Friday, January 9, 2026

Larry Alton, Columnist

Larry Alton is an independent business consultant specializing in social media trends, business, and entrepreneurship. When he's not consulting, glued to a headset, he's working on one of his many business projects. Follow him on Twitter and LinkedIn.

3 considerations when marketing in an era of uncertainty

As the end of the COVID tunnel begins to brighten, marketing strategies may shift yet again - here are three thoughts to ponder going into the future.

How to keep momentum when your business is growing

Once the groundwork is laid for your business, you want to avoid plateauing if you can. Here are some tips to keep it going.

Can you manage a digital PR strategy alone?

Having a digital PR strategy is crucial in the age of social media, and many suggest getting outside help - can you do it on your own?

5 tips for a more productive morning with less distractions

Productivity is king in the office, but sometimes distractions and other issues slow you down. So what can you do to limit these factors?

3 tips for navigating entrepreneur life

Being an entrepreneur can be overwhelming at times, but here's some ways you can work smarter, not harder, to make your life easier.

5 ways to boost efficiency within your business

Efficiency is the name of the game when you run your own business, and luckily, these practices and tools will make that task much easier.

5 ways to make your small business a bit more tech savvy

In small business, the concept of utilizing cutting-edge technology feels like a pipe dream. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

What employers need to know about workers’ compensation

If you're starting or running your own business, now is a perfect time to familiarize yourself with workers' compensation insurance.