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Newsletter #42: Research: Why Your Board Needs a Long-Tenured Director
Sue Mysko
December 12, 2024
SCALE UP Newsletter #42
Welcome to Scale Up, the smarter way to grow with fractional executives.
In this edition:
🤖 The Top AI Voice Conferences in 2025
🚀 Buy A Business, Or Start From Scratch. The Pros And Cons
🎁 25 Gift Ideas for People Who Work From Home
Let’s dive right in. 👇🏼
Research: Why Your Board Should Include a Long-Tenured Director
Having experienced independent directors on corporate boards can be a great way to improve company performance and minimize outside risks.
However, it’s important to find the right balance. If a board has too many long-serving directors, it could lead to them becoming too set in their ways and less open to new ideas.
The Top AI Voice Conferences in 2025
As AI technology continues to evolve, it's being used in many different areas. AI voice is quickly becoming one of the most popular uses of this technology.
Attending voice conferences is a fantastic way to stay updated and learn more about this exciting development. Learn more about the top AI voice conferences happening in 2025.
Buy A Business, Or Start From Scratch. The Pros And Cons
When it comes to becoming an entrepreneur, many people face a big decision: should they start a brand-new business from scratch or buy an existing one?
There are several compelling reasons why some aspiring entrepreneurs opt to purchase an established business.
This article dives into some key factors that make buying a business an attractive option.
Hello Alice Has Dispersed $50M In Grant Funding To Small Business Owners Since 2020
Hello Alice’s commitment to supporting small businesses stayed strong even during tough times.
Founded in 2017 by Elizabeth Gore and Carolyn Rodz, Hello Alice aims to help small businesses grow and succeed. This dedication was obvious in 2020 when they faced a financial setback due to the cancellation of South by Southwest (SXSW) because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rather than go ahead with a large marketing campaign, Hello Alice chose to redirect those funds to create a grant program, providing vital support to small business owners during a difficult period.
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Small Businesses Are Struggling in This Densely Populated U.S. State — and Thriving in These Others
In 2024, the U.S. is seeing around 430,000 new business applications each month.
Where you set up shop can have a big impact on how well a small business does over time.
So, which states in the U.S. are the best for new entrepreneurs?
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25 Gift Ideas for People Who Work From Home
If you know someone who could use an upgrade to their home office (or you want to treat yourself!), check out this Wired article.
It has some great gift ideas to make working from home even better.
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