Technology is only useful if you get a return on your investment in staff time, fewer vital employees, less money spent, or more sales. Some of these – particularly staff time in relation to how much the product or subscription costs – can be difficult to quantify. That’s what we are here to discuss today.…
Starting the day out right is essential to any position, large or small. Business owners, receptionists, HR managers, and janitors alike can begin their productive and fulfilling workday day using one simple tool. This is your first organizational step of the day – that of writing out your plan for the rest of your day.…
Learning from leaders in your industry and apprenticeship under successful people in your career can help you become a leader in your own right. In this article, we wanted to take a look at what industry leaders have said and the tactics they’ve used to get where they are today. 1. Getting on with the…
If you plan to grow your business in the new year, you need to have an excellent marketing plan in place. With so many different avenues to use online and off, getting in front of your target demographic may feel extremely complicated. Here is a marketing strategy you can use as your guidepost as to…
The new year is a great time to reflect and evaluate which actions contributed to growth, which didn’t, and what strategies you will use in the future. This is the case for both personal growth and business growth. Not only is it essential to consider the previous year’s actions, but the new year is also…
If your business growth is outpacing your estimates, we first have to say “Well done!” Many company owners struggle to accomplish their growth goals. In fact, 80% of new businesses fail during the first year. However, not every business crashes and burns because it didn’t grow fast enough. Sometimes a company will grow so rapidly…
Meetings can either be great organizational tools or tremendous time sucks. How productive the meeting will be is up to the meeting organizers. A properly organized meeting with a clear purpose can help take your schedule from wholly booked up to full of completed tasks. How to Make Your Meetings Efficient and Effective First, ask…
An organized work life can save you time, increase efficiency, and – when you get your employees to organize as well – save you money in the long term. It can be challenging to carve out time in your day to organize, but everyone can spare one minute before their day begins to prepare for…
Motivated employees are an essential part of any profitable business. However, many companies struggle to balance staff motivation strategies with overall production. In this article, we will share strategies you and your executives can utilize to motivate employees and help them work at peak productivity. Abolish Barriers to Productivity What employers often don’t realize is…
Creating a successful business is a task that cannot be undertaken on a whim. Business owners who are just starting out or who are expanding their business invest a lot of time, money, and energy in ensuring their company thrives. As one builds a business or works to grow their business, it’s important to…