which kills things.”
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