How will Immigration Affect the Global Economy in 2017?

October 20, 2016

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The entire world is awaiting the United States presidential election that is set to happen in just a few weeks. Supporters of both Hillary Clinton, the Democratic candidate, and Donald Trump, the Republican choice have been firm in their backing of their respective choices. There have been two national debates that have brought about what each candidate thinks of certain issues that affect their country and the rest of the world. One of the main topics is the immigration policy, in which both candidates have contrasting views.

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Essential Steps to Set up a Business in Hong Kong

October 20, 2016

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Want to do business in one of the most economically viable regions in the world? Think of Hong Kong. This market is huge and the administration has very supportive policies that will help you operate smoothly, has lower tax rates, and lets you keep bulk of the profit. In this post, you get everything you need to know to start operations in this Special Administrative Region of China.

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How Can Small Businesses Benefit from Using HR Software

October 18, 2016

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If you run a small business, it is extremely important to work efficiently. Doing so will enable you to compete effectively with other firms that are much bigger than yours.

There are many ways to work more efficiently, one of which is using the best tools for the job. These days, that means investing in the best software, as well as the right equipment.

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3 Tips to Grab Customer Attention with Eye Catching Flyers

October 17, 2016

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Yes it is true, digital marketing is taking over the world and everything from email marketing campaigns to social media management and SEO is vital to utilise when it comes to advertising a modern brand. However, there are a few forms of traditional marketing that simply cannot be replaced by the digital age such as business cards and good old fashioned flyers. Flyers are an effective way to advertise an event and a multitude of other messages, and they are a great way to grab people’s attention quickly, easily and affordably.

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What Happens When a Business Goes into Foreclosure?

October 17, 2016

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Running a business always has its risks. What matters is being aware of these risks right from the start and finding ways to avoid them moving forward.

One of the most common issues that business organizations often encounter is in the financial arena. When funds are not properly managed and the expenses become greater than the cash coming in, there’s bound to be a problem. And if this is not resolved sooner, a company can go into debt or worse, become a subject of foreclosure.

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Is Direct Mail Marketing Still Useful in the Digital Age? (Hint Yes!)

October 17, 2016

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With the number of headlines devoted to digital marketing, and email marketing in particular, you would assume that the traditional direct mail and door drop marketing provides no value these days. You may be led to believe that businesses of all types have stopped using direct marketing and moved exclusively to digital era. Nothing could be further from truth! While there is a shift to email marketing in recent times, traditional direct marketing is alive and well, albeit with reduced volume. Let me provide some data to back up that claim and show why businesses still prefer to use direct marketing.

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4 Useful Tips to Follow When Applying for Installment Loan

October 16, 2016

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Long-term personal loans or installment loans can come in handy if you need a considerably large sum of money but you don’t have or don’t want to deposit collateral as a guarantee. Term loans or installment loans are useful if you want money to start a business, pursue higher education, go on a trip, or for a renovation of your home or business.

These loans are consumer-friendly despite the fact that the rate of interest is generally higher than loans which require collateral because these loans are predictable. The money you have to pay per installment is small and you get a considerably longer period of time to repay than a short-term loan.

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5 Tips to Reduce Travel Expense in Small Business

October 13, 2016

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Travel is one of the highest discretionary spend for many small business owners. It is also one of the spend items that you cannot skimp on either. You have to let employees travel to meet with customers, attend conferences and find prospects. There is only so much you can accomplish via phone or video conference. While there is no way to avoid travel there are ways in which you can reduce the travel expense without sacrificing your business. Below we share 5 tips to help you achieve that goal.

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4 Reasons Why Small Business Owners Must Monitor Online Reviews

October 12, 2016

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“Writers … fall into two groups: those who bleed copiously and visibly at any bad review, and those who bleed copiously and secretly at any bad review.” Isaac Asimov specified writers in this famous quote, but his words could apply to business owners as well. You might be too emotionally attached to read what Yelpers are saying about your brainchild, but someone in your business needs to keep an eye on review sites. Explore four reasons why you shouldn’t ignore those online reviewers.

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Should You Hire Job Applicants with Criminal Records?

October 11, 2016

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The question of hiring applicants with a criminal record is at times a tricky one for employers, especially for small business owners who are not guided by human resources policies that bigger corporations follow. Hiring ex-cons present conflicting approaches. On one hand, there is an implicit bias against them in general. Then again, our charitable nature prods us to give them a second chance at redeeming themselves. Further, federal and state laws protect job applicants with criminal records from discrimination by employers.

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