Businesses increasingly getting involved in social issues

Companies used to avoid hot-button social issues, fearing that any strong stance could alienate customers and staff. Now, executives say it is far more risky to stay silent. The debate over state laws illustrates a new reality of business, in which corporate activism isn’t just encouraged but expected. More from the Wall Street Journal.

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More small businesses are cashing out and getting record sales price

An increased number of small business owners are cashing out and getting record sales prices on their exit plans, according to BizBuySell.com’s latest quarterly Insight Report. More from Small Business Trends.

Florida wins contest for OneWeb satellite manufacturing facility

OneWeb Ltd, a privately owned startup bankrolled by Richard Branson's Virgin Group and other well-known firms, will build a factory to mass produce small satellites near NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. More from Reuters and Space News.

Florida’s women leaders focus on growth and balance

At the same time women are starting and growing businesses in record numbers, they also are confronting an always-on culture that brings new challenges. For company leaders, there is an unspoken expectation to be on-call 24/7 while staying passionate about business goals and instilling passion in their teams. More from the Miami Herald.

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Empowering staff benefits managers and companies

The days of telling workers precisely what and how to do their jobs are over. We managers must embrace the desire of this new generation to be empowered. More from Jerry Osteryoung.