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Acey Gaspard

Founder of A Touch of Business with years of experience holding management positions and running various businesses. Acey shares experience through various articles and with various authors to bring you a unique collection of articles related to managing and running a business.

Hiring the Wrong Person Cost Me $17,700—And Almost My Team

February 22, 2026August 13, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
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A business story about how one rushed hire damaged culture, drained profits, and led to a $17,700 loss—and the process that prevented it from happening again.

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A Story About Website Testing That Boosted Sign-Ups

February 22, 2026August 12, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
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Abigail’s sign-ups dropped 40% after changing too much. Testing one change at a time gave her clear results and higher conversions.

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Great Idea Development: A Story of Patience, Planning, and Breakthrough Results

February 22, 2026August 11, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
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When Bella’s team rushed a brilliant idea, it fell flat. Months later, patience and careful planning turned her next idea into a market standout.

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The Day Audrey Took Back Control of Her Thoughts

February 22, 2026July 31, 2025 by Acey Gaspard

This story reveals what happens when you stop reacting to your thoughts—and start choosing them. A must-read for anyone feeling mentally overwhelmed at work.

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A Leadership Wake-Up Call You Don’t Want to Miss

February 22, 2026July 29, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
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This story reveals what happens when a great employee is strung along with empty promises—and how one leader learned that trust matters more than talent retention tactics.

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What Else Could Work? A Story About Smarter Idea Brainstorming

February 22, 2026July 28, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
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When pressure hit, Anna’s team jumped on the first decent idea. But one question—“What else?”—unlocked better thinking, stronger solutions, and real client results.

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The Impact of Subscribing to Industry Publications for Business Leaders

February 22, 2026July 27, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
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Alice missed a key regulatory update buried in her inbox. What followed was a crash course in the power of staying informed—and how the right information changed her business.

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The Cool Boss Who Lost Control—And Fought to Win Back Respect

February 22, 2026July 26, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
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Being liked wasn’t enough. This story follows Aaron, a cool boss who had to reset expectations and learn that leadership needs limits.

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How to Stick Up for Your Ethics at Work Without Losing Your Job

February 22, 2026July 25, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
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What happens when your boss asks you to cross the line? Jane’s story shows how to speak up, protect your values, and still keep your job.

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Why Generic Emails Are Costing You Thousands—and How to Fix It

February 22, 2026July 25, 2025 by Acey Gaspard
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Discover how one business owner fixed costly email mistakes by targeting the right people with the right message—and how you can too.

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