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How to use AI as a business coach

Building an effective AI business coach requires multiple rounds of iteration, our guest columnist recommends.

How to find the right buyer for your business

A well-run competitive process sends an immediate signal to the market that you are a serious seller with options, our guest columnist writes.

How to navigate a leadership transition

Whether you followed a step-by-step plan to climb the career ladder or you took a long, circuitous path to reach the leadership seat, our guest contributors recommend designing a strategic exit plan for yourself.

Getting a grip on the art of the handshake in business settings

There is definitely a right way and a wrong way to shake hands, our guest columnist writes in this handy guide.
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How to conquer clutter and stay focused at work

For anyone feeling overwhelmed by clutter, our columnist offers a few simple steps to get started.

Ask ACE: My company cannot afford a sustainability officer. What is a practical, first-step action we can afford now?

For many Maine small businesses, sustainability isn’t a separate initiative — it shows up in everyday decisions, including choosing your bank.

No laughing matter: How to bring humor to the workplace

If you’re trying to bring more laughter to work, our columnist suggests sticking to safer jokes and being careful with imitations.

How to enrich your workplace through community engagement

Volunteerism is a strategic investment in both people and place, the leader of a Portland-based nonprofit writes in this guest column.
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Ask ACE: My construction project involves subcontractors and needs to stay on schedule. Any advice?

Most schedule problems build from smaller breakdowns: unclear scope, poor handoffs, missing materials, bad sequencing or delayed decisions.

Scents and sensibility: Why personal habits matter in professional settings

Thoughtful self-awareness about personal hygiene goes a long way in today's shared workspaces and meeting environments, our guest columnists write.
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