3 Factors to Consider When Buying a Company Car

July 13, 2015

Fleet Car
A company car can provide convenience and motivation for employees, especially those that are mobile and need the car to reach to prospective clients and vendors. Having a company provided car can help them focus on the business without having to worry about putting miles on their personal car. At the same time, as a business owner you need to be careful about balancing the needs of employees and the cost of providing the company car. Obviously, you cannot provide the car to all your employees lest you will run out of cash pretty soon. With the right balance of employee needs and expense management you can come up with a practical solution that will be win-win for all. Here are three factors you should look into when striking this balance.

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How to Design your Office Workplace with Linear Motion Technologies

June 28, 2015

Office Design
The office workplace brings together numerous entities that interact in different ways during office hours. In the recent past, office design has generated huge interests among designers, engineers and IT specialists as they seek to create conducive environment for employees in various workstations in the office. Apparently, comfort, health issues and efficiency have been associated with designing the modern office with various players seeking solutions that guarantee these aspects in the office. In light of these issues, creating ergonomic workstations in the workplace has been the focus of numerous IT services and electronic equipment designed for office use. Linear motion technologies play a great role in effecting these ergonomic changes in the workplace by linear actuation of motion systems.

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What Difference a Seasoned Executive Can Make in Managing a Business

June 15, 2015

Business Management
Managing a global business can be vastly complicated these days. In theory it looks simple. It’s a matter of designing and developing a product, selling it to customers and servicing afterwards. As anyone who has managed multi-million dollar business, or even a small business for that matter, can tell you there are number of nuances involved that go beyond just developing and selling a product or service. In many ways business is like a living organism. One second the business may be performing extremely well and the next quarter an unknown competitive threat arises that jeopardizes the business seriously. You have to stay extremely vigilant to be aware of what’s going on in and around the business react to any changes quickly. This is just one scenario where executives like Dave Brandon come in extremely handy. Companies that need a major lift have to look to for officers with experience in running debt laden companies and rebuilding brands.

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Your Essential Guide to Choosing Partnership Structure for New Business

June 9, 2015

business handshake

business handshake


One of the most important items anyone needs to take care of when starting a business is how to structure the business entity. It is even more challenging when you are starting a business with a partner. You will need to know about various types of partnerships and how to set them up.

Of course you need to have a name of the business ready before you can form a legal entity with that name. Trade names are usually protected as intellectual property, so make sure you’re not infringing on someone else’s property rights when you name your company. If you’re going into business with someone else, choose a nominated partner and register with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). The nominated partner is responsible for managing the partnerships tax returns and keeping records.

There are several ways to set up the business as a partnership as explained below.

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How to Get Dream Car for Your Business on a Budget

June 5, 2015

Luxury Car
There’s no doubt that first impressions matter. This extends beyond your own appearance and how you present yourself to what you’re driving too. The big three German manufacturers, BMW, Audi, and Mercedes-Benz, have long represented the kind of luxury people expect from a successful businessperson’s car. This kind of quality doesn’t come cheap, though, and for those running a small business on a tight budget, it’s often an expense that can’t be justified. So how can you still drive that luxury car that conveys an aura of success without having spend a fortune. Here are few options you can consider:

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4 Step Guide to Relocate Office without any Hassle

June 4, 2015

Hand truck with boxes

Hand truck with boxes


Relocating your office is something that is best done with proper preparation and planning, especially if you are planning to move to a location that is in a different city. When planning an office move, you need to think about number of important factors, such as who will be in charge, what your budget will be, when move, how to pack and so on. Given the complexity and challenges associated with this big task, here are some tips to help you move as seamless as possible.

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This is Why Every Entrepreneur Needs to Go on an Annual Retreat

May 30, 2015

Vacation
When you run a successful company, it may seem counter-intuitive to think about leaving for a few days. However, taking a break, whether it’s for a vacation or for a work retreat where you’ll learn new tactics, is integral to keeping up with your success. With the demands of entrepreneurship it is easy to get exhausted and burned out. Taking few days off allows you to get rejuvenated to keep the engine going. Still need more convincing? Read on to see why you need to take that time away or sign up for that retreat you’ve been considering.

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Guide to Choosing the Right Vehicle for Your Business

May 28, 2015

Vehicle Purchase
Have you tried to purchase a vehicle for your business needs? How has your experience been? If you are like many other buyers you have probably been confused and bewildered. You’re faced with so many choices when trying to choose the right vehicle to suit your business needs, sometimes it can be a bit overwhelming! The sheer array of options can seem baffling. Whether you need one vehicle or a fleet – here’s a guide to help you narrow down your options and make the right choice for your business.

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3 Reasons Western Economies Must Invest in Infrastructure

May 12, 2015

Infrastructure
The aging infrastructure of many Western nations may not be the most exciting or lively topic to discuss in economics, but it plays a crucial role. Infrastructure investments play a critical role in long-term economic growth, job creation and economic competition in an increasingly globalised world.

Infrastructure investments are key to economic growth both in the short and long-term as they will assure Western economies stay competitive with emerging rivals such as China, India and Brazil. Below we elaborate on 3 primary reasons Western economies must heavily invest in their infrastructure.

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Key Factors to Consider When Designing an Office

May 12, 2015

Office Design
The advent of the internet has made it possible for many entrepreneurs to work from home. This is ideal for those working solo or as part of a very small team, but once your business starts to grow you may find that you can no longer keep up with demand in your current state. Here’s what you need to know about designing your next office.

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