When working to trim costs from their processes and become leaner, many companies start by scrutinizing their products. They look for ways to save on materials or shorten the production cycle. What they may not consider is their packaging — and by overlooking it, they could miss out on a significant opportunity to boost the … Read more
Rebecca Hourston, Managing Director, Global Head of Women’s Leadership Programs, Talking Talent We kept wishing the world would change. Almost overnight, the wish has been granted – only not quite in the way we’d imagined. Watching the COVID-19 pandemic sweep across the globe, forcibly shunting individuals, businesses, and entire economies into behavior they’d never imagined possible, has … Read more
Many consumers continue to adopt the smartphone consumption lifestyle, although it is shocking that a small number of businesses have a mobile website in readiness to capture and serve these huge numbers of customers. This article will highlight the benefits of using QR Codes on your website so that you can take advantage of the … Read more
(Royalty-free image) Now, more than ever, small businesses need our support. COVID-19 has changed the way we live, work, and spend–and these changes are taking a toll on business owners and workers across the U.S. Eighty-nine percent of businesses have 20 employees or less, and the pandemic has rendered ⅓ of them non-operational. While some … Read more
One building that makes a positive step has tremendous potential to influence the rest of the community to follow suit. When this principle is applied to sustainability and renewable resources, it can lead to an overwhelmingly encouraging outcome. For instance, many new construction projects are being built to LEED certification standards. This program recognizes architects … Read more
There are advantages to having flexibility in your server and operating system strategy. But what are some of those advantages of staying agnostic and independent? Why should this even be a question that you consider as a business owner? To find out why an OS strategy should be agnostic, we asked seven fellow data storage … Read more
Speed of Delivery Is Affecting Your Business Delivery speed is important for businesses of all sizes, but don’t take our word for it. These statistics clearly illustrate the importance of fast delivery to customers: Image Source 62% of consumers say fast shipping speed defines a positive experience (eMarketer) 61% of consumers want their orders delivered … Read more
Raise your hand if you want to be part of a losing team. Didn’t think so. But poor communication, outdated processes and murky goals can all contribute to a team output that is less than desirable. So what does it take to have a team running like a well-oiled machine? We turned to ten team … Read more
To say that there are a lot of referral marketing tools out there would be an understatement. From Enterprise solutions to niche-focused tools, utility and prices range vastly based on the size of your business and your use case. These SaaS options allow you to create viral loops and launch all kinds of referral marketing campaigns (viral … Read more
SEO, Search Engine Optimisation, is part and parcel of a site’s marketing approach. When it comes to online marketing campaigns, you need to have perfect content. Nonetheless, if the content is not anchored and shielded by something, it will turn out to be quite impractical. Basically, that something that needs to shield and anchor your … Read more
Because it is not possible to host in-personal coaching events right now, businesses are turning to online events. These events are a good option because they allow you to reach more people than would have attended an in-person event. They can also save you money, generate leads, and help you emerge as an industry leader. … Read more
Whether you’re flying to a different location for a couple of meetings or you’re in a profession you can do while traveling, going on a business trip can often be a stressful and demanding experience that feels more like a chore than a travel opportunity. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t make the most of … Read more
Python vs. Java: Uses, Performance, Learning In the world of computer science, there are many programming languages, and no single language is superior to another. In other words, each language is best suited to solve certain problems, and in fact, there is often no one best language to choose for a given programming project. For … Read more
Only a decade or so ago, it was the responsibility of corporate workers to develop their personal brand in the workplace, at conferences, and through networking meetings. For high-achievers and those with ambitious goals, personal brand development happened in person. But now, with the rise of LinkedIn, online portfolios, and content marketing trends, we’re seeing … Read more
The COVID-19 outbreak has completely changed the way we live, the way we do business, and the way our economy functions as a whole. Many states are still in lockdown. More people are being asked to work from home. Video conferencing and Zoom have replaced face-to-face interactions. And with so many people being asked or … Read more