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Sep 2023
37m 45s

491 – Listener Q&A - Small Business Oper...

Henry Lopez
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Listener Q&A - Small Business Operations: Henry Lopez answers listener's small business questions related to small business operations. 

Show notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/491-small-business-operations/

This is a special Listener Small Business Question & Answer episode! We have gathered some of the great questions our listeners have submitted related to the on-going operations of a small business through the Listener Survey, and Henry answers these questions on this episode of the How of Business podcast.

This group of questions are about the operations of a business, from what it means to create processes and procedures to hiring and retaining the best staff for your small business.

Episode Index:

[0:00] - Overview of the Components, Departments or Areas of Small Business Operations. [8:05] - What does it really mean to create Processes and procedures? Does everything have to be written down in a formal format? [21:14] - What are the Duties and Responsibilities of a Small Business CEO? [28:30] - How to hire the best talent? Where do you look and what does a small business offer to keep their talented employees?

Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business and entrepreneurs. Find the best podcast, resources and trusted service partners for small business owners and entrepreneurs at our website https://TheHowOfBusiness.com  

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