Being a self-employed business owner, I know first-hand when something happens to my computer or internet connection, my work stops. It creates quite a stressful situation. I am unable to get tasks done, for my client and myself. So, having reliable digital backup strategies are a necessity. You may think I am exaggerating, but the reality is no computer is 100% unbreakable. Updates, viruses, malware and Internet outages can wreak havoc on our daily schedule and consume … [Read more...] about 8 Digital Backup Strategies For Small Business
Small Business Organizing Tips Archive Page
Welcome to our Small Business Organizing Tips archive page to help you and your business streamline processes. Read the archive posts for tips to use in your business.
The Best Practices for Digital and Physical Filing Systems
Digital and physical filing systems can be difficult for new business owners. That's why I created this FREE ebook for you to make your filing systems stick even when your business starts growing. Follow along and see what is in this easy to use ebook! Why I created this ebook? This book was specifically designed to give new small business owners/entrepreneurs/solopreneurs tips on organizing their digital and physical filing systems. I picked this topic because it is one of the most … [Read more...] about The Best Practices for Digital and Physical Filing Systems
3 Free Apps To Wind Down Quickly
Let me ask you this question, after having a hard day working in your small business, what do you do to wind down? Do you have particular things you like to do that support your health and wellbeing? We all have different routines we do to help us wind down after work. Some people play games on Xbox or online, others watch videos, some listen to music, some read books, others listen to books, some watch TV, some eat, and some do exercise. With more and more people having smartphones, it is … [Read more...] about 3 Free Apps To Wind Down Quickly
How To Detach Yourself From Your Small Business Each Day
In this fast-paced world, managing work and home life need to be a priority. But, you don't have to have a clean break from work or home either. As small business owners, it's difficult for us to separate ourselves from our work, so I permit you to let go of work and set it aside for a bit. "A bit" can be an hour or longer, whatever works for you. However long it takes to get reconnected to your home life. It's up to you. Today, I am talking about how you can detach yourself … [Read more...] about How To Detach Yourself From Your Small Business Each Day
Going Paperless – Tips and Apps No Small Business Owner Can Do Without
Every small business owner has to deal with paper throughout their day. But, not all tasks have to be printed on paper. Here are 5 going paperless apps no small business owner can do without. I know I sure can't. Trip Travel Apps Apps like Tripit will hold all your travel information like a hotel, airline, and car rental information. You can even email your itinerary to a person so they know your information as well. Great for … [Read more...] about Going Paperless – Tips and Apps No Small Business Owner Can Do Without
How to Organize Office Supplies with Minimum Expense
Working in offices for many years, I have become an expert at organizing an office supplies area. There are various ways to sort these items. Here are two ways to get your stationery organized: Two Easy Ways to Organize Office Supplies Option #1: Organizing office supplies by "like" items. Spend the time and organize your stationary by like will help you see right away if you need something or not. Below are some examples of items to use with this sorting … [Read more...] about How to Organize Office Supplies with Minimum Expense
Simple Tips to Organize Your Start Up’s Invoice Process
I was working with a client to set up an invoice system to speed up the invoice process she needed to do each month. She dreaded it so much. She would procrastinate for days. This client has about 15 recurring clients to bill random work hours at different rates from the previous month. To do the invoice process, she would write all her invoices by hand, then write the envelope. It would take her hours, maybe even days, to do all the invoices. We had an initial meeting, and I … [Read more...] about Simple Tips to Organize Your Start Up’s Invoice Process
10 Home Office Hacks For Better Productivity In Your Small Business
Many small businesses I work with have a home office. This space is used full time and sometimes used on a part-time basis. But, however long they use this space, it is important that it is a productive and efficient space for their small business. This week, we are going to share ten home office hacks to be more productive in the business. Follow along and change your productivity! Here are ten(10) home office hacks for better productivity in your small business: Find … [Read more...] about 10 Home Office Hacks For Better Productivity In Your Small Business
How To Create A Frequently Used Supply List
Every small business has supplies that they need over and over again. Printer cartridges, printer paper, copier paper, pens, staples, etc... are always used. To help make your office more efficient, why not create a frequently used supply list. Here is how to make one for your small business. First, you need to decide what supplies you frequently use. Do this by take a stack of Post-its and sticking them to each supply you use and replace often. Then go around and make a list of all the … [Read more...] about How To Create A Frequently Used Supply List
