Everyone working a job anywhere in the world can call themselves a juggler. Balancing personal and professional lives can be the toughest part of the day, between project deadlines, friends, family, trips and many others. Yet despite all the chaos, we forget to consider ourselves and our health. Doing everything at the same time is […]
Green Initiatives
4 Proven Ways to Reduce Your Business Energy Costs
As an entrepreneur and business owner, you know it’s not simple: you always need to keep the organization and productivity flowing in the workplace, create a teamwork-driven environment, collaborate with your employees, and so much more. But as you’re checking things off the list to constantly take care of, do your energy costs come up […]
Is Sitting the New Smoking?
Training and support about the dangers of sitting at a desk for prolonged periods of time are woefully neglected in many businesses, according to new research by office suppliers Viking and YouGov. Roles that involve sitting at a desk for extended periods put people at a greater risk of obesity, heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. […]
A 3-Step Guide to Making Money and Being Eco-Friendly
Prevailing wisdom tells us that making money and being eco-friendly are mutually exclusive. At best, they are separate. At worst, they contradict each other. However, as someone who is the founder and owner of a sustainable and profitable business, I know that it’s possible to run a business which is friendly to the environment, as […]
6 Easy Ways Your Business Can Save Money
Maintaining a healthy cash flow is something every business needs to prioritize. It’s not just something we should be looking at come tax time or end of the year either—reviewing smarter ways to save money is encouraged on a regular basis. Because technology is constantly progressing, the economic advantages are evolving and changing at incredible […]
The Why and How Behind Sustainable Business
Every business relies on some type of resource for its continued operation. That’s just an economic fact. Many resources are domain specific, and only matter to companies that operate in that domain, but there are some things that every business can do to become more sustainable. In this article I’ll show you some changes that […]
In the (Green) House
If someone were to say the phrase “urban agriculture,” quaint community gardens would probably come to mind. A vital resource, especially in major metropolises like New York and Chicago, these gardens usually contain a row of tomatoes, perhaps some other vegetables, and much needed green space—respite from the concrete jungle. In 2008, longtime friends Viraj […]
Why Solar Energy is a Smart Investment for Your Business
With climate change and environmental sustainability making recent headlines and gaining global attention, business owners across the U.S. are weighing the advantages and disadvantages of utilizing solar energy to better their company. If you’re like many of these business owners, the idea of solar power might be risky. However, whether or not you’re primarily concerned […]
Customers Appreciate Green Businesses and It’s Easier Than You Think
Consumers are making more informed choices about what they choose to purchase, compared to a decade ago. More people than ever are looking at environmentally friendly products and services in every industry. So, as an entrepreneur, you need to take this shift in attitude seriously. The simple facts are these. No one will decide to […]
A 5-Step Guide to Starting Your Own Green Business from Scratch
Every day people trash a tremendous amount of paper, plastic, metals, and other recyclable materials. While waste is essential to keep the consumer cycle rolling, it is not necessary that it ends up in a landfill. The past decade has witnessed some serious “Go Green” efforts which have created a huge market potential for environmentally […]
