As December approaches, you’ve likely noticed an increase in holiday marketing campaigns. From social media to television commercials, you’ll be unable to escape it. People love the holidays and it’s not hard to imagine why. Children look forward to receiving gifts and having freedom from school, while businesses involved in the retail industry expect productivity […]
When people say your environment can affect who you are, it doesn’t just apply to you as a person, but it also applies to your business. People often underestimate how important the look of their workplace is. Perhaps not the cleanliness aspect, but the overall aesthetic their workplace has. As an entrepreneur or business owner, […]
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The holiday season is approaching quickly, and many are planning how they’ll spend the holidays with their family. With December less than a month away, it’s time for you to become more festive (we hope!) and start putting together your office’s Christmas party. Hosting an annual Christmas […]
Running your own business can be extremely taxing. It takes a lot of patience, time, and effort to build your business and ensure it becomes successful. However, if you’re the sole owner of your business, you may find the process lonely and stressful. Being worried about your business is natural. After all, you’ve worked hard […]
Managing your own business may seem like a dream, but there’s a lot of responsibility that comes with it. Long hours, hard work, and stress are all part of your daily life as an entrepreneur and it can be overwhelming. Learning how to manage stress is important in many careers, but as an entrepreneur you […]
Crowdfunding has been fairly popular for years. For centuries, authors and publishers would advertise upcoming book projects to scope out the public’s interest. If enough people indicated they would buy the book once it was release, then it would be written and published. Nowadays, the Internet has become a key source in gathering funds for […]
Every business owner knows how important it is to stay up to date in the latest trends, especially those which will benefit your own business. Being a business owner means you’re not going to have someone guiding you as you make your way through the business world, but it doesn’t mean you’ll have to do […]
Whether you’re in the process of creating an entirely new brand or considering giving your business a new look, building and launching a recognizable and successful brand can ultimately make or break your business. What is a brand? There are several different connotations of the word “brand.” A brand can be a name given to […]
Bill Gates reportedly reads 50 books a year. Mark Cuban reads at least three hours every day. Elon Musk admits that he learned much of what he knows from reading books. These business moguls don’t read for entertainment. Rather, their success stems from what they read: it gives them a marked advantage in terms of […]
Small business owners should never dismiss the importance of protecting customers’ privacy. Privacy laws apply to all business, regardless of size. Treating customers’ private personal data can help you maintain customers’ trust and avoid potential lawsuits. Learn the reasons you need privacy policies, then follow the necessary steps to develop a privacy strategy for your […]
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It’s Time to Plan Your Office Holiday Party November 16, 2018
4 Marketing Ideas for This Holiday Season November 30, 2018
Brand Your Environment November 22, 2018