Networking is not one off activity. Many business owners assume is that going to a networking event once or twice is enough. We’ve all heard how important it is to “build your network”, but do most people really put in the time and effort that it takes and utilize this tool to its fullest potential? For ...
Category Running a Business
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Learn to Delegate Even if You’re a Control Freak
Learn to delegate if you want to be a successful leader. I know that for some this is easier said then done. The ones that have the greatest challenge are individuals who regularly take over a project because “no one else will do it right.” Often these people are described as control freaks. Are you ...
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5 Tips to Handle Employees’ Holiday Vacation Requests
Because the holiday season is right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about how you can best manage staff holiday vacation request. It’s not always easy to accommodate everyone, but with a little forethought and planning, you can keep things running smoothly. No matter what industry you’re in, there’s no doubt that many of ...
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Employee Benefits Can Help Grow Your Small Businesses
Why is a strong employee benefits package important to your business? Because your employees are the most valuable asset to your company so it is always wise to invest in them. Unfortunately, if you don’t take care of your employees by offering competitive benefits they will find another company that does. As Drew McLellan explains in ...
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Transparency in Business is the Key to Customer Satisfaction Success
As you know, customer satisfaction is the lifeblood of any business. And, as holds true in many facets of life, honesty is always the best policy. When it comes to business, it’s no different. It’s not uncommon for customers to have negative preconceptions that often lead to an automatic sense of mistrust. Can this be ...
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The Difference Between Marketing and Branding
Many people have a difficult time understanding the difference between marketing and branding. Often, it’s assumed that these two terms can simply be defined as having a good brand name and logo coupled with a crafty advertising campaign. While these assumptions are correct to some degree, it is important to understand what branding and marketing ...