In recent years, employee engagement has become a hot topic for business owners and managers everywhere. Engaged employees are better workers. They understand their roles within the organization, and they’re generally happier and more productive. Yet despite these payoffs, many leaders aren’t sure how to really drive employee engagement. According to a 2015 Gallup report, […]
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By Alexia Chianis As a small-business owner, your to-do list is endless and time is a commodity. If you want to get more accomplished without working harder or longer, incorporating a few apps into your daily routine could be the answer. From apps that help with time management to those that streamline workflow, we’ve researched […]
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The increasing adoption of Software as a Service delivery methods, Cloud hosting, and location-independent work means that old ways of securing—or failing to secure—business data don’t cut it anymore. In a recent study, IBM revealed that the average cost of a breach in 2016 was $4 million, and the average cost of a single breached […]
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Artful self-promotion has its obvious rewards: building your personal brand, earning the respect of colleagues, receiving better opportunities. But it’s important to remember that your self-promotion can benefit others, too. Advancing your projects and achievements can be good for the whole team and can further educate your group and boss about new ideas and tasks, […]
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A thriving and rapidly expanding business is a good problem for a business owner to have, but with a growing team comes a need for more space. Moving locations is a big change, and it can have a significant impact on a business’s success—extending far beyond the upfront relocation expenses. As your company grows, give […]
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Even if you know that becoming a local business leader can help your small business succeed, you may not be sure how to go about it. The good news is, establishing yourself as local small-business leader — and increasing awareness about your company as a result — doesn’t require a big investment, a sophisticated branding […]
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Cloud adoption is no longer an “if” question for small-business owners — it’s more of a “when.” According to the RightScale 2015 State of the Cloud Report, over 90% of survey respondents noted that they use the Cloud in one form or another. If you’re not sure how your business falls into that majority — […]
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Knowing how much Wi-Fi signal you need, and setting up your wireless network accordingly, can be a difficult and laborious process–but it doesn’t have to be. By remembering a few key points, you can get your entire business connected without paying an installation tech or poring over troubleshooting manuals all day. We’ll walk you through […]
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In an age where hackers can break through almost any kind of firewall, your company’s information security cannot be taken lightly. In order to keep sensitive information safe, you have to keep your information technology current and armed with the right defenses. This article will take a look at how your company can use big […]
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“Judge a man by his questions rather than by his answers.” –Voltaire Einstein urged us to “question everything.” Persistent questioning keeps the mind flexible, feeds creativity, reveals unexpected options, and prevents inertia. But business requires more of a Voltaire approach—it’s all about asking the right questions. The right questions inspire thoughtful answers and motivate action. […]
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