Give Your Business the Competitive Edge It Needs with These Tips

March 8, 2017


In a sense, business is all about competition. Even if you don’t feel very much like you need to focus on your competition, the truth is that you are competing with others at all times, and it is in your interest to try and ensure that you end up on top. Giving your business the competitive edge is something that you will need to learn to do well if you want to succeed in the long run, so it is well worth taking a look at the following points. Here, we are going to look at some of the major things that can help in giving your business the edge in its practices. Follow these guidelines, and you really can’t go far wrong.

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8 Common Accounting Mistakes Most Small Business Owners Commit

March 4, 2017


There is nothing better than building a successful business. The kind that enables any entrepreneur to deliver superior services than all of his competitors. While passion may energize you, there is another side of the business that can equally drain you… accounting! There is hardly any business owner that wakes in the morning, excited by the idea of balancing transactions. Needless to say, accounting is key to business success. Every business owner should monitor their accounting closely in order to avoid making these common mistakes:

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How to Transform the Guest Experience in the Hotel

March 4, 2017


Many of the world’s most successful hotel chains feel rather formulaic and clinical in their design. The cold interior fails to offer the warmth expected in the hospitality industry, so they merely provide a place to rest your head before you forget the hotel stay altogether. However, there are some exceptions to the rule, such as Marriott.

Many guests across the world have wised up to the cold features that blend one stay into another, and are now seeking a warmer, more authentic hotel experience on their travels, which is where you should come in. We are therefore offering some helpful tips to help you stand apart from the cold accommodation chains that take up the market space.

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Important Time Management Tips for Small Business Owners

March 3, 2017


If you are an entrepreneur starting a business, it may seem as though there are not enough hours in the day to complete all of your tasks. To complicate matters even more, every second that ticks on a clock represents money. So, the question is, are you earning money in your business or wasting it?

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Safe Workplace: Smart Strategies to Protect Your Eyes on the Job

February 26, 2017


Workplace health and safety always needs to be a current topic of conversation if you are going to keep up to date with safety legislation and develop a smart strategy for protecting the workforce.

Some of the most commonly reported incidents in the workplace are eye injuries and when you consider how vital your vision is, doing what you can to stay safe should be a priority.

Here are some tips and insights on eye safety. There is an overview of the potential hazards plus a look at what you should do if you wear contact lenses, and details of which type of protection is suited to the work you are doing.

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Comprehensive Guide to Prepare Health and Safety Policy for Small Business

February 23, 2017


Having a health and safety policy in place is crucial when running a business. It’s a legal requirement to have your policy in writing if you employ five or more people. You should also make sure your policy contains the right information, in case a health and safety inspector pays you a visit.

So, when it comes to putting together your health and safety policy, what should you include?

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Importance of Annual Employee Drug Testing for Businesses

February 22, 2017


Drug testing your employees is not only a mandatory requirement, but also company policy to which many businesses follow. The need to have a drug test is to prevent the increase of accidents as well as low in productivity. Drug testing is an important factor which company owners need to adhere especially that it affects production and in providing services. This activity obliges personnel, new and/or old, to take a drug test. Usually, employees are required to present their urine samples for screening but there are also those which need hair, blood, sweat and even saliva samples. Some people do not understand the concept of having to undergo drug testing in the workplace and other businesses don’t practice this at all.

The growing importance is enough of an explanation. As far as where medical needs stretch, the test is limited to those that can present legal papers for proof.  But there’s still another procedure for that to confirm when the result comes in positive. Even then, getting your employees test for a yearly or even a quarterly drug test is beneficial for you and your people. Why so?

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How to Cut Down on Vacancies in Your Rental Properties

February 21, 2017


If you are a first time landlord, or even if you are a well-seasoned property owner, you may be wondering how you can lower turnover rates and decrease vacancies in your rental property.  These are some of the best ways you can keep your tenants interested and maintain your monthly rental income with no breaks.

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How Reward Plans can Increase Your Employees’ Happiness

February 20, 2017


We all like to be appreciated for the hard work we do, and a simple ‘thank you’ can go a long way in the workplace. You will get the best work from staff who feel valued and respected, while those whose hard work is overlooked or undervalued will soon look elsewhere for another job.

But is a simple thank you enough to keep your employees happy and motivated? If staff turnover rates are a concern, perhaps it’s time to consider implementing a reward scheme in your business.

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How to make Sure Your Seasonal Business Stays Afloat during Dry Times

February 20, 2017


Seasonal businesses are hugely popular across the world for both summer and winter popularity. Whilst each business will have its own individual pros and cons, one of the most prominent challenges of running a seasonal business is when you hit the out-of-season time period.

With business being virtually non-existent as soon as your peak season time inevitably comes to an end, many seasonal business owners find it extremely difficult to avoid shutting down, especially within the first couple of years. If you’re worried about this happening to your business, below you’ll find some key strategies to ensure your business doesn’t crumble as soon as you come out of season.

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