Posts Tagged ‘Mistakes’
10 Biggest Holiday Office Party Mistakes Your Business Should Avoid
As we approach this holiday season, business owners, human resources teams, and anyone brave enough to join a party-planning committee are hard at work organizing yet another office holiday party. Throwing a good holiday party means walking a fine line between letting people have fun and keeping things professional. It’s not an easy task—there are…
Read MoreNew Business Owner? 5 Things to Look Out For
When starting a new business, there’s a lot of research that needs to be done. You might think you know what to expect but, undoubtedly, the unexpected will come up. The more you prepare, the more ready you’ll be react. To make your venture into self-employment successful, we’ve compiled a list of five things every…
Read More10 Commonly Held Myths That Limit Competitive Efforts
Every entrepreneur believes in their heart that their startup is more innovative and creative than their competitors. Yet none knows exactly where creativity comes from within, or how to pick and motivate the most creative people for the team. Most believe and follow one or more of the popular myths on business creativity, even though…
Read MoreCan You Profit by Serving Early Adopters?
I am a gadget freak, often purchasing new technologies in their first release. And my closet is full of such gadgets, from early pen-based computers to early brick-sized cell phones to an electronic handwriting recognition pad received as a gift to test. These early dives into new technologies serve a purpose for me. They keep…
Read MoreThe Genius Myth That Stops Us Being Happy and Successful
There is a myth that has been centuries in the making. It is a lie that has stopped many from starting their dream. Prevented people from displaying their genius. Stopped people succeeding. The myth? That being an artist, a creator or successful is only for a special few. That lie is that innovation and creativity…
Read More10 Mistakes Most Small Business Owners Miss When Starting Out
The process of starting a small business can be an arduous one; there are numerous steps that need to be taken—and often in a precise order—to legally establish a business. As a result, the process can be overwhelming. Unfortunately, it’s also easy to overlook some important details and steps along the way. By being aware…
Read MoreDon’t Make These 3 Common Mistakes of New Business Owners
Many people dream of one day owning their own business and working for themselves. That’s basically the American Dream, right? Usually, the thought of never having to work for somebody else ever again is motivation enough, but for others, it’s the thought of pursuing a unique dream. It’s the idea of autonomy. It’s one of…
Read MoreDon’t Sink Your Sales Team with This Bad Management Choice
What makes a successful sales rep? Here are some often mentioned attributes: Total focus on their own accomplishments, and The ability to work independently. What makes a good manager of sales reps? I don’t think too many would argue with these: Total focus on the accomplishments of others, and The ability to work closely and…
Read More7 Things Not to Do During an Audit
We get it. Tax audits can be nerve-racking, to say the least. And while there is a lot of information out there on what is appropriate to do, there isn’t much on what not to do. So allow us to outline some of the things you should never do during an IRS audit. 1. Do…
Read MoreDon’t Make These 5 Huge Blunders When Investing in Real Estate
Real estate investing is one of the biggest business and investing crazes of the century. Prominent investors often use real estate to diversify their portfolios. It’s also a stable, profitable venture that beginning realtors can use. But it’s not as easy as many get-rich-schemers would have you believe. Real estate investing is a complex business…
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