Posted by Clayton Noblit on Apr 25, 2018 in Uncategorized |
Looking after employees and ensuring their satisfaction has become one of the biggest issues for companies to address today. With no shortage of job openings for experienced and qualified individuals, companies need to work on retaining their best employees or risk losing them to the competition. Employees who are dissatisfied with their role are not only more likely to grab an opportunity to leave your company; they’ll also be less engaged with their tasks and may be suffering from a lack of motivation. All of these can lead to decreased productivity and a loss of reputation for your brand. So, it’s clear to see that investing in employees isn’t...
Posted by Clayton Noblit on Apr 23, 2018 in Uncategorized |
There are several kinds of insurance any small business needs, and there are types of insurance that contractors need that other businesses may not. That is aside from the insurance customers may require from their contractors before they even consider hiring them for work. But what type of insurance is essential for contractors in particular? Let’s address each in detail. Worker’s Compensation If you have employees, you are probably legally obligated to have workers compensation insurance. In this instance, you could be hit with a fine for not having it. Worker’s compensation rates are based on the risk and hazards associated with the work. Worker’s compensation insurance, along with...
Posted by Clayton Noblit on Apr 19, 2018 in Uncategorized |
Even though many people view cryptocurrencies as a speculative investment, it’s still worth adding it as a payment option if you run an e-commerce store. Several reputable stores already include cryptocurrency payment options, and the number is growing each week. In this article, we’ll analyze the pros and cons of including it as a check out option and provide you with the resources to add it to your store. The Pros Reduced Fraud. Chargeback fraud is a common occurrence on e-commerce platforms. Here’s how it works: A customer orders your product using a debit or credit card. You deliver the product to the customer. Once the customer receives the product, he/she initiates a...
Posted by Clayton Noblit on Mar 27, 2018 in Small Business Tips |
What is targeted marketing? Targeted marketing is an approach that increases the likelihood of reaching the right audience for your brand. A campaign of this type identifies the demographics like to buy your products or services, and promotes your business directly to them. Identifying the specific groups that you want to cater to enables you to create a strategy that will directly appeal to them, in order to boost brand recognition, interaction, and eventually, sales. Marketing campaigns, as well as specific products or services, will then be created solely for these audience segments. Who uses targeted marketing nowadays? Brands that use the targeted marketing approach are usually those that...
Posted by Clayton Noblit on Mar 26, 2018 in Freelance Tips |
What you wear when you work from home is one thing, but if you meet with clients throughout the week or need to stop by the office, you may want to rethink some of your wardrobe choices. To make sure you are dressed appropriately for whatever the day throws your way (but still comfortable enough to be productive at home), include versatile pieces in your wardrobe. From a soft blazer to throw over a knit dress to the perfect blouse to pair with your jeans, here are some comfortable staples that can easily turn into meeting-appropriate professional pieces when styled correctly. Blazer Blazers are extremely versatile and look just...
Posted by Clayton Noblit on Mar 20, 2018 in Uncategorized |
A major but sometimes overlooked decision all e-commerce businesses need to come to is how they choose to package their products so that orders are delivered safely and with the consumer in mind. Below, we’ve outlined some of the main points for e-commerce business owners and logistical strategists to consider when plotting their packaging strategy. Products at the forefront The products you trade should be the main consideration when determining your packaging strategy. A common consideration for any company with a wide product portfolio is finding cost-effective appropriate packaging for all of their products. To minimize costs and waste, companies should try to locate adaptable packaging which is suitable...
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