Morning Rituals for Entrepreneurs to Enjoy Super Productive Days

You may or may not be a morning person, but you do realize the importance of morning rituals; after all, they do set the tone for the rest of your day. For entrepreneurs who would rather plan than stumble and rush away, hoping for yet another less-stressful more-productive day, this is what Steve Liefschultz has to offer in terms of advice. No More “Snooze” Wouldn’t the whole system kind of collapse if everyone, from government officials and CEOs to entrepreneurs, continued to sleep in?…

3 Ways to Save Money When You’re Selling your House

Selling your home is stressful. No matter the circumstances surrounding the sale, there is so much to consider: how you’ll fund your next purchase, when you need to sell by, where you will go, how much you want to raise, and a thousand other things besides. What makes the process even harder is that there are often factors that add time pressure to the mix. In some cases, you’ll need to downsize due to a money shortage, so getting the ball rolling will be vital.…

5 Ways Employers Can Create a Positive Work Environment

If you think putting an effort into employee satisfaction doesn’t have good ROI, you’re kidding yourself. Your employees are your largest, most expensive resource, and their quality and satisfaction will make or break your business. Any steps you take to make their lives better is practically guaranteed to pay back significant dividends over the long-term. One of the easiest ways you can work to improve employee satisfaction is by providing a positive work environment. And that doesn’t just mean casual Fridays and free coffee in the break room.…

Saving Money on Small Business Courier Fees: 4 Tips

There are many costs associated with running a small business, but one that is sometimes overlooked is that of deliveries and couriering goods. While commerce and ecommerce companies should have a good handle on this expenditure, and even know of some ways to save money while ensuring high quality customer deliveries, there are some tips that can help the inexperienced, businesses that are expanding into item delivery, and other organisations. Even eBay sellers can benefit from some cost saving tips to help reduce packaging and delivery charges.…

5 Tips for New Project Managers

Moving into a project manager position can be an exciting step forward, with new opportunities to show your superiors your talent and worth. However, being a project manager comes with a lot of responsibilities, and it’s important to keep a clear head and address issues and problems as efficiently and effectively as possible. Read on to find out some tips and skills that will keep your head above water. Be Proactive Before embarking on a new project, examine it from all angles, making sure to note any potential difficulties that may come up.…

Is your Business Really Secure with your Antivirus?

Business enterprises require antivirus protection like any other home computer. Ample data of any company is available there, and if any competitor can lay their hands on it, the business would have to pull its shutters. For example, the rate at which it is procuring material for manufacturing some product, the formula of the product, the profit margin, bank balances, etc. All such sensitive information can be stolen by hackers, using malwares, viruses, worms, and Trojans. How is antivirus for business different from consumer versions?…

What Type of Hosting Should a Startup Have?

As with so many other questions you may have when first getting your business together, hosting options do not have a black and white answer. What may work for one business will not necessarily fit in well for another. So, how do you navigate the hosting minefield without putting a foot wrong? Easy, you keep on reading. The different options When you first begin to look into the different hosting options available you’ll probably be wondering what the key differences are between them all.…

Print Marketing Isn’t Dead

While the world of the internet keeps expanding and new opportunities for digital advertising seem to appear daily, print advertisement is still one of the strongest forms of advertising for both startup and established businesses. While print marketing may not look the same as it did 20 years ago, the practice is thriving and changing to accommodate a rapidly changing business world. Read on to find three reasons why you should consider paper marketing. It’s Tangible A mailed advertisement. A page in a magazine.…

Should you be Investing in Small Businesses?

It can be extremely satisfying to invest money in small businesses and to watch them thrive as a result. The rewards will come not only in the form of financial returns, but in seeing an investment help people or ideas reach their full potential. Smaller companies need investment to survive, and with the right support they can offer bigger returns than the major players. Room for growth A successful, established company may already be at the top of their game, and that leaves little room for future growth.…

Stop Working From Home: It’s Time to Expand

When you first start out in business it can be tempting to work from home. Not only does it keep your expenses low but you also have the flexibility of being able to work any hours you choose. However, there comes a time when you need to expand and one of the best ways to do this is to draw a clear line between your home and business life and to step into your own office. Let’s look at different ways to start your expansion.…