FTC Warns of Data Collection from Gadgets
The Internet of Things hopes to bring a new wave of connectivity options to seemingly mundane devices including your refrigerator and other household appliances. This new age of connected devices has already begun – thermostats have already been released that make your home or office “smart”, allowing you to control them with your smartphone from virtually […]
Mobile Marketing Tips for Every Small Business
Smartphones have become an almost-essential shopping tool, and many users say they are willing to receive coupons and discounts from businesses on their devices. This is great news for business as it opens new doors to direct marketing to customers. However, creating an effective mobile marketing campaign comes with its own set of difficulties as […]
Finding the Right Sales People
It’s your company and you want to grow it. Your life-long dream is for your company to become a household name. A good sales force can make or break your dream. Integrating a solid sales force into your company should be one of the most important aspects of the business growth plan. Spend time setting […]
Do Macs Suffer from Malware Attacks?
There is a myth that abounds in the world of Mac that has been encouraged by Apple: Mac users don’t have to worry about malware or other virus threats. While it is true that Mac users face far fewer malware threats when compared to Windows users, Macs today aren’t immune, and users can easily fall […]
Ask Trick Questions to Set Candidates Apart
One company, a few phases into the interview process, requires the candidate to take a test. On the test are questions ranging from moderately-difficult math questions to questions relating to how the candidate works on a team. The purpose is not only to verify the person’s common intelligence and fitness for the job, but also […]
Are Internal Systems Damaging Your Business?
One of the most common complaints you will hear from employees is that the internal systems of the business restrict their ability to serve the customer. These complaints can happen regardless of the type of systems you use in your business and include those made against CRM – customer relationship management – systems all the […]
Keeping Your Business Running While on Vacation
No matter how passionate you are about your business and how dedicated you want to be, the time comes when you must step back and take a break. Vacation time is not just a time dedicated for your employees to relax and unwind, it is also important for you as the owner of the business […]
Is the “Phablet” Phenomenon Here to Stay?
Innovation is the key to success, and with the rapidly-expanding technology market, many companies are seeking to leave their mark on the tablet and smartphone worlds. This innovation has led to the release of something that is affectionately referred to as the “phablet”. However, just because something is new or novel doesn’t mean it is necessary or will […]
The Best Time To Expand
They say timing is everything. But before timing you have to show up at the door for business to begin. These two principles are the basis for identifying and managing company growth. They are age-old business adages, yet are forgotten in the heat of competitive battle. Opening The Doors Experienced business people know that getting […]
HP Earnings Show Weak PC Market
The PC market continues to show signs of weakness as more and more consumers continue to shun traditional laptop and desktop offerings in favor of tablets and increasingly-powerful smartphones. Many PC makers have reported sluggish sales, and the trend only seems to be on the rise. HP has faced particular difficulty and has even announced that […]
How You Should Handle Workplace Conflicts
Regardless of what business you are in, it is more than likely filled with passionate people who believe in the work they are doing. This passion can evolve into conflict between coworkers or vendors as each employee passionately defends their actions and beliefs about their work and how they feel it should be done. Conflict on […]
How To Properly Handle Big Mistakes
One truth exists in every business: there will always be a customer who is dissatisfied with something about your product or service. Truth be told, there are some people who will never be satisfied no matter how well a product or service meets their expectations. Yet without customers, including the always-dissatisfied ones, you would not have […]