Being self-employed has its ups and downs; I enjoy making my schedule and moving tasks around when other activities come up. Though, I don't like having to decide what to do and what not to do. I would like someone else or a client to determine what I need to do next. This part often involves trial and error to get the most productive schedule for me, and I bet you experience this as well. Here are some business calendar tasks to add to your calendar to help be more efficient and stay … [Read more...] about Easy Ways to Make a Business Calendar More Effective
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3 Tips to Help Any Small Business Start-Up Reduce Stress
Does this scenario sound familiar in your small business start up? A client calls and asks for some notes from the meeting emailed to him/her ASAP. You get off the phone and your hearts racing while you frantically look for a piece of notepaper. Finally, after 30 minutes of looking under piles and piles of paper, you find it. You think to yourself, "OK, breathe, I found it. Thank God!" It doesn't have to be this way. When starting a new business, you need to get your … [Read more...] about 3 Tips to Help Any Small Business Start-Up Reduce Stress
The Most Important Areas of Instagram Insights in 2020
Instagram has become quite popular in the last few years. This powerhouse social media site helps small businesses with branding. It also allows followers to see what's going on "behind the scenes." But, what really does work on Instagram? Well, each business page is different and there are many factors involved. To figure out your particular situation, the Insights section on the app works nicely. It gives you quick information about shared posts. NEW FOR 2020: Facebook Creator Studio … [Read more...] about The Most Important Areas of Instagram Insights in 2020
10 Creative Ways to Use Sticky Notes In Your Small Business
Sticky notes or 3M Post-its(R) are more useful than just creating beautiful murals displayed on high-rise windows in NYC and helping kids learn to spell. They can be used effectively in your business. This post will talk about creative ways to use sticky notes to make your business more productive. You may be wondering why do I need sticky notes for my business. Well, there's something about real paper that makes us either want to take action to remove the clutter or get so frustrated … [Read more...] about 10 Creative Ways to Use Sticky Notes In Your Small Business
5 Super Fast Tips to Save Time Online
If you are visiting our blog, you are most likely a small business owner. You are so busy and can't fit social media into your day, right? There's no wonder - you are probably preoccupied with all the tasks you have to do each day. I'm here to tell you that you are not alone in not having time to be online. But knowing that, it is crucial to be involved and get your brand online as well. Today, I am going to share with you some tips to keep your online tasks simple, quick, and easy. 5 Tips To … [Read more...] about 5 Super Fast Tips to Save Time Online
6 Ways To Reduce Wasted Time in Your Small Business
Imagine this, while working at your desk, you realize you need to go to the filing cabinet in the other room. You have gone there at least 2 to 3 times already today. And, return to your desk to start work again. Then in a few minutes, you need to print something that takes you, yet still, away from your office to get the print out that is in another room. Do you see what is happening here? You are wasting a lot of precious time taking away from your focus on the task at hand. Wouldn't it be … [Read more...] about 6 Ways To Reduce Wasted Time in Your Small Business
The Best Business Travelers Gifts
Whether you have a business traveler in your life or you are a business traveler, here are my top 5 business travelers gifts every traveler would love to receive as a present this holiday season. With the world of business being more global, you probably know of someone who travels for business. So, why not get that loved one a Holiday Gift that helps them feel more at home while traveling? Here are my best gifts for the business traveler. NOTE: Below are shared links of products you can … [Read more...] about The Best Business Travelers Gifts
The Pros for Using Templates and Checklists
A lot of self-employed small business owners are sole proprietors that work by themselves or with clients and don't feel the need to make a checklist or template of what they on a regular basis since they are the only one doing the tasks. Though, if they get sick or busy, the tasks are not completed. Then, they feel overwhelmed and anxious, frustrated that they can't finish their projects. I am here to convince you that making templates and checklists are critical to your small … [Read more...] about The Pros for Using Templates and Checklists
How to Stay Productive When Working From Home
More and more people are working from home. Whether it is getting some quiet time to get things done or you work from home every day, using your time in the home office needs to be as productive as possible. Below are eleven tips on how to make your space and time in your home are the most productive. 11 tips on how to stay productive when working in your home Plan your day. Look at your schedule the night before to make sure you know what you need to get done the next day. Making priorities … [Read more...] about How to Stay Productive When Working From Home
