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This is a collaborative post. You might think you’re ready to run your own business, but it’s not as simple as all that. There are quite a few factors that determine whether or not you’re fit to be in business, and even then, when you tick all the boxes, there’s no guarantee you’ll run into […]
Your office should be a hub of creativity and hard work, but you can only achieve this if you know how to keep productivity levels up. Paying attention to the set-up of your office is a great place to begin. There are plenty of gadgets which can help you to simply and effectively boost productivity. […]
“Toxic” is a word that all bosses want to avoid at all costs. When employees believe that the company culture is toxic, it means it’s beyond saving. At the very least, the workplace will require gutting from the inside to ensure none of the former environment remains. It’s rare for leaders to see the signs […]
Hex colours are made up of six digits and are a way of specifying a particular colour which is defined by its mix of red, green and blue (RGB). Any blogger or website owner needs to know about hex colours. As an example, hex colours look like this: #ffffff (white), #000000 (black) and #8b6875 (purple) […]
Private Label Rights (PLR) articles are free for anyone to legally use, edit and publish as their own, they are widely used and affordable. PLR articles frequently come in big bundles of content. Whether you’re looking for recipes for your blog, or you need brandable content for business coaching and self-development, you’ll find it available […]
So you’ve decided to work for yourself. No more micromanaging bosses, early-morning commutes or ridiculous office dramas about who cooked fish in the microwave. You are now your own boss, answering to no one but yourself. Deciding to be self-employed can be a hugely liberating career move. You can set up and run your own […]
Burnouts are becoming an increasingly common occurrence in modern society. Both employers and employees would be wise to fear burnout, as they do not only lead to decreased productivity but also to serious conditions such as diabetes and heart disease. Below are 10 signs you may be suffering from burnout: You Are Constantly Tired Even […]
It’s often said that one great characteristic of an effective leader is knowing when and how to delegate responsibility. But delegating is a skill; when you aren’t higher up in a hierarchy, how can you even begin to learn that skill? These tips will let you practice delegating tasks in your everyday life. Outsourcing to […]
Home businesses are more viable now than they’ve ever been before. Even if you don’t have some grand idea, working from home as a content creator, Pinterest VA or more could see you finally shaking the workplace shackles. But, before you take the plunge, you must ask yourself whether this is something you really want. […]
In many respects, retail is one of the safest kinds of business that you can hope to run. People are always going to want to go out to stores and buy products, and as long as you keep your retail store attractive, you will find that people come flocking eventually. Of course, it does require […]
With every one of us having to spend a lot of time at home due to the current pandemic, boredom can often set in especially if we have nothing to do but sit at home and watch tv. I’m writing this post in the middle of the lockdown. The best way to combat boredom is […]
Running a physical business has been your style for many years now. With constant changes to the online world, you are starting to consider moving your brick and mortar business to a digital platform. There is no reason why you can’t have a combination of both, but you need to have an online presence if […]
New statistics from Gallup indicate that more than half of business startups fail within the first five years. Some reasons include a lack of management skills in your workers, lack of innovation, and poor management of cash flow. To prevent businesses from closing down, business owners try to minimise their expenditures, but that only slows […]
People leave their old professions for different reasons. Some want higher pay; others desire flexibility and passion. Regardless of your goal, finding a new career is a risky venture that requires diligence, preparation, and timing. Here are some ways to make a successful career switch: 1. Add a degree before leaping. A different industry needs […]
