All businesses start from a position of control. After all, it’s usually just one or two people, and it’s easy to feel like you’re in control of everything when you’re just kicking around ideas. But if the idea is good enough, then eventually, things may begin to feel a little overwhelming. You can feel as … Continue reading →
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Posted by Penelope Herbert on February 19, 2019 · 3 Comments
When you boost office productivity you also boost the empowerment, confidence and well-being of your team. But how can that be? Hannah Thomas explains. In today’s competitive market, every company is doing their best to be as productive as possible. And it’s no news that your employees play the biggest part in this task. … Continue reading →
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Posted by Penelope Herbert on November 26, 2018 · Leave a Comment
Workplace human error is a component of most businesses. Whilst some of these mistakes may be harmless, others could be costly both to your finances and to your reputation. Because humans aren’t like machines, there’s no easy to fix to workplace human error. However there are things you can do to reduce it and make it … Continue reading →
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Posted by Penelope Herbert on November 15, 2018 · 1 Comment
Employee benefits can make you stand out from other employers. If you want to attract and retain the right people, there are five employee benefits you should be offering. Something that adds value to any employment position is employee benefits. When an employee signs up for a job with you, they expect to receive compensation … Continue reading →
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Posted by Penelope Herbert on August 17, 2018 · Leave a Comment
Your office break room can be a far more important place than you realise. Whether you are a business owner or employee, Lana Hawkins has investigated 5 ways having an office break room can improve your company culture. It’s widely known that office design holds great importance for the success of a business. However, even … Continue reading →
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The design of any business is important, and this is definitely the case when it comes to a dental office. If you run a dental practice, you need to make sure that it is styled in a way that appears clean and hygienic while also branding your business and giving off a professional tone. There … Continue reading →
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The digital revolution has brought amazing changes and improvements to the way customers interact with their favorite brands. Nowadays, all a user needs to do to get the advice or product they require is to order it online with only a click of the finger. Additionally, if someone feels lonely, it takes no more than … Continue reading →
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Posted by Penelope Herbert on December 28, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Let’s be honest, wherever you go, you are bombarded with technology. Perhaps too much so, but there are clever ways technology can enhance your business. The opportunities on offer because of technology can make businesses run far more efficiently. And for the most part, businesses are taking advantage of whatever technological upgrades come their way. … Continue reading →
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Posted by Penelope Herbert on October 5, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Employee care can be one of the biggest issues employers face when it comes to productivity, loyalty, and company ambassadorship. How many times have you worked at a company that has no demonstrative employee care? Whether it’s due to neglect or because they force you to work too much overtime, it’s incredibly difficult to cope … Continue reading →
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