Tips for Improving Staff Productivity

September 22, 2018


In simple terms, productivity means getting the most out of something or someone, for the most cost-effective investment. To optimize your staff productivity, you need to look at all the influencing factors that can affect their performance, and find ways to help them complete tasks more efficiently and be motivated to do their best. There are many factors that can influence productivity, but they broadly fall into one of two main categories. You may improve productivity to a degree by addressing one of these categories, but you’ll achieve much better results if you examine both categories.

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4 Things to Consider When Shopping for Company Car

September 20, 2018


In many industries, businesses will rely very heavily on company cars for their daily operation. This could be to make deliveries, to pick up and drop off passengers or simply as a means for their employees to get from A to B. Buying and running a fleet of automobiles can be a huge expense, so it is important for companies to make sure that they take the time to find the right automobiles for their particular company.

Here are a few of the main considerations to make:

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5 Components of Social Media Marketing and How to Use Them

September 20, 2018


Social media marketing is not anything new, but all companies should have a strategy for making use of social media. It is also becoming more and more important as consumers are getting more of their information from social media networks. Here are five components of social media marketing and tips for using them.

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4 Important Resume Tips for Sales Rookies

September 18, 2018


The competitive world of B2B sales can be tricky to navigate, especially for those looking to land their first or second sales rep position. In an increasingly tight marketplace, which demands experience even for entry-level jobs, how do you prove your merit, and how do you stand out among all the others trying to do the same?

You have options. For sales rep hopefuls looking to make their big break in the industry, it is advisable to peruse and apply for jobs on the Sales Talent Agency website, or, if you are a student, go through their Great Canadian Sales Competition, an annual competition that can put you into contact with potential employers. But before you do any of that, you need a resume, which is what this article will explore. Here are four important tips for sales rookie resumes.

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3 Reasons Small Business Owners Prefer Unsecured Loans

September 17, 2018

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If you are the owner of a small business, it is very likely that at some point, you have had to get some financial help in the form of either a loan or money from investors. It is a sad fact that most new start-up companies also fail in the first few years; therefore, ensuring there is a good level of cash to keep paying the salary, rent and bills are crucial. Some people are very damming about companies getting loans however this is sometimes required to get through tough times or even grow. Below are some reasons why business owners prefer unsecured loans.

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Shop with Installments at 0% Interest Rate only on Souq

September 15, 2018

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Souq offers a happy shopping experience to all the customers with 0% interest rate and simple installment schemes. Now customers can pay for eligible items in three simple steps to a more affordable and hassle free installment services only at Souq. In a special initiative, Souq has tied up with six leading banks of UAE to offer 0% interest rate installment on a minimum purchase of 1000AED. Only credit card holders of these banks can apply for the 0% interest rate installments. It is a one of the special Souq Bank Offer which provides ease for shopping costly products.

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What Do Small Businesses Need to Know About Social Security and Medicare

September 15, 2018


As an entrepreneur, you need to be familiar with your health care and retirement options. It’s easy to focus only on the present and avoid thinking too far into the future, but that will mean you might not be prepared when you start to reach your golden years. Preparing for retirement should be a process that starts today.

Two of the most confusing parts of aging is Social Security and Medicare. These government programs are changing every year, and they seem to become increasingly complicated. You need to start by familiarizing yourself with the basics so you can make smart choices about your future today.

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The Right Way for Small Business Owners to Manage Their Costs

September 15, 2018


As a small business owner, you will know that in order to make a profit, you have to bring in more in revenue than the business is costing you. The math itself is fairly simple, although working out costings can be a laborious process, and predicting sales is never going to be an exact science. One reason that businesses fail to achieve the profits they forecast is an underestimation of running costs or a lack of rigor in keeping day to day costs as low as possible. There are many influencing factors that can affect your business’s cash flow, but one that is well within your ability to keep control of is saving money on running costs.

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A Simple Way to Calculate Your Business Loans Cost

September 13, 2018


Business have different stages of growth, from startup to Fortune 100.  In these stages, one asset that helps fuel its growth is capital. This resource, if not accounted for accurately, will not be available when growth opportunities arise, when your business is recovering from losses or when you’re expanding your operations.

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How to Improve Your Law Practice’s Business Processes

September 13, 2018


Though the law industry is seen as one of the most profitable sectors to get in to, that does not automatically mean that every law firm out there is a success. You need to adopt the right management strategies in order to lower costs and increase profits. With greater profits, you can reinvest, re-double your marketing efforts, and bring in more clients and even more talented employees. For those small firms that need to either revolutionize their practice, or firms that are just starting out, here is a simple guide on how you can improve your law practice’s business processes.

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