Any business owner, whether big or small, should want their staff to feel comfortable and valued. It keeps staff retention rates higher, but it also helps people to feel loyalty to their employer and work more efficiently. For small business owners with low overheads and little room for financial manoeuvre, keeping staff members on […]

  One of the most stressful questions on a business owner’s mind often revolves around why certain employees seem to hate their job. You work tirelessly to improve the company, offer benefits and perhaps even offer job security, but all the perks you throw on the table don’t seem to be sticking or changing the […]

  If your small business is getting off the ground, you may find that the workload is too much for you. It may not feel like it when you’re overrun, but this is what you wanted. There had to come a stage when your small business got bigger. The first step to expanding is to […]

  When people start a business, one of the most important considerations that they have to make is how much they can take on alone. Obviously, it will require a huge time commitment from yourself, but sometimes there are just not enough hours in the day to accomplish everything that you want to. This is […]

  When managing a small business, maximising the potential and productivity of your work areas is top of the agenda. This can involve investing in new tech facilities, business strategies, and employees. Before worrying too much about those elements, though, you need to remember that safety comes first.   An unsafe working environment will reduce […]

  Too few businesses take their advertising to it’s full potential, nowadays. Small businesses usually don’t have the resources to pull off big feats of advertising. The ones who do will usually quickly find success, though. So, it’s well-worth putting some effort into this area. Thankfully, there are loads of tools and resources out there […]

  These days, small businesses that have a strong handle on their tech have a considerable edge over those that don’t. No matter how big or small your operation is, or what your future prospects look like right now, you’re going to be dependent on various pieces of software to make everything tick. Obviously you […]

  It doesn’t matter how amazing your merchandise is – if you don’t display it correctly, no-one will notice it, and no-one will buy. For those in the retail business, here are a few tricks that could get your stock flying off the shelves.   Creating a theme   Interior décor is as important as […]

  All too often, it can seem like the world of business is impossibly competitive. When you are up against so many similar companies, you may wonder what else you can do to make yourself stand out in an already saturated market. Sure, there are plenty of typical tips and tricks around, ranging from direct […]

  In today’s competitive world, your business really does needs to stand out. You need to grab the attention of your clients, customers, and investors- you need to show that you’re a step above your competition. You need to give yourself an edge: why should they choose you? While you might have a good product […]

  Often, we see professionalism as a responsibility that employees must bear. And, although it’s true that the big bosses have a lot to answer for, they aren’t the only player. As the saying goes, it takes two to tango, and tango we must if we want to enhance our careers. You see, employers love […]

  We should all know by now that the future of any successful business rests, in part, on how well they’re able to integrate it with the virtual world. However, too many business owners think this just means taking the step of getting a website online and getting on social media. Those are crucial steps, […]

  Whether you work alone from home or you run a busy workplace with many employees, it is important that you make your working environment as healthy as possible. Doing so can be done much more cheaply than you might expect, and it will boost productivity and morale in the workplace, which will pay back […]

  Tech is both a blessing and a curse for business owners. For instance, it’s awesome that you can connect with a massive amount of people online and convert them into customers. It’s also cool that you are able to do this instantly thanks to super fast speeds. But, this does mean that you’re facing […]

  Starting a new retail business is always going to involve a lot of hard work. You have to think about which products you want to sell, and you need to rent suitable premises. However, tips from the experts will make the process much easier. With that in mind, there’s some excellent information on this […]

  In today’s culture of high-tech advertising, it is easy to forget about something as ‘insignificant’ as a business card. To most companies, they are dead. A new era is here, and it doesn’t have room for a simple, low-tech piece of marketing such as a business card. Some businesses might be able to afford […]

  When you’re taking those first big steps with your start-up, there are going to be all kinds of exciting, creative things on the horizon that you’ll want to think about. One of the last things on your mind is going to be the legal issues that come with running a new business. If your […]

  If your business is going to succeed and push forward, it needs to operate at the cutting edge. There are plenty of other businesses that can present themselves as modern and up to date if your business can’t. So, make sure that your business has these 5 things that no tech-savvy business should be […]

  I have a PT friend – aka personal trainer friend, who I know would love to start her own gym. She’s mad about fitness, loves helping others to reach their fitness goals, and has a fantastic work ethic – I’ve got no doubt that she would make a fantastic gym owner. Anyhow, after a […]

  The British pop group Five got it spot on when they sang ‘Keep on Movin’. Granted, they might not have been looking at it from a business angle, but they stumbled onto something important. It is significant because it is true – a business needs to move to realise its potential. Yes, it is […]

  You need to think about efficiency levels in your business. It is important that you know to deliver the best service at the fastest speed without altering quality levels. If you do this, you can keep up with all your competition on the market and ensure that your customers or clients are impressed by […]

  Are you thinking about to a new business office or location? It’s not a bad idea because when you take a new office, you are also giving your company a fresh start. It’s a chance to alter your image and improve the perception of your business. By moving to a new location, you might […]

  In manufacturing, contracting, and other machine-heavy industries, you can struggle enough to find your niche on the market and get settled. You don’t need your machinery making it harder on you by suddenly refusing to work. But you don’t have to take ‘no’ for an answer, either. With the tips below, you should be […]

  If you’re a small business owner and you want some simple ways to boost your business, the tips here could work for you. They are super easy to implement, and you might be surprised at the positive effect they have on your business. Read on to find out more!   Make Your Workspace More […]