Learn to be a great leader, learn what you need to know about the third letter of the alphabet, and learn which state is the best place to start a small business in the first Talking Small Biz Weekly Roundup of August.

Employees

• Fire an Employee Nicely. Here’s How. – Having to let an employee go is never an easy thing to do, but there is a nice way to do it.
• 7 Tips On Creating Workplace Motivation – Motivating employees can be a real pain in the butt. Here are some tips to make your rear hurt a little less.
• What to Do When Employees Steal Your Ideas – Employee theft of intellectual property is an issue you need to consider.

General

• 10 Reasons why you should work for yourself – Yet another set of reasons why you should be an entrepreneur.
• 5 Questions Every Business Owner Should Answer Before They Try To Grow Their Business – Ask these before you go down the path of growth.
• Seven questions to ask before you go solo – Questions to ponder if you are wondering if being an entrepreneur is right for you.
• 7 Traits of Truly Inspiring Leaders – Do you share any/all of these traits?
• Crisis Management: 3 Things You Must Do – When it hits the fan, get a grip by following these three critical steps.

Startups

• 5 Cs Every Start-up Needs to Succeed – Time to learn a little about the third letter in the alphabet, from a business prospective.
• America’s Friendliest Places for Starting a Business – Consider these states if you are looking for a good place to start a small business.