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Maria Tanski-Phillips

Maria creates helpful and practical content for Patriot’s marketing department. She began as a content writer in 2018.
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5 Ways to Drive Employee Career Development in the Workplace

Maria Tanski-Phillips | Jan 24, 2020

As your company grows, your employees should grow with it. But, employees can’t grow along with your business if you don’t give them the opportunity to.

  • Employee Management
  • Small Business
  • Tips
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Passing the Reins Is All in the Family for This Small Business

Maria Tanski-Phillips | Dec 13, 2019

At Patriot Software, we’re committed to providing accounting and payroll software that lets small business owners keep their time and money for what they love: running their business! Our #PatriotSpotlight customer success stories celebrate and inspire U.S. small business owners across the country. For the December small business spotlight, we spoke to Dianna Borges, owner […]

  • Patriot Spotlight
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8 Out-of-the-Box Ideas for Employee Recognition and Appreciation

Maria Tanski-Phillips | Oct 25, 2019

In today’s workplace, employee recognition and appreciation is a must. But, less than half (43%) of employers are getting it right. Companies with a solid employee recognition strategy can enjoy stronger engagement, a lower turnover rate, and happier employees. So, what’s a business owner to do? If you want to see results, you need to […]

  • Employee Management
  • Small Business
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Make Your Self-esteem Shine by Building Confidence at Work

Maria Tanski-Phillips | Aug 30, 2019

According to one source, 85% of people suffer from low self-esteem. And if you struggle with low self-esteem, your confidence in your work may suffer. If you’re like the majority, confidence is not something you’re born with. Confidence is something you gain over time. It takes time to build up self-assurance in and outside of […]

  • Small Business
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Top 5 Sales Mistakes That Can Hurt Your Startup

Maria Tanski-Phillips | Jul 19, 2019

No business is perfect. All business owners alike experience failure and make mistakes at some point. But, these missteps can sink your startup before it even gets a chance to take off. To prevent your venture from hurting, you must identify and avoid sales mistakes.

  • Small Business
  • Tips
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8 Ultimate Time-saving Tips for Small Businesses

Maria Tanski-Phillips | Jun 28, 2019

No matter how driven, focused, or hard-working you are, it’s easy to lose track of time during a hectic workday. In the blink of an eye, your day or week is over. Small business owners know this feeling all too well. To be productive and use your time wisely, tweak your routine and utilize time-saving […]

  • Small Business
  • Tips
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What Do Employees Want from Their Leaders? 7 Leadership Tips to Follow

Maria Tanski-Phillips | May 10, 2019

As an employer and leader, you have the responsibility of guiding your team of employees. Workers want and expect certain leadership qualities from you. However, they may not always tell you what they need. This begs the question, What do employees want from their leaders?

  • Small Business
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Problem-solving and Decision-making: Key Ingredients to the Best Possible Solution

Maria Tanski-Phillips | Apr 26, 2019

Problem-solving and decision-making skills are essential for any small business owner. Oftentimes, problem-solving and decision-making go hand-in-hand. And, utilizing the right decision-making and problem-solving strategies can make or break your business. Read on to learn about the importance of problem-solving and decision-making and steps to take to find the best solution for your small business. […]

  • Productivity
  • Small Business
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7 Tips for Creating a Business Logo That Accurately Represents Your Brand

Maria Tanski-Phillips | Apr 12, 2019

Creating a logo for your business is no easy task. Designing your company’s visual identity takes a lot of time and can be costly. If you want to make a good first impression to customers, craft a business logo that is timeless, easy to understand, and a representation of your brand.

  • Marketing
  • Small Business
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