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When you’re running a small business, losing a good team member hits hard. The time it takes to recruit, the cost of onboarding, the knowledge that walks out the door - none of it is easy to absorb.

And unlike big companies, you can’t always throw money at the problem. You’re not sitting on a bench of backups or a hefty HR department. When someone leaves, it’s personal, and the ripple effects can slow the whole business down.

But here’s what small businesses often forget: people rarely leave just for more money. They leave because they feel stuck. Because they can’t see a future for themselves in the business. Because no one’s talked to them about development since their first week. Or because they feel invisible, like they’re doing a job, not building a career.

And that’s where small businesses have a hidden advantage. You don’t need to create layers of hierarchy or endless promotion tracks. You just need to show people they’re worth investing in.

So what if you made that investment?

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