The world of business is a vast one, but it can also be intimate in its scope. Meeting suppliers, investors and potential partners is a social world you must navigate in itself, as the unfortunate fact is that no one will be willing to give your business a look in (in its developmental stages,) if…

Some would say that when it comes to being an entrepreneur you simply either have it or you don’t. Many would argue this point and say that there are necessary skills that can be learned and attitudes that can be adapted, especially if you are entering into a business that you feel passionate about. However,…

The office is important. And no, we’re not about the hit TV show here — we’re talking about your office. We’re talking about the place that you run your business from working day in, working day out. We’re talking about the place where your business, well, gets down to business. We’re talking about the place…

There are many things that matter a great deal when you’re trying your best to run a successful business. However, there are also many things that get ignored, even when they’re equally important. Internal communication and the general dynamics in the office are two of the things that often get overlooked by entrepreneurs trying to…

Working from home is one of the most popular career choices in the world because of it’s convenience, and the ability for people who are house bound to earn some money too. Many very successful businesses have been started from people’s laptops in their bedrooms, so there’s no reason why your productivity at home should…

Expanding a company is one of those tasks that you want to arrive sooner rather than later. But don’t let your haste get in the way of carrying out your expansion in the correct and sensible way. There are so many things you need to get right if you want to your business to expand…

Progress in business is all about the thrill of the new –  from launching your first product onwards. Adapting to marketing changes and customer expectations can make the difference between a business that sinks or swims – especially in the start-up days when understanding your customer and their needs are so vital. As business online…

When you’re launching a business, expanding into a new product or location, or taking advantage of particularly profitable periods of the year, being active with business growth is crucial. Getting it out there and in the faces of the consumer can help you maximize profits and brand awareness when you need it most. Otherwise, however,…

One of the most stressful things about owning a small business is when you don’t make as much money as you expected or needed. Perhaps you are still waiting for some invoices to be paid, or you didn’t make the profits that you projected for this year. Whatever the reason, I have some tips to…

According to Albert Einstein, the definition of genius is taking the complex and making it simple, which makes us wonder why so many business leaders still try and over-complicate one of the most important business operations out there: customer service. If you haven’t realised that customer service is one of the most important areas of…