You might think that your business success depends on how well you’re able to do your job, but actually, this is only half the battle. The other half is to do with perception, how your customers — both present and future — see your company. You might be the most talented person in the world,…

We only have so much energy and headspace that we can deal with, and so it’s vitally important that we’re doing things the correct way. If we’re not, then we won’t be able to progress, in whatever form that means for us. Life, of course, is not all about efficiency — it’s not about maximising…

Companies across the world have to put a lot of time and energy into compliance. Making sure that you’re following the rules set by your local government is often viewed as crucial, and this means that businesses will pour their efforts into it. Of course, though, when you go through this, it’s rare that anyone…

Getting your aces in their places takes lots of organizational and interpersonal skills. You need to be great at reading people, talking to them, and devising plans that are effective and productive.  Don't worry. If you don't feel you tick these boxes at the moment, they can be learned. As long as you create a…

A lot of entrepreneurs choose to make their homes into a business hub. After all, when you work from home, you don’t need to worry about meetings, co-workers or even scheduling either. This may sound like the ideal working situation, but if you are not able to discipline yourself then you may find that you…

There are a whole lot of things that make trying to run any kind of business in the modern era unique from pretty much any other point in history. And if there's one thing that's responsible for more of that than just about anything, it has to be technology. The rise to technology and digital…

Freelancing is no walk in the park. It’s an incredibly exciting business opportunity. You can pursue your dream job with no restrictions. You can become your own boss, so you set your own expectations. However, the important thing to remember is that you’ll become more than just an employee – you’ll become an employer. When…

One of the best things about the modern world just how much easier it is to set up any kind of business than ever before. In the past, it required a great deal of connection, resources, and money to set up a business but now all you really need is an internet connection and a…

Compliance is a form of obedience to a figure of authority. In the business world, the act of complying is a delicate matter that can have significant consequences – for better or worse, depending on the situation.  Indeed, simply put, compliance is the complex process of making sure that your company follow the regulations standards…

Whether you own a boutique in a quaint village or a chip shop on the seaside. How your business premises are decorated plays a part in either making your employee's stress levels skyrocket. Or helping them to feel serene and easy-going. Happy, stress-free employees are more productive. In turn, this provides better results for your…