Unless you’re one of those über confident people who can easily work a crowd and love it, networking can be one of the more daunting aspects of running a business. But simply not connecting with industry professionals or other businesses, is not a good idea. It will prevent you from leveraging some valuable resources, leave you with…
As an American, it can sometimes be hard to remember that over 85% of internet users live outside the United States- and that number is only growing. Over the past decade, Google has reported a 25% increase in non-English search queries- a trend that is likely a direct result of advancements in mobile communications, as well…
With the rising costs of health care and the tangible benefits that come with living a healthy life style, it’s almost a no-brainier that implementing a wellness program in your small business can offer a potentially big payback. And don’t think that it will necessarily cost you big bucks. Just because you can’t afford to…
When hurricane Sandy blew through the eastern seaboard in the U.S. two months ago, many small business owners were tragically unprepared for the resulting damage and loss of business. It forced a spotlight on a issue common among smaller companies: when it comes to emergency planning, many, many small business owners fall short. Running a…
It is just me, or have you noticed that your business-related to-do list just seems to get bigger and bigger with every passing year? I think it has a lot to do with all the Internet-based content creation, presentation, digesting, and sharing that is going on these days. It has added a whole new element…
By: Susan Brown
