5 Essentials for Encouraging Good Manners in the Office
Manners aren’t what they used to be, and while it’s a relief for men not to have to stand up every time a woman enters the room — for both genders — some of the old social norms really did keep things feeling more kind, civilized, and stress-free. Not too long ago, there was a very agreed-upon set of rules and decorum that almost everyone followed anytime they were at work, a church potluck, or any other social gathering. However, things have changed, and they’ve done so in a very short amount of time, which means that knowing the best way to act in a work environment is oftentimes not…
5 Startup Tips From the Experts
If you’re in the tech startup industry, you might want to start sweating now. According to Wamda, approximately 90 percent of tech startups will fail for reasons including competition, a lack of funding and a lack of overall experience. With all of this stacked against you, you might find it worthwhile to educate yourself on a few startup tips from experts that made it big. Funding is Everything One of the main reasons startup businesses falter is due to a lack of funding. The Guardian provides expert insight on how to procure funding from some of the best minds in the industry. You will need to ask yourself how investors…
5 Must-Dos to Increase Retail Shopper Conversions
Despite the Internet, brick and mortar retail store still serve the marketplace. The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the employment of retail salespersons to grow approximately 17 percent from 2010 to 2020. Customers still enjoy the experience of shopping in a physical store or boutique, whether shopping for new clothes or books. Yet, to compete with e-commerce, brick and mortar store owners face the ongoing challenge of converting leads into buying, even loyal, customers. Unlike the Internet and e-commerce sites, stores create personal shopping experiences. To capitalize on this advantage, retailers can note the following techniques to boost those sales. 1. Create an Experience Start by making your store an…
What is Preventing Your Business from Prospering?
While you might be convinced that your business is ticking away at its optimum rate, there are a number of things – probably happening right now – that are hampering your productivity and, as a result, your profitability. In turn, these things can add up to reduce your potential for expansion. Isolated, they might look like tiny little things that aren’t worth thinking about. However, add them up and you might be surprised to find out just how much time they’re eating into – time that could be better spent growing your business and enticing new customers. We’ve compiled the top five things you can do to get things really…
Leadership in Business
When it comes to running a business there are all sorts of different styles of leadership you can take advantage of. However, not all forms of leadership are going to work in certain situations so knowing what there is available to you and what is going to work for you is always necessary. This way should alternative situations arise you are able to change your leadership style in order to best fit the situation and the circumstances. Some cases you may find an online business courses advantageous. Charismatic One of the best forms of leadership is a charismatic leader. This is when you are able to inspire individuals and influence them…
The Importance of Listening to Collective Wisdom
How well you observe people as they interact with various technologies determines your ability to take stock of how they experience products, services, and the beneficial solutions they find in them. Consumers take to innovative products and services positively with an amazing amount of appreciation reflected in the way they patronize, perpetuate the value promise, and even “advertise” them for other consumers to experience. In the process, consumers become distributors of marketing information relevant to the ongoing retail cycle. Your mastery of reading through the way people in organizations solve problems, sustain brand beliefs, or find business solutions in agreement with corporate growth and profitability also determines your continued success…
Great Fundraiser Ideas for Your Service Project
When planning a service project for the community, a family, or even a school one of the first things you have to consider is raising the money for any important items that have to be purchased to complete the project. This means most likely that you need to conduct a fundraiser. Here are some fundraising ideas for great ways to raise funds to support your service project:
Why Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer’s Strategy May Backfire
In the eight months since Marissa Mayer was appointed CEO of Yahoo, she's provided all employees with brand-new smartphones and free meals in the company cafeterias. The honeymoon appears to be over, however, as Mayer recently instituted a no-telecommuting policy that forces all employees who work from home to show up at the office beginning in June.
Tips to Make the Most of Small Business Growth
The U.S. economy received a bit of good news recently. According to accounting software firm Intuit, small business employment increased 0.11% in January, led by the construction industry’s 0.3% rise in revenue. Small businesses owners hope this uptick is the beginning of a prosperous 2013. As your small business grows, how you handle momentum can determine whether you’re headed for future franchises or foreclosure. Business success means you’ve found a product, service or cocktail of the two that consumers value, but that doesn’t mean you should quit taking risks. From rewards-generating credit cards to a productivity-boosting business culture, try these tips to promote continued success. Reward Your Hard Work Start-ups…
Tips to Manage Workers on the Job
Construction managers often have trouble completing their projects on schedule. Unexpected issues like workplace injuries or unsuitable weather cannot be easily controlled; however, there are other things that can be done to increase the chances of a project completed on schedule. Following these tips for managing workers on the construction job can improve worker productivity and ensure the timely completion of a project.
5 Keys to Optimizing your Call Center Using Quality Monitoring
Are you a manager interested in improving the performance and profitability of your call center? As you may know, improving the quality of your customer service has a direct impact on both sales and customer retention which directly affect the bottom line.
Reasons Netflix Will Merge with Amazon
The recent announcement from Netflix of splitting its streaming services and mail order DVD service is seen with anger and a mockery act by many. The experts and customers are seen saying in chorus that the company is just on the verge of its collapse and is pitted with huge amount of losses in terms of money and subscribers.
