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Work Smarter…Not Harder

By Donna Miller | April 12, 2021 | Comments Off on Work Smarter…Not Harder

I grew up with the message “work hard and you can achieve anything”. That programming had me connecting my output with my value. And that, my friends, is simply not true. I continue to immerse myself in that which helps me to work smarter NOT harder. Here are three tips and strategies that work for me.

How to Conduct a Workplace Investigation That Keeps You Out of Hot Water

By System Administrator | April 5, 2021 | Comments Off on How to Conduct a Workplace Investigation That Keeps You Out of Hot Water

In this age of #MeToo, it is more vital than ever to conduct proper investigations into complaints of sexual and other types of harassment in your workplace. To be effective, investigations must be timely, thorough, confidential (to the extent practical and as permitted by law), and transparent.

A Retailer’s Guide to Winning Customer Hearts

By System Administrator | March 30, 2021 | Comments Off on A Retailer’s Guide to Winning Customer Hearts

Winning the hearts of customers takes more than a single experience, and a cocktail of shared values, personalization and multiple positive interactions.

Your Business Website Needs to Do More Than Look Good

By System Administrator | March 23, 2021 | Comments Off on Your Business Website Needs to Do More Than Look Good

There are many factors that create a good functional website. Your website’s point is to showcase to prospects that you are the best company for them and how you either solve their problems or enhance their life with your product or service. When creating your business website, you need an open-source content management system (CMS), clear and concise messaging, and an easy to navigate website.

Home Office Deductions for Business-Owners Working From Home

By Julia Tsoy | March 16, 2021 | Comments Off on Home Office Deductions for Business-Owners Working From Home

Many people are working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic. If you’re self-employed, you might be able to claim deductions for home office expenses against your business income—as long as you run your business from your home or perform certain functions there.

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