Strategic planning is important for your business because it provides a sense of direction and outlines measurable goals to keep you and your business on track. In order to make the most of strategic planning, your business should give careful thought to the goals it outlines and then back up these goals with realistic measures […]
Work Smarter, Not Harder
Is all your hard work paying off? Maybe not. According to Boston University’s Questrom School of Business, managers can’t tell the difference between employees working 80 hours a week – and those who just pretend to. They couldn’t see if their overworked employees actually accomplished more than those just pretending to work hard. But the […]
Conflict Resolution Tips
Conflict is inevitable, both in business and life. But there are proven ways to move past it quickly with your temper and your business in tact – and this podcast has all the answers. Below is some advice from Nicole Cullen who is a nationally accredited mediator, facilitator, and trainer with an expertise in dispute […]
How to be More Productive When You Work From Home
Freelancing and gigging are gaining popularity fast. Not only do you get the flexibility to work when and how you want, a lot of these jobs let you work from home. However, if you’ve never worked from home before this can be a challenge. Treating your home like an office can take practice, especially if […]
Why You Should Have a Proper Email Address
It’s almost impossible to do business these days without an email address. While it can be tempting to try and save funds by using one of the many free email options available, when you’re running a business it’s important to have a professional email address, and it will be well worth the dollars you spend. […]
