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How ToHow to buy time — and save money — with a tax extension
Updated: March 31, 2025If you don’t know how the extension process works, you could end up paying penalties or interest unnecessarily.
Updated: March 31, 2025
Ask ACEAsk ACE: What management practices will maximize respect and minimize rudeness at work?
Updated: March 24, 2025Rudeness in the workplace contributes to workplace stress, burnout, decreased productivity and high turnover.
Updated: March 24, 2025
How toHow to determine if you're financially fit to retire
Updated: March 21, 2025Before you decide to enter this next chapter, here are four things you can do today.
Updated: March 21, 2025
How ToHow to cut costs while going green
Updated: March 18, 2025While Maine employers already have a lot to worry about these days, climate change should not be overlooked as an urgent priority.
Updated: March 18, 2025
How ToHow to maximize workforce development efforts for workers, employers and communities
March 17, 2025Workforce training isn’t just an expense — it’s an investment in the future, writes guest columnist John Lewis. When done right, it strengthens businesses, creates economic opportunities and helps individuals build rewarding careers.
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How ToHow to get the most out of serving on a board
March 13, 2025Board recruitment is a top challenge, writes guest columnist Judy Parkhill. There’s a chronic need for board members to provide the kind of support and strategic direction that so many nonprofits need.
March 13, 2025
How ToHow the way you use your voice can help you communicate more effectively
March 10, 2025As a visual culture — video games, movies, i-everything — It’s easy to forget how effective our voice can be in amplifying our presence.
March 10, 2025
Ask ACEAsk ACE: How do I help my business run effectively without being involved in everything?
Updated: March 10, 2025The key to stepping back without chaos is structure, delegation and trust in the right people.
Updated: March 10, 2025
How to build a startup in Maine, from concept to capital
Updated: March 3, 2025Even the simplest business concept can grow into a profitable venture with the right effort and execution.
Updated: March 3, 2025
How ToHow much money do you need to start a business?
February 26, 2025It’s annoying that to start a company to make money, you need money. Sure, someone started an antique shop with a quarter in her pocket, but that is an exception.
February 26, 2025
How ToTips and tricks to avoid headaches during tax season
Updated: February 26, 2025An earlier filing means you can get your refund sooner, or have more time to pay any more tax due.
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Building a resilient business: Strategies for growth and employee engagement
Updated: February 21, 2025Equipping your team with well-defined procedures is vital for empowering employees and allowing them to grow.
Updated: February 21, 2025 
How ToHow to build trust and generate leads at your website
Updated: February 14, 2025Guest columnist Rich Brooks urges businesses to drop the stock photos and show real people interacting with products or the team.
Updated: February 14, 2025
Ask ACEAsk ACE: What about hiring interns to solve some staffing shortages?
Updated: February 10, 2025Internships can provide a pipeline for future talent while offering an affordable way to tackle projects, writes ACE columnist Francis Eberle.
Updated: February 10, 2025
How ToHow to convert remote workers into Maine workers
Updated: February 6, 2025By converting remote workers into local employees, we strengthen our businesses, communities and economy, writes guest columnist Katie Shorey.
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How to introduce AI into your business (without scaring your team)
Updated: February 4, 2025Just like the early days of social media, there have been plenty of horror stories about AI-generated content.
Updated: February 4, 2025
