Eat Your Career
JUNE 27, 2019
I choose my attitude every minute of every day. To learn more about affirmations and how to leverage them for career success, check out this article. The post Positive Career Affirmation #18 appeared first on Eat Your Career.
Practically Perfect PA
JUNE 24, 2019
A few weeks ago, the wonderful Jeremy Burrows asked me to appear as a guest on his fantastic podcast – The Leader Assistant. If you haven’t subscribed yet, I’d really recommend it. I am coming up on an episode soon. During the interview, Jeremy asked me if I had made any mistakes during my time […].
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Small Business Labs
JUNE 25, 2019
One of the biggest shifts uncovered by the MBO Partners State of Independence study series is the increased use of online marketplaces to find work by freelancers and other independent workers. As the study chart below shows (click to enlarge), in 2012 only 3 percent of full-time independent workers reported having used an online marketplace to find work in the prior 12 months.
Tips From T. Marie
JUNE 27, 2019
Branded graphics. If you’re using social media, you’ve seen them, the images that you recognize right away as belonging to a certain business. It’s the holy grail of marketing images and many small and solo entrepreneurs believe that branded graphics are only for the big boys with graphics departments. While that may have been true in the past, creating images that fit your personal brand is doable even for those of us running the whole show alone.
Speaker: Jennifer Hill
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Eat Your Career
JUNE 24, 2019
This is the first article in a two-part series on the topic of Professional Development Plans. As a career coach, I spend a lot of time helping my clients create plans for professional growth. One of the most important tools we use is known as a Professional Development Plan or PDP. Many professionals have heard this term before but few know what it’s really all about.
Ian's Messy Desk
JUNE 28, 2019
The post 7 Energy-Saving Ideas for Summer appeared first on Ian's Messy Desk. Non-profit organizations face the same challenges and costs, when it comes to operating their facilities. Rent, taxes, insurance, utilities are all part of the cost of doing business. Some of these costs are out of the control of the organization. For example, taxes are set by the municipality, and not many of them have exemptions … Continue reading 7 Energy-Saving Ideas for Summer → You just finished
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Tips From T. Marie
JUNE 25, 2019
This post isn’t just for the small business community, this one is for anyone taking payments for anything. Big businesses, small businesses, service providers, local youth organizations and yes, even the grandma selling her homemade sea salt chocolate fudge; if you’re taking payment for something you should be offering an electronic payment option.
Practically Perfect PA
JUNE 25, 2019
When an Assistant organises an event or a large external meeting, the venue they choose will likely be among the most expensive things on their event budget. So with that in mind, we asked William Thomson from Gallus Events to share his 15 tips on how to negotiate the best deal at a venue at […].
Small Business CEO
JUNE 22, 2019
Successful entrepreneur and marketing expert Luke Lazarus recommends focusing on brand messaging as a path to success. With an extraordinary record of building and selling four new businesses in Australia in only 10 years, he counsels new business owners on the proven methods that led to his success instead of continuing as a serial entrepreneur. Lazarus regards most entrepreneurs as “highly intelligent and generally talented,” but his experience as a consultant informs his opinion that they lac
Eco-Office Gals
JUNE 26, 2019
As more and more working professionals realize how important protecting the planet is, they are upgrading their cubicles to be eco-friendly. Business owners like yourself can encourage employees to make small changes that can go a long way for Earth. At the same time, you can save yourself capital while upgrading your cubicles. Companies who have green offices typically pay less costly bills each month.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions
Join this brand new webinar with Tim Buteyn to learn how you can master the art of remote onboarding! By the end of this session, you'll understand how to: Craft a Tailored Onboarding Checklist 📝 Develop a comprehensive, customized checklist that ensures every new hire has a smooth transition into your company, no matter where they are in the world.
Productivityist
JUNE 26, 2019
On today’s episode, I spent time with John Poelstra. John, in addition to over 25 years of professional experience working with people and organizations, he is an experienced coach, consultant, and mentor–backed by credentials as a Certified Professional Co-active Coach (CPCC) with the Coaches Training Institute and an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) through the International Coach Federation.
Practically Perfect PA
JUNE 28, 2019
This week’s Technology of the Week: Otter.ai What is Otter.ai Otter.ai is a platform that allows users to record conversations, transcribe the audio and share the results. What does Otter.ai do? It has lots of features including Recording conversations right from your phone or computer. You can import or sync recordings from other services, and it […].
Small Business CEO
JUNE 27, 2019
Social media marketing and management are constantly changing. Social media managers need to embrace new trends to stay successful and promote their brands. You can keep track of a lot of new information by keeping track of the latest news, but you can learn more by attending a social media marketing conference. Digital marketing is more important than ever, and a conference can help you keep up with the latest advances and increase sales for your company.
Practically Perfect PA
JUNE 27, 2019
Managing travel can be a headache. You might still be writing long emails back and forth to your travel agent, wasting time searching for the best deals yourself, or having to wait for your travellers to send you the booking options they want. Every time they travel! And expenses—what a nightmare. You get thrown hundreds […].
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Practically Perfect PA
JUNE 25, 2019
A few weeks ago, the wonderful Jeremy Burrows asked me to appear as a guest on his fantastic podcast – The Leader Assistant. If you haven’t subscribed yet, I’d really recommend it. I am coming up on an episode soon. During the interview, Jeremy asked me if I had made any mistakes during my time […].
Small Business CEO
JUNE 24, 2019
Content syndication is a great way for business owners and/or bloggers to capitalize on audiences that other publishers have already built. With this strategy, you can benefit from additional opportunities, and even sales. If you want to establish thought leadership in your niche, you need as many eyes on your content as possible. With content syndication, you can achieve this.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 26, 2019
Process and operations within many financial firms are becoming more reliant on digital solutions. As technology continues to evolve, it’s essential to realize that the potential for efficiency gains and improvements are becoming larger. However, more powerful technology also paves the way for more sophisticated ways for hackers to get access to sensitive company information.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 26, 2019
Business is all about innovation. From your advertising, to your products to your POS, you have to be forward-thinking if you want to ensure your venture is a successful one. In recent years, point of sale systems have been on the rise, becoming more popular in small businesses of all shapes and sizes. In the process, they’ve grown and adapted to the needs of the modern business owner in order to make running the show a little easier.
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Sharing your authentic self in a virtual interview can be an unwanted challenge. How do you break through the digital barrier when conducting a virtual interview and share your exceptional self? Think in unconventional ways to elevate the virtual interviewing experience.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 27, 2019
For most companies, IT underpins everything. Even if your core business doesn’t involve a desk, there’s almost always a team of people backing up your efforts – sales, marketing, accounting, payroll – and so on. The trouble with IT is that it doesn’t really do a good job of looking after itself. Sure, you might have someone who knows there way around your router and has the patience to talk to your internet service provider – but the complexities of an IT network will require specialist professi
Small Business CEO
JUNE 28, 2019
For small business owners – there is a common myth that you should only enlist the services of a commercial lawyer if there is an urgent need like a plumber or an electrician. However, there are many instances where it can come in incredibly handy to have a commercial lawyer – particularly for new businesses. Here we discuss why every business needs a commercial lawyer.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 28, 2019
Do you run a manufacturing business or similar? Are you still using traditional cutting technology to get the job done? Did you know that laser cutters can add huge value to your business. They can make your job quicker, easier and faster. Yes, laser cutters can be expensive, but sometimes that large up-front cost is worth it. Especially when you see how much money you could save or make in the long run.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 26, 2019
According to a survey by Staples.com, just 19% of office workers believe that their company is prepared to handle a major emergency — which is especially concerning, since each year across the U.S. explosions and fires occur in approximately 70,000 businesses and cause nearly 200 deaths. Furthermore, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) notes that approximately 1,200 tornadoes occur each year, and virtually all states — not just those on the west coast or Hawaii — are vulne
Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson
Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 24, 2019
The high rates of car insurance premium have been a significant reason why many avoid investing in the car insurance policy. Well, the same is the biggest mistake committed, which can count much on cost. Car insurance is a vital step which should not be neglected. The insurance cover plays a significant role in overcoming the unexpected financial expense in case of any event leading to breakdown or theft of company cars.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 26, 2019
The term “fabric building” may produce a myriad of different images. Some people may think about tents, others may think about fabric carports, and others may think about large event structures. Still, others may have any number of other visions. Regardless, the fact is that there are many different types of fabric buildings. Some are relatively small such as carports and small tents.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 25, 2019
The lathe is one of the earliest of forming tools. It has been around since the days of the Pharaohs. It can be described as a tool that creates new objects by removing material. The object that is being formed can be made of wood, metal or other substances. Although the word lathe is practically a household term, it is an acronym. It stands for, “Longitudinal Axis Tool Holding Equipment” Now you pretty much know why we call them lathes.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 25, 2019
If you are in the dental field business you need a reliable source for the things that you use and sell in order to stay consistent. Wonderful Dental provides you with direct sales solution for dental products like fluoride varnish that you can afford. This is because Wonderful Dental gives you the power to buy direct, without the additional cost of paying for middlemen in the process.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions
💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!
Small Business CEO
JUNE 27, 2019
Entrepreneurs involved in an ecommerce business are always searching for ways to increase sales. It is important to remember that first and foremost, customers expect a user-friendly experience with fast delivery. Nothing happens until you get customer traffic. Then you have to keep their interest and offer them something they want. Videos are being touted as an excellent tool for keeping customers engaged for longer with a better chance to convert them to paying customers. 1.
Small Business CEO
JUNE 25, 2019
Some small business owners believe that digital marketing beats print marketing in the modern era. However, 56 percent of customers believe that print marketing is more trustworthy than other avenues of marketing according to Alliance Business Services. The irony here is that in many instances your small business, product or service will only stand out if you use traditional print marketing tactics.
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