Practical guidance and perspectives for business owners and professionals.
67 stories · Updated automatically as reporting is publishedThe Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) manages the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and local governments must comply with FEMA requirements for property owners in their commu...
Salem Business JournalImagine your sales team as a football team. Your running back is that high-performing sales rep who can grab the lead, break through the defensive walls of the buyer, and...
Salem Business JournalA new report from the Association of Business Mentors shows that 65% of business leaders felt that the mentoring they had received helped them directly boost their revenues, and 64...
Salem Business JournalA couple of months ago, a colleague was contacted via email by a member of the board of directors of a large company. I’ll call the member Norm. He’d...
Salem Business JournalThe future of teaching has arrived at Roberts High School with artificial intelligence leading the way. Shawn Abbey, a business teacher at Roberts High School and Early College High School.....
Salem Business JournalSales leaders face challenges in enhancing their teams' performance. To address underperformance, they should diagnose root causes, set clear and measurable goals, provide targeted training,...
Salem Business JournalAs AI technology evolves, workers express concerns over job loss and security. Business owners like Stevie Fox and Lou Pereyra emphasize adaptation to AI's role in enhancing efficiency while...
Salem Business JournalThe Oregon Division of Financial Regulation warns against "affinity fraud," an investment scam exploiting trust within close groups. Fraudsters often infiltrate community organizations, misl...
Salem Business JournalA deep understanding of the buyer's journey enables sales teams to provide relevant information at each stage, enhancing discussions. Sales leaders must map touchpoints and deploy suitable r...
Salem Business JournalLas Cuatas Lokas, started by 13-year-old twins in Salem during the pandemic, originated from a passion for Mexican candy. After developing their own recipe, they gained popularity on social...
Salem Business JournalSmall Business Saturday, on November 26, 2022, is gaining popularity as Black Friday's appeal declines due to early holiday sales. Spending at independent retailers reached $23.3 billion las...
Salem Business JournalA survey of 3,351 job seekers reveals that resumes are, on average, 73% accurate in Oregon, slightly above the national rate of 72%. Finance applicants tend to have the lowest accuracy at 34...
Salem Business JournalStarting in 2023, Oregon will implement a Paid Family Medical Leave program, allowing workers to apply for paid leave starting September. This law, passed in 2019, enables up to 12 weeks of...
Salem Business JournalAs costs rise, checking with your insurance provider can uncover discounts and ensure adequate coverage. Evaluate available discounts, update your policy for life changes, confirm your home'...
Salem Business JournalThe Oregon State Capitol Foundation is initiating a search for missing portraits of former governors in Oregon to preserve state history. Many portraits were lost in a 1935 fire, while other...
Salem Business JournalThe upcoming election season will flood media with political ads, pushing controversial issues into daily conversations. Research by Silver & Shaw shows that neutrality in political dis...
Salem Business JournalSunday Scaries, also known as anticipatory anxiety, effect many individuals leading into the workweek, with 76% of Americans reporting significant pre-Monday apprehension. Symptoms range fro...
Salem Business JournalHome mortgage loans are crucial in real estate transactions, emphasizing the need for strong relationships among buyers, lenders, and realtors. Key factors affecting successful closings incl...
Salem Business JournalBe Bold Street Ministries actively addresses the increasing drug overdose crisis in the U.S., especially in Oregon, which faces high opioid abuse rates. Founded by recovered addict Matt Maci...
Salem Business JournalYou know gross margin impacts your profit, but have you considered the impact it has on the value of your company? When assessing your company’s value, acquirers and investors will...
Salem Business Journal
