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Reducing Risk in Your Business for 2021

2020 was a year in which businesses had to contend with a diverse assortment of risks – many of which were completely unanticipated. Going forward, many will want to be ready for any eventuality – or at least, more prepared than they were when the pandemic swept across the globe. Risk and compliance law is […]

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Should You Buy a Car Privately or through Your Business?

Is it about time you upgraded your car? There are plenty of ways to get your new keys, from buying outright to finance and used car deals. Another option worth considering if you use it for work, however, is to buy a car through your business. It’s been a tough year for the automotive industry […]

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Gold Prices Plunges following the Drama at the Capitol

Given the recent events in US politics, you could be forgiven for thinking that the global markets would be in free-fall as 2021 got underway. However, aside from the second impeachment of the incumbent President Donald Trump, there appears to be a semblance of stability in Washington once again, with Joe Biden having been formally […]

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Technology That Makes Businesses More Efficient

Time is an essential resource for any business; however, there always seems to be a shortage of it. Utilizing technology to simplify day-to-day processes could be the answer to getting more free hours that can be used on other projects. Using algorithms to quickly and accurately complete tasks can allow managers to direct their time […]

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Secrets to Building Collaborative Teams

By definition, teams are meant to be collaborative. However, that is not always the case in practice. Many teams have come apart at the seams for a variety of reasons, including a lack of shared vision, a clash of personalities, and differences in perspectives. While building the perfect team may be unrealistic, putting together an […]

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Why the Best Customer Incentives Are Simple Ones

Customer incentives have become an integral part of how both traditional retail stores and ecommerce websites thrive. They’ve become key elements of the marketing strategies that help small businesses stand out in a crowded market, and sometimes even become household names. But what makes a great customer incentive? While customer behavior can be difficult to […]

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How to Secure a Leadership Role in 2021

As you climb the career ladder in 2021, your overriding objective might be to secure a leadership role. These job roles typically represent the very highest positions within your industry and highlight your success, talents and hard work. Of course, securing a leadership position isn’t easy. In fact, it can take years of experience and […]

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6 Floral Industry Statistics and Trends

With the floral industry growing more popular on the online platform of late, more florists are deciding to opt for the online floral industry instead of the traditional floral business. A great way to make sure your floral business is heading in the right direction is by keeping track of the latest trends and statistics. […]

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What If Your Workers’ Comp Claim Is Denied?

Workers’ compensation, also referred to as workers’ comp, covers injuries that happen at work. This can include tasks that are related to work, such as using company vehicles. Workers’ comp insurance most commonly covers traumatic injuries such as slip and fall accidents. Occupational injuries, which are illnesses or injuries that occur over time, are also […]

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Here’s Why and How to Secure Your PDF Files

In this digital day and age, it is imperative businesses have the ability to secure electronic files. Many companies use the PDF file because it retains formatting and can be accessed via any device. But another benefit of using PDFs is you are able to build a high level of protection into the files themselves. […]

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New Product Development Process

Developing a new product is a massive undertaking that requires careful planning, research, market knowledge and a clear product development roadmap. Only a tiny percentage of new product ideas come to fruition, with failure rates for new products at almost 50%. A structured, planned approach provides a far better chance of avoiding pitfalls that may […]

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How Should Beginner Solopreneurs Go about Marketing Their Businesses?

Beginning a business as a solopreneur is an exciting experience. But going it alone can also create more challenges. Therefore, it is essential you market your business in the right way. Read on to find out how to get started. Build a Website The first thing you need to do is build a website. Your […]

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