Looking for a job? If you work in a professional field, then LinkedIn is a great place to find your next career. It’s the most popular social networking site for professionals with hundreds of millions of users, so with patience and persistence, you can make the necessary connections to open new doors to employment opportunities. Follow the five tips below to help you find a … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2017
Top 20 Small Business WordPress Themes
Today, you can often hear people claiming that life without the Internet used to be easier. Perhaps not easier, but definitely different. The growth of the Internet has touched all aspects of human life, which means business owners have to comply with a new world. Your business website is an essential tool for success. When there was no Internet, marketing campaigns were … [Read more...]
5 Secrets to Find Success as an Introvert
Talking to people is exhausting. I get it. I'm an introvert, too. However, many of the most successful business people are introverts. Your personality doesn't dictate your career success. Your actions do. Is it easier for extroverts to excel in business? Possibly. So much of business success is tied to networking, but that's not the only piece of the puzzle. I often think … [Read more...]
How the Cloud Can Help Your Business Grow
Sponsored by Equation Technologies: The cloud has become a fabulous resource in recent years. A decade ago, if you had asked a friend what the cloud was, they would have probably pointed up into the sky in a quizzical fashion. Today, everyone and their dog uses the cloud, whether it’s for backing up their precious photos or using the latest version of MS Office. For … [Read more...]
How To Regain Your Groove in the Job Market
You used to be an irresistible magnet on the job scene; you didn’t have to attend networking events every night and have a polished online presence to get employers to notice you. But the new digital landscape has changed the hiring process and job requirements. The skills that made you a hot commodity 20 years ago may not be enough to impress employers today, especially when … [Read more...]
5 Tips to Use the Power of ‘Why’ to Boost Employee Performance
What motivates you to work? While many leadership teams think the secret to boosting employee performance and job satisfaction is based solely on monetary rewards, team building events, training, awards, and a long list of other recognition tools, for most people, motivation lies in just one word -- why. Think of it this way. How many things do you do just because? You have … [Read more...]
Using Financial Analysis to Diagnose Your Company’s Health
How well is your company really doing financially? Do you truly know the answer to that question? Do you know how to conduct the right financial analysis tests to get an accurate answer? Don't worry. Many business owners don't know the full story of the financial health of their companies. The problem with not knowing is that disaster could be looming. If you don't … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Use Excess Working Capital to Increase Profits
Many companies struggle to find ways to improve working capital, but others find themselves in the opposite position. They're sitting on excess working capital. If your company is sitting on large amounts of cash, you're missing opportunities! That money could be reinvested into the company to improve profits and shareholder value. During an economic downturn, having extra … [Read more...]
6 Ways to Improve Your Company’s Working Capital
Working capital represents the money your company has to meet its day-to-day business expenses. It's the amount of cash in your company’s pocket. Effectively managing working capital is critical to ensure your business can meet its obligations and avoid bankruptcy. Working capital is calculated by subtracting current liabilities from current assets. Yes, you want to have … [Read more...]
7 Social Media Mistakes that Could Ruin Your Chances to Land a New Job
Looking for a new job? 93% of hiring managers review your social media profiles before they'll consider hiring you. Are your profiles telling the right story? If not, your chances for getting that job you want might be zilch. The infographic at the end of this post provides a bunch of data that you should know before you start your next job search. Most importantly, your … [Read more...]