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 Procedures Tips Archive Page
Welcome to our Small Business Procedures Tips Archive Page to help you and your business streamline processes. Read the archive posts for tips to use in your business.
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
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
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
How to Track Social Media Followers Engagement in Your Business
I work with several clients that need help managing their social media marketing. I had to create a way to track social media followers' engagement that would make it easy for clients to see the progress for them. Follow along and create your own tracking sheet for your business. Tracking Social Media Followers Tips Gather the list of social media accounts you want to gather data. Make a list of all your social media accounts that you want to track. You can even add the username … [Read more...] about How to Track Social Media Followers Engagement in Your Business
Consistency in Business Is Essential
When developing systems in your small business start up, consistency in business is essential. Having incorrect data and content that is not correct is very time-consuming and frustrating to all the people who have to work with the information. My virtual clients come to me to have me help them clear up the inconsistencies in their systems. Some don't even realize an issue until they are looking for something and then realize that the information is incorrect. Note: I'm not just talking about … [Read more...] about Consistency in Business Is Essential
The Complete Guide To Simplify A Process
Your small business can get complicated very quickly. Taking the time to review and set up processes will help you get your business back in shape more quickly before it gets out of hand. Today, we are talking about ways to take action and simplify a process in your business, so it works better for you. Whether you are a solopreneur or have a few employees, streamlining your systems will not only save you money, but it will also make room for additional clients. If you are looking to get more … [Read more...] about The Complete Guide To Simplify A Process
4 Free Hours Tracking Apps for IPhone
To keep track of hours, I have used a rudimentary process for a long time now. I would write my start time on a sticky pad, and then, after I finished the project, I wrote the end time. Then, I would add the total time to QuickBooks so I could invoice the client. Easy, right? Wrong. There were issues with this system. I would sometimes forget to write the start time. Not good at all. To rectify this situation, I would go to the previous client email that lists the completed task summary and … [Read more...] about 4 Free Hours Tracking Apps for IPhone
Important Tips to Delegating as a Small Business Owner
As your small business grows, you may be wondering how to delegate services to others. Whether you are delegating tasks to employees or subcontractors, there are some things you should know as a small business owner. But before we get into the tips, let's talk about how to find the right person. How to find the right person to delegate tasks for your small business? Taking the time and interviewing more than one person is essential. You may be rushed and just don't want to spend a lot … [Read more...] about Important Tips to Delegating as a Small Business Owner
