Rachel Barton

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About Rachel

Rachel Barton is a writer, editor, and social media manager who has worked with the Smithsonian Center for Folklife & Cultural Heritage, Imperic Media, Washington Square Review, and Prevention Corps. She is a sucker for novels with sprawling families and nonfiction with genre-bending tendencies.

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6 Documents to Request From the Seller When Buying a Business

Small business owners can assess the financial health and value of a possible business acquisition by requesting six particular documents from the seller.

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How to Find Businesses for Sale

You can find independent and franchised businesses for sale by working with a business broker, using sale platforms, or leveraging your network.

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What Documents Do You Need to Apply for a Small Business Loan?

Get ahead of the loan application process by preparing these documents to verify the financial health of your company.

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How to Prepare Your Business for Sale

Selling your business can stir up emotions and cause overwhelm. Here are some steps to prepare for the sale and eliminate stressors.

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How to Communicate an Employee Termination

Here’s how a business owner can prepare for the termination of an employee, including what to say and how to inform remaining employees.

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How to Improve Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Your Workplace

Follow these strategies to implement a DEI policy that helps all of your employees feel supported and respected in the workplace.

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How to Build an Effective Small Business Mentoring Program

These five steps will walk you through setting up a mentorship program that works for your business and helps your employees see their future at your company.

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How to Recruit Top Talent After Mass Tech Layoffs

Learn what the recent major tech layoffs mean for the rest of the market and what those job seekers are looking for in a new employer.

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How Reskilling and Upskilling Can Help Solve Your Business’s Talent Crisis

With upskilling and reskilling, you can use transferable skills to bridge gaps between two roles or learn advanced skills to get ahead of the competition.

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Daily Habits That Prevent Burnout for Entrepreneurs

These simple daily habits can help you stay grounded and keep you from burning out as an entrepreneur.