As a small business owner you need to wear many hats as you grow your company. In your early stages it’s common to take them on yourself as they don’t require your full attention. That said there comes a point where you simply can’t juggle them all. When that time comes you should definitely consider […]
I love having a service-based business. But it can be tough at times especially if your business depends heavily on your active involvement to survive and thrive. The ability to scale up your service-based business is hard. It can be difficult to take time off or loosen up the reigns a bit when you offer […]
Networking isn’t easy. If you’re naturally an introvert it can be extra difficult. That said I can’t stress how important it is to get out and network. People that are well networked have access to connections beyond our wildest imagination. Whether it’s an exclusive event or simply advice you never know when you’re going to […]
Each year that we are in business, productivity becomes more important even as the company expands and more talent is added to the team. The problem is very few know where to start when it comes to improving productivity. Like most things, change doesn’t happen overnight. That said it’s extremely important to make small changes […]
Work will always have its ups and downs. While it’s okay to feel down from time to time it’s always best to keep a positive spirit. So what does it take to have a happier workday? Since happiness is subjective it’s tough to give a definitive answer. However there are plenty of strategies that have […]
Being busy 24/7 is overrated. It’s draining, stressful, and not the most effective way to be productive. You probably already know this, yet you still might find yourself saying yes to everything and creating a jam-packed schedule for yourself day in and day out. Life can be unexpected no matter how much you plan for […]
Time management is a skill that will pay dividends forever. If you don’t manage your time well it will seriously cost you in both your personal and professional life. The reason why time management is so important is because time is the one variable that we all have in common. There will always be discrepancies […]
What was I doing again? Obviously, focus was not part of that conversation. We’ve all walked into a room, only to have everything we were thinking of completely dashed from our mind. In a world of instant info at our fingertips, distractions are an almost imminent threat, and attention can be elusive. Here are 5 […]
Although social media is being utilized more and more in the business world, not all businesses are using it. Those businesses may be missing out on valuable exposure which could increase their customer base. Regardless, the ones that actually do use social media may still be missing the boat. If your business is one that […]
How important is it to increase staff happiness? In this day-in-age, employees expect more from a workplace than they used to. Gone are the days that people get a job, and settle there for the rest of their lives. It’s critical to ensure that your employees are happy so they do better work and want […]
