There will be times when your work is slow, or your income is low. There can be all sorts of different reasons for this, but the point is that you will have time to fill, and you may want to fill it with something that allows you to make more money, or at least allows you to save money. That's when you get to start thinking about options. For example, if you're injured at … [Read more...]
You’re Probably Overlooking These 5 Business-Friendly Social Media and Directory Sites
You’re “on LinkedIn,” as they say. You’ve got a Facebook company page up and rocking. Your corporate Twitter is firing on all cylinders, hashtagging up a storm (on brand, always). What are you missing? Among other things, these five business-friendly social media and web directory sites whose audiences — captive or otherwise — don’t entirely overlap with the “Big Three” … [Read more...]
Succession Planning: What Principles May Go Wrong
About a decade ago, the U.S. seasonings firm McCormick & Co. won plaudits for executing a successful succession plan that had long been in the works. The CEO, who’d served in his role for more than a decade and had come to be associated quite closely with the firm’s brand, stepped aside with nary a hitch. Unfortunately, for every such “success” story, there’s a painful … [Read more...]
How to Get Your Startup Off the Ground
Successfully launching a startup is a challenging process that few aspiring entrepreneurs have accomplished on their first attempt. As a matter of fact, around 75% of startups never see the light of day. This can be owed to numerous factors, such as poor management or simply a bad business idea. But where most entrepreneurs tend to fall is right at the beginning. Whether it … [Read more...]
How to Manage Your Small Business’s Finances
Managing a small business’s finances can be a challenge for business owners, particularly those who have a specialized skill set or limited knowledge in bookkeeping. Regardless of what business you are in, managing your finances is essential for success. Here are some helpful tips and tricks to assist you in managing your small business’s finances to help you stay … [Read more...]