Four strategies for a strong small business growth plan
Every small business owner knows that there are advantages to planning ahead. Whether crafting a plan to recruit better employees, developing a solid marketing strategy or improving delivery of products and services, having a plan in place benefits companies of all sizes. One of the most important aspects for smaller enterprises is creating a strong business…
In today’s world, businesses need technology
Technology is everywhere. People are constantly using smart phones, tablets and computers to conduct a variety of daily tasks and while these devices have become essential for nearly every individual, they're even more critical for businesses. Chances are that, as an owner of a business , you're probably already using one of these devices on a daily basis. This technology can help…
Utilize customer data as part of your business growth plan
Change is a constant, but the pace of advancement for organizations has increased as technology for businesses, clients and the general public continues to drastically advance. Along with a lack of preparedness for change, organizational inflexibility was another major concern held by top business executives surveyed by the Boston Consulting Group and reported by eMarketer.…
Popular office trends in the new year
As your company looks toward 2015 with an eye on growing successful practices and finding areas to improve, there are some emergent workplace trends that may influence how you do business. Staying abreast of changes in the work environment and prevailing attitudes can help position your organization for success and keep your operations ahead of the…
Leaders and Bosses are Not the Same
Achieving business success will take a lot of effort on the part of the entrepreneur and any individuals he or she hires to see to it that the organization not only survives, but also thrives. Much of this effort will occur with respect to the types of workers who are brought in. Ensuring that everyone has…
Business Employee Retainment Depends on Effective Hiring and Training
As a business owner, you likely depend on your employees for a variety of necessary tasks. Often, your resources and time are stretched thin, so relying on your staff members to get things done is something you rely on. For this reason, you want to do what you can to ensure you are hiring the right…
How to Effectively Manage Employees to Achieve Business Success
When it comes to staff management, as a business owner you have to know how to deal with many different kinds of people. This is a very delicate skill that takes time to develop, but it is critical to the success of your organization if you want to have an effective workforce that contributes to the growth…
Make Workplace Optimism Widespread for Ultimate Business Success
Hard work and dedication go a long way within a business. Providing customer service, creating exciting products and reaching out to potential patrons are all tasks that require motivation. Whether from an owner or employee, being committed to the job is critical for business success. However, there are times when being motivated is not enough. Being happy and…
Time is Money: How to Increase Business Productivity
There are many moving parts within a business. Whether it's hiring talented employees, developing innovative products and services, or effectively reaching out to customers, each aspect is vital to operations. However, there is one ingredient that every owner and employee needs in order to realize business success: productivity. Without productive staff members, processes and procedures, organizations may…
Avoid Business Disasters with Proper Planning
When starting your business, you mapped out everything you wanted to achieve and the steps to take to get where you wanted to go. Now that your company is up and running, you most likely still have a plan in place to deal with your organization's growth. But what about if disaster strikes? It doesn't happen…