The new year just got underway and for small business owners, it is time to implement the plans for 2020. With that in mind, what are your business expectations for the year? The poll for this week asks are you excited for what is to come or are you unsure? No one can predict the …
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The biggest problem with receiving advice from peers or mentors is that you never know what will work and what won’t. While a lot of successful businesses are born out of the intelligence and ability of their owners, sometimes, people pass on advice they’ve heard — or misheard — without any personal experience to add …
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Pretty much every business will have to apologize for something at some point. However, many companies don’t do this effectively. Mastering the art of the apology can help you keep customers’ business, secure future business, and improve customer loyalty, and avoid negative buzz that could harm your reputation going forward. Business apology letters are essential …
No one doubts that employee training is important for both employee and the company. For employees, job satisfaction ranks high. A well-trained employee remains proficient and productive at work and thus, happier in the long run. For the company, more productive employees mean a better bottom line. Unfortunately, employees often dread training programs. They expect …
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The start of a new year provides the perfect opportunity for business owners to set new goals and find unique ways to improve their operations. There are plenty of different options for your 2020 resolutions, from shoring up your finances to organizing your online presence. Here are some suggestions and tips from members of the …
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Every month 300 million people use Skype. More and more, small businesses are using it and other tools like it to conduct job interviews. Here’s 10 tips for conducting a successful video interview with job candidates. Video Interview Tips Test the Tech You might be conducting a Skype interview or a Facetime interview. The platform …
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