5 Ways To Say No At Work – Infographic

You’re so busy at work, but your boss and colleagues keep piling more work on you. What do you do? How do you just say “no” without getting fired or labeled as not a team player?I think as women, we’re more likely to have trouble saying no than men. If you take a look at some research, you’ll find this is actually true. A 2014 study revealed that it’s not personality type that makes it difficult for women to say “no,” it’s social norms.

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Measuring Technology ROI For Your Small Business

AllBusiness. comSmall business owners are all about achieving new goals for 2017—and they think new technology will help them get there. The majority of small business owners polled in the report The Business Relevance of IT in the SMB Market say technology is a primary or secondary factor in reaching their business goals and priorities. But when it comes to measuring technology ROI, these small business owners often struggle.

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Small business owners are all about achieving new goals for 2017—and they think new technology will help them get there. The majority of small business owners polled in the report The Business Relevance of IT in the SMB Market say technology is a primary or secondary factor in reaching their business goals and priorities. Continue reading “Measuring Technology ROI For Your Small Business”

Ready Or Not – Is Your Business Prepared For 2017?

Do you have all of your business’s end-of-year responsibilities wrapped up?Tax time can be painstaking enough without needing to dig through a disorderly pile of receipts, invoices, and other paperwork. The more organized you are with your income, expense, charitable giving, past tax returns, W-9s, 1099s, etc. , the less time and fewer headaches you’ll have when working with your accountant or tax preparer. Having a budget for the upcoming year can help steer your finances in a positive direction.

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Tax time can be painstaking enough without needing to dig through a disorderly pile of receipts, invoices, and other paperwork. The more organized you are with your income, expense, charitable giving, past tax returns, W-9s, 1099s, etc., the less time and fewer headaches you’ll have when working with your accountant or tax preparer. Continue reading “Ready Or Not – Is Your Business Prepared For 2017?”

Selling Your Startup To A Large Corporation: Dilemma Or Opportunity?

AllBusiness. comCraft beer is a trendy industry right now, and with good reason. As the boom of craft breweries continues, it’s bringing triumphs and challenges for these startups, and we’re seeing an emerging wave of acquisitions. But the most common question we hear from founders is: “Is selling really just selling out?” These founders are passionate about what they do, often having started up not in pursuit of a big cash out, but rather a love of the perfect pint.

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Craft beer is a trendy industry right now, and with good reason. As the boom of craft breweries continues, it’s bringing triumphs and challenges for these startups, and we’re seeing an emerging wave of acquisitions. Continue reading “Selling Your Startup To A Large Corporation: Dilemma Or Opportunity?”

5 Differences Between A Headhunter And Recruitment Agency

Finding the right candidate for an open position is never easy, but with the right help, hiring managers can identify the right fit. Working with a recruitment agency or headhunter can be far more cost-effective than investing a significant of time and resources into finding the wrong candidate on your own. Headhunters and recruitment agencies typically search for different types of candidates. A recruitment agency looks for positions for active job seekers.

Business FinanceFinding the right candidate for an open position is never easy, but with the right help, hiring managers can identify the right fit. Working with a recruitment agency or headhunter can be far more cost-effective than investing a significant of time and resources into finding the wrong candidate on your own.

Headhunters and recruitment agencies typically search for different types of candidates. Continue reading “5 Differences Between A Headhunter And Recruitment Agency”

The 9 Most Valuable Lessons You Can Teach Your Sales Team

AllBusiness. comThere are many factors that go into developing a great sales team. But the lessons your team keeps top of mind will be traced back to their training. So what should you be sure to emphasize right off the bat?That’s why we asked nine successful entrepreneurs from Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) the following question.

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There are many factors that go into developing a great sales team. But the lessons your team keeps top of mind will be traced back to their training. Continue reading “The 9 Most Valuable Lessons You Can Teach Your Sales Team”

3 Reasons Every Woman Needs Business Cards, Even If You’re Unemployed

If you see a woman with a purse full of business cards, stop and take copious notes. You can almost guarantee that she is on a mission of success and she means business. Business cards are typically the first source of visual branding that others get to take as a reminder of your interaction with them. How you present yourself through your confidence, clothing, and communication may determine how others perceive you at that moment, but a business card will determine if the relationship continues beyond your conversation.

Business cardIf you see a woman with a purse full of business cards, stop and take copious notes. You can almost guarantee that she is on a mission of success and she means business.

Business cards are typically the first source of visual branding that others get to take as a reminder of your interaction with them. Continue reading “3 Reasons Every Woman Needs Business Cards, Even If You’re Unemployed”

Should You Buy A Business Or Start One From Scratch?

Both have their advantages and challenges, so how do you choose? I wish there were an easy answer, but I’m afraid you’ll need to do some research and put some serious thought into your decision. As you explore your options, consider the following pros and cons of starting a business from scratch and buying an established one. Pros Of Starting From Scratch• You begin with a squeaky clean slate, establishing and building your brand reputation from Day 1. • You build your team fresh and new, selecting the right people for the right positions.

From scratchBoth have their advantages and challenges, so how do you choose? I wish there were an easy answer, but I’m afraid you’ll need to do some research and put some serious thought into your decision. As you explore your options, consider the following pros and cons of starting a business from scratch and buying an established one.

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A Difficult Decision: When To Let A Sales Rep Go

AllBusiness. comIn business, it’s never fun to let someone go. It forces you to realize you made a mistake in hiring and that you knowingly have been risking the morale and performance of others on the team. Plus you will have to go through the process of finding a new employee.

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In business, it’s never fun to let someone go. It forces you to realize you made a mistake in hiring and that you knowingly have been risking the morale and performance of others on the team. Continue reading “A Difficult Decision: When To Let A Sales Rep Go”

4 Business Trends To Pay Attention To This Year

AllBusiness. comIt’s the time of year when we focus on what the coming months will bring us, both personally and professionally. The year 2017 is bound to be a great one, and should bring a multitude of changes. If you’re seeking business success, take a look at these four trends that will impact your business.

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It’s the time of year when we focus on what the coming months will bring us, both personally and professionally. The year 2017 is bound to be a great one, and should bring a multitude of changes. Continue reading “4 Business Trends To Pay Attention To This Year”