Sales staff are the gatekeepers of revenue. If they do their job well, the gate is open wide and the income rolls in. If they struggle, the whole company can pay the price.
Given the immense importance of the sales staff, it’s obvious that any company should be alert to ways to get their sales staff better equipped, trained, and motivated to keep product moving. While bonuses and commissions are a key part of this process, it sometimes takes more than money to get people to do their best.…
The most valuable resource any company has is its employees. When someone leaves or when the business expands, new people need to come into the fold. In 2016, the average employer spent $4,129 and waited 42 days to fill a position. That is a lot of money, and many employers fail to recognize there are smarter, more efficient ways to go about the recruitment process. Here are a few ways to spend less money hiring new people while still finding great candidates to aid your business.…
Freelancing and working from home are becoming a more common occurrence. Before the internet and wireless technology, it was a rarity, but access to these technologies has hugely multiplied the percentage of the overall working population that falls into these roles.
One thing to remember though is that there are plenty of misconceptions and unknown rules to being successful as a freelancer.
It’s Still Work
So many people make the mistake of thinking that working from home means they can goof off or split their attention between multiple places.…
The virtual office of present is a far cry from the place where business was done just five years ago. While front-running conferencing tools like Skype are still used, there are far more tools available to run a business virtually, and those tools are far more reliable than the ten-ish second lag time that used to exist when attempting a conference call from across the world.
Virtual offices are growing in popularity, and when popularity rises, innovation continues to push forward and make things better and better for users.…
It’s hard enough starting and running a successful business in the United States, and it can be even more so in another country.
But if the circumstances are pointing you in the direction of starting a business in an international country, you should know that there’s nothing to stop you from doing so.
Here are five tips for starting a business overseas:
Tip #1 – Travel To The Country First
If you’re going to be opening a new business overseas, you should travel to that country beforehand and immerse yourself in the environment and the culture.…
In its’ simplest form, cloud computing is computing based on the internet. It has fast become the new normal and many small and large businesses are moving to cloud backup solutions because it reduces costs, consolidates disaster recovery, billing and availability. It is an efficient solution that improves cash flow and offers a lot of benefits for your growing business.
Still undecided? Here are 7 reasons to include cloud backup solutions.
1. Unlimited access to data
There is no limitation when you store and backup your data online.…
There comes a time in most businesses, which are doing well, when extra hands are needed to cope with all the work. In other words, taking on staff. For many small company owners, this can be a daunting prospect because there are all sorts of new requirements and responsibilities that come with it. From the recruitment process itself to making sure all the necessary paperwork is in place.
On top of that comes ongoing development and support and being able to react appropriately if something goes wrong.…
With regard to applying for a business loan, the general opinion is mixed. You have those who despise the idea of applying for a loan, while you have those who swear by the decision to apply for one. You’re not going to find a definitive answer from those who have tried it because everyone has differing opinions. However, it’s essential to know that small business loans often come with distinct advantages. It’s all about understanding when it’s necessary to apply for a loan to put things into perspective.…
In the world of business, staying ahead of your competition means constantly upgrading your knowledge and tools. There’s just no way around it. Digital transformation, as you’ve probably guessed, is no different; it allows you to embrace new opportunities and calibrate your work process.
All business owners who still haven’t made the switch to a digital environment should consider the following benefits of doing so:
1. Analytics show you which areas of your business you still need to work on
By digitally transforming your business, you get to enjoy the perk of having in-depth data analytics at your disposal.…
There has been growing support for bitcoin in recent years, and this has led to a number of businesses starting to accept them as payment. As with any new technology, there are always going to be questions about whether it is worth adopting for your company, and of course, if it’s safe enough to use every day. If you are concerned about how to store the bitcoin you receive safely, then here are a few tips to help you.
Storing Bitcoin Offline
One way that you can ensure your bitcoin are safe is to store them offline.…
