Project Management has become one of the most-needed specializations in today’s corporate world. A project consists of a set of tasks to achieve a defined objective within a define time frame. The success of a project depends on the successful management of resources from various teams, outside vendors and corporate management. The person who manages the project, also known as the project manager, is responsible for bringing together the people and other resources to make the project a success. If you want to become a top project manager, then you will need specific skills, knowledge and expertise in project management.

Business meetings don’t have to be boring.

Yes, they do have a “boring” stereotype, largely because many meetings tend to be dull, unengaging, and far too long. But just because important meetings are focused on company goals and ideas doesn’t mean that a little bit of fun will make it less productive. In fact, getting your team members laughing and interacting with each other will make for a more productive, enjoyable meeting.

With a new Facebook algorithm making it harder than ever for businesses to reach their audiences without investing in ads, there's never been a better time than now to set up a Google Plus business page. While the platform may not yet be as popular as some other social media behemoths, having a presence there is crucial for putting your small business on the map - in more ways than one.

Every business needs to have insurance. Without it, there is no way to protect the company you built and the livelihood you earn in the event of an accident. With that in mind, the following are a few of the essential things you should be sure your small business insurance offers:

Basic Cover

For basic coverage, you will need general liability insurance. This will protect your business against accident, injury or negligence claims. If someone gets hurt on your premises, this policy will cover attorney fees and medical expenses. Basic coverage will also pay for damages caused by a business owner or his or her employees and claims of copyright infringement, slander, and false advertising.

It may be the right time for you to move your business. There are some key benefits to relocating your business when the time is right. The key is being able to recognize the indicators that provide the green light for you to move. It is also important to understand all of the dynamic elements associated with relocating a business.

As a small business owner, you frequently have to negotiate, and your skills in this area can directly affect your business results. You need to negotiate with suppliers, service providers, employees, and customers. You started your business because you're great at what you do, not because you enjoy negotiation, but whether you like it or not, this is part of running your own business. 

As a small business owner, you need to cover all of your bases, and that means keeping sharp eyes on things that may seem a bit fishy.

With the rise of slip and fall scams, one lawsuit against you could cost you financially and cause problems with your business.

In business, promotional plans are the vital road maps behind effective promotional activities. The plan lays out the promotional strategy, so you can evaluate what you can perform effectively. Without a promotional plan, your promotional efforts run the risk of veering off-course as the promotional team focuses on the details with no concept of the final destination. Yet the biggest benefits of a promotional plan lie in the pre-execution stages.    

The "freemium" business model is a pricing strategy in which you give away your core services for free and then offer premium services for a fee. This tends to work well for companies (often, software or Internet companies) where the free product can be shared cheaply and widely; you simply restrict your services for the free version, offering limited features, capacity and support.

When most people hear the term "curb appeal," they invariably think about buying or selling a private residence. However, few apply the same principles to commercial properties and businesses. The reality is that business curb appeal can go a long way in boosting revenue and increasing overall business value. Here are a few tips to jazz up any commercial property.