Category: Running a Business
Pulling your hair out? Pull the plug instead.
Switching off from work can be challenging, but can be done! If you run a business or manage a team, not only should you be responsible for your own work-life balance but you should also encourage your employees or team members to have boundaries.
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How to ensure your non-compete clauses are enforceable
While not all employment contracts will contain non-compete or confidentiality clauses, those businesses that deal with intellectual property and other sensitive proprietary information may include these clauses in their employment contracts. These clauses are legal if they are crafted properly and protect a legitimate business interest.
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5 Tech-related Skills to Learn in 2021
As technology continues to develop, there are a growing number of web-related skills that individuals will need to learn for the benefit of future generations. Get started now by learning a few, if not all of the relevant skills listed below in 2021!
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Why You Need to Get More Niche in 2021
Niche marketing strategies are more important than ever in 2021. Rather than appealing to everyone with large, sweeping strategies, you need to get personal. After 2020, customers want connection, and your brand needs to reach out and make that connection with each and every potential customer. This approach is called niche marketing and it really works.
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When it’s all about work, there’s no life and you’re struggling to find balance: do this
You started your business because there was a need in the marketplace, and you were the only one who could fill that need. Before long, the demands of the business take over and you’re faced with a 7-day a week job. The emails, texts and direct messages never stop coming. We live in a 24/7 connected environment and your customers don’t care what time it is when they contact you.
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How to make the most out of your co-working space
There is no doubt that co-working spaces have become the norm for entrepreneurs over the past few years, and while some locations can be very expensive, choosing the right one can be extremely convenient and cost-effective, saving you the hassle of setting up and maintaining your own office.
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An Ultimate Guide to Improve Your Business Email Writing
Email writing is an essential skill in the modern business world. Whether you are an entrepreneur, lawyer, sales manager, or freelance web designer, you should be able to create effective emails. Poor email writing skills may negatively affect your career. If the quality of your business emails is far from perfect, you will experience communication issues with your customers, business partners, and co-workers.
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A business devoid of purpose will fail every time
The old view was that the only purpose a business had was to pursue the self-interest of owners and shareholders. With this view no longer considered acceptable, businesses need to be guided by a higher purpose. The purpose as expressed by leaders is critical. This is what all stakeholders can buy into.
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Why small businesses should “boycott” Christmas
It’s vital for small business owners to consider taking a break this Christmas for business and...
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Rona Stole My Business Confidence
Business and personal, personal or business, no matter how you look at this, it is clear the trigger for any form of success comes from how you think. When we have our minds switched on to success, we are more likely to innovate and find ways to achieve what we need to achieve.
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What to Include in your Business’ Social Media Policy
If you are running a business in the 21st century, you’re probably no stranger to social media. These days, social media is often integrated into a business’ marketing strategy for networking purposes and keeping in touch and visible with their clients.
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Do I Really Need a Website? (The Answer is Yes…Here’s Why)
Many business owners, particularly those who own a small business, are reluctant to invest in a quality website for a variety of reasons. Some believe they already have their finger on the pulse of their target market. Others focus all of their attention on their social media presence and don’t want to fund another investment. And many just feel overwhelmed at the thought of creating a professional-looking website and don’t know where to start.
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