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April, 2014

Six Mistakes You Must Avoid When Naming Your Business

Submitted by Karleia Steiner on Mon, 04/14/2014 - 13:31

Naming a business is tough. It must be memorable and stand out. It must be easy to pronounce and market. The name has to be branded easily and shouldn’t cause any confusion among consumers. Here are six mistakes you must avoid when naming your business.

Relocating Your Business? 4 Things to Remember When Moving Your Business

Submitted by Chaleigh Glass on Tue, 04/15/2014 - 14:39

Relocating your business is not voluntary in many cases. Moving is necessary to expand your operations into new territories and attract new customers. Increase your profits and success rates when you relocate, but you must do it properly. Remember these 4 tips if you are planning to move your business.

Ways To Help Your Business Grow Its Sales

Submitted by Savannah Coulsen on Tue, 04/15/2014 - 14:41

Sales are the lifeblood of every business. If you want your company to succeed, you need to find a way to increase your revenue. Obviously, though, this can be a challenge. The business world can be tremendously competitive, and finding new customers isn’t easy. If you’re creative and focused, you will be able to increase your sales in a real way.

Four Steps to Improve your Company's Performance in 2014

Submitted by Lori Williams on Wed, 04/16/2014 - 09:43

1. Know your Financials

Companies are dynamic organizations with a myriad of business functions occurring simultaneously. In order for the company to grow, each business function must operate collectively to produce an output in excess of the input.

Born to Lead the Masses: How to Know if You're Cut Out to Be a Leader in the Business World

Submitted by Dixie Somers on Wed, 04/16/2014 - 10:00

While some people are natural born leaders, leadership skills can indeed be taught. Whether you're born with these skills or not, you might find yourself desiring to be a great leader in the business world. As your career develops and you move up in the ranks, there are a few attributes that will show whether or not you're meant to be a leader. Different corporations have varying managing styles, so there's not just one definition of what a leader is. If you want to rise to leadership in the business world, there are a few tell-tale signs that will show if you are cut out for the job or not. Read ahead to get a better idea as to whether you're the next great leader, or if you should stick to following orders for now.

Is Your Sales Staff Technologically Sound?

Submitted by Adam Groff on Wed, 04/16/2014 - 10:36

A technologically advanced sales staff is an efficient one, which is why it's more important than ever to make sure your employees have technology at their disposal.

From smartphones to tablets and everywhere in between, equipping your sales staff with the right gadgets and software could mean the difference between a sale and a missed opportunity.

Customer Satisfaction: 7 Ways to Make Sure Your Customers Keep Coming Back

Submitted by Lizzie Weakley on Thu, 04/17/2014 - 12:33

Customer satisfaction is one of the most vital aspects of every business. Unsatisfied customers will tell everyone they encounter about their horrible experience. However, satisfied customers will bring along their friends and family.

How To Be Internet Smart With Your Business

Submitted by Savannah Coulsen on Thu, 04/17/2014 - 12:36

There is no denying how important the Internet has become when it comes to your business. Whether you are a single-store start-up or a Fortune 500 company, being smart with your use of the internet can help you stand out ahead of your competition. However, some companies are jumping into using the Internet, without utilizing it in the best way possible or being smart about how they do it. Here are some tips for how to be Internet smart with your business and what you should be doing to make the most of the technology you have at your fingertips.

Are Your Workers Dressed for the Part?

Submitted by Adam Groff on Tue, 04/22/2014 - 11:12

Great first impressions are important in the business world, which is exactly why your staff should dress the part each and every day.

Dressing the part doesn't necessarily mean a three-piece suit, but it does mean appearances should fall in-line with the business at hand.

Are You Plugged in to a Better Business?

Submitted by Joyce Morse on Tue, 04/22/2014 - 11:23

If you sell online or even have a web presence, you need a shopping cart plug in. It allows people to buy your products with an automated system that does not require any human intervention once it is set up.

It's not enough to just have a website that tells about your products; you must make it convenient for people to buy them online.