Small Business Labs

JANUARY 30, 2018

NPR's The Rise of the Contract worker , is a week long series of stories covering the gig economy.    It was based on a gig economy survey they conducted with Marist Poll. The highlights from their survey are: NPR/Marist Poll Highlights. 20 percent of all American workers are contract workers hired to work on a specific project or for a fixed period of time. 51 percent of contract workers don't receive benefits from their jobs. 49 percent of contract workers have income that

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Practically Perfect PA

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

One of the main reasons to attend any conference is to network. But not every conference offers the same networking opportunities. So rather than just say “unique networking opportunities” I thought I would detail the networking that will be available at the Future Assistant Conference which is taking place next week, Thursday 8th and Friday 9th […].

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Eco-Office Gals

JANUARY 31, 2018

Going green is a real way of life. Although you can go about introducing eco-friendliness into your daily life, the only way to fully go green is to embrace it with open arms. Becoming kind to both the environment and the people around you is a good way to get a head-start. Sometimes, it is the smallest changes that can end up having the biggest difference, but how can going green help you become happier, more confident and more successful?

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Clutter Coach

JANUARY 31, 2018

by Subscribe: iTunes ? Stitcher ? Soundcloud ? YouTube ? Google Play. You can leave a review here! ?. This is Podcast 88 and it’s about not being able to see what’s in front of you because of how it’s defined or named. Naming and defining are important. They help us differentiate things from each other. We assign them attributes that contrast them with other things.

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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.

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Small Business Labs

JANUARY 29, 2018

There were several interesting recent acquisitions in the gig economy space. Last week the online talent marketplace Fiverr announced they had acquired AND CO , a provider of financial and client management software for freelancers.  Fiverr also announced AND Co's product suite, which was a paid subscription service, would be free for all.  Fiverr is doing in this as part of a broader strategy to create an ecosystem of products and services to support freelancers.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

For many people looking to start their own business, it can be very intimidating thinking about coming into an already established market or industry. It’s very likely that there are already business or organizations within that market that are highly successful and have claimed a large portion of the market share. So when you’re in this situation, should you just give up on your dream to create your own successful business in this industry?

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Small Business Labs

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

Wag calls itself the "#1 dog walking and dog sitting app for busy dog owners"   And backing this claim up is their recent $300 million funding round.  According to a New York Times article on the funding round , a key reason Wag can raise this much money is the value of their data. Key quote from the article: "Data on the real-world comings and goings of internet users — and, evidently, their dogs — is a highly sought-after commodity among technology companies." We do

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Small Business CEO

JANUARY 28, 2018

Entrepreneurial endeavors are becoming more and more commonplace as technology continues to place the tools to do the job in the hands of regular people. The path to starting your own business is no longer shrouded in obscurity. The steps are easy to figure out, and with a quick online search, you could be on your way to business ownership within a few days (though we would not recommend moving that quickly through the process).

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Small Business CEO

JANUARY 30, 2018

To ensure that the company is successful in terms of generated revenue, it is important to have a proper coordination among the multiple facets of the organisation. There needs to be a transparent communication between the marketing department, the sales department, the R & D department, the HR department and with the management as well. Here are some of the essential ways discussed, which help to maximize profits and improve sales almost to an exponential extent. 1.

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Small Business CEO

JANUARY 30, 2018

While many business owners are more than aware of their personal credit scores, there are many who are simply unaware of how their company’s credit score contributes to their potential success. As most professionals know, a good, clean credit score can be the difference between loan or mortgage approval. If you have ever applied for credit, a lender will generally use this metric in their assessment of you and the risk you pose to their business.

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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.

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Small Business CEO

JANUARY 30, 2018

Hiring people to work in your business can be time-consuming and stressful, but delegating work is essential, in order to grow your business. Many services can be staffed over time, which allows you to spend time on more critical work. Consider each of these important components of a business, which can be delegated in exchange for increased productivity.

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Small Business CEO

JANUARY 31, 2018

Video marketing has gained massive steam over the last couple of years and 2018 is the year you should be using it to drive your leads and sales. It is the best way to announce business changes, business events, contests, and product releases. It can be overwhelming when you don’t know where to start or how to begin. Today we look at some trends and how they can best help your business in the coming year.

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Small Business CEO

JANUARY 30, 2018

If you are a small business owner with a steady and moderate growing business, you are already way ahead of the game. Maybe you have just recently had the chance to expand or take on a new client that will completely change the game for you and propel you into the big leagues, but unfortunately, there are stipulations that you can’t meet. For instance, say that the new customer or the new expansion is going to eat up your profits for 3 months, leaving you hanging in the wind.

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Small Business CEO

JANUARY 31, 2018

First impressions count, especially in business. But how can you make sure that you make the best first impression possible when attending a business meeting, and land that great new client contract? Here are some tips to help you. Arrive on time. It goes without saying that you should not arrive too late for a client meeting – but on the other hand, it’s not advisable to arrive too early, either.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

Content marketing has never been as simple as writing a blog post and walking away. This rings true whether you’re content marketing for leads, SEO or a combination of both. A strong content strategy is a diverse one, plain and simple. Given how much content is changing in terms of how much is being shared, how we’re consuming information and the competitive nature of marketing in general, change is simply part of the game.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

As a business owner, you know the different kinds of people you need to work with on a daily basis. Plus, you know about the different types of job profiles that these people need to handle to ensure the smooth workings of the company. But as time goes by and a company moves forward, the pressure of delivering quality products often clashes with the pressure of delivering quantity.

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Small Business CEO

JANUARY 29, 2018

Choosing the right superannuation fund for your employees can be a complex process regardless of the industry you are in or the size of your business. The number of superannuation fund options is vast and, even though you may already be an experienced employer, the laws and requirements concerning employers and super are not always easy to master. From 1st July 2018, new legislation regarding super will be coming into effect – adding further considerations to the existing rules.

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Small Business CEO

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

Since the advent of online banking, the financial industry has undergone several important changes. Meanwhile, terms such as fintech (i.e. financial technology) has become part of the everyday journalistic jargon, pointing to rapid innovation and change. Besides the development of new apps and decentralized technologies, new participants have entered the industry to the benefit of the public.

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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.

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Small Business CEO

JANUARY 30, 2018

You’ve heard the saying ‘time is money’ ; this is true in most elements of your life but especially true when you are thinking about starting a company or building your business. Creating your own small empire is a fantastic idea and one that can bring a number of awards, success, potentially fame and security. But getting from a small startup or even a medium sized business to the big leagues takes time, money and effort.

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Small Business CEO

JANUARY 30, 2018

Most of us aren’t living life to the fullest – and While for many, the phrase “living life to the fullest” conjures images of enjoyment and happiness, in this article we’re going to explore ways to live life to the fullest–when it comes to your potential. Studies show that individuals who make the most of their intellect, time, and bodies are often healthier, happier, and more content.

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