How to Reach a Decision on BYOD

February 12th, 2014

Businesses continue to struggle with the concept of a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy. To implement or not to implement is the ever present question. The answer to this tricky question can be found within your staff. Prior to implementation survey employees and management, this can be critical when the final decision is made.

12 Simple Ways to Improve Your Business the Next 100 Days

February 11th, 2014

Drastic change can come with simple, daily improvements, and you don’t have to wait a long time to see the measurable results that come from positive actions. The key is consistency. Commit to follow-through for 100 days.

Clear out clutter, one day at a time.

7 Tips to Spot Social Media Spam

February 10th, 2014

According to Nexgate’s State of Social Media Spam Report about 1 in 200 social messages contain spam; up by 355 percent since the start of 2013. This certainly makes sense as social media is a popular business marketing platform and would attract the interest of spammers.

12 Ideas for Becoming a Better Salesperson

February 8th, 2014

The most successful sales professionals harbor a unique combination of two powerful traits: boldness and humility. These traits are often considered opposite, and expected to be found in two different personalities. On contrast, humility and boldness make the most effective sales combination.

8 Essential Tips for Protecting Your Data on Public Wi-Fi

February 7th, 2014

Cloud computing is the new standard for business, for many positive reasons. However, this tends to lead toward an increased dependence on public Wi-Fi. The number of hotspots available continues to grow, but not every hotspot can offer the protection of your office network.

4 Productivity Tips That Will Help Any Small Business

February 6th, 2014

Every small business has productivity problems. It’s not because small business employees are lazy; in fact, it’s the exact opposite. There is so much to do as a small business that sometimes it can be hard just keeping track of the long to-do lists.

10 Habits of a Productive Telecommuter

February 5th, 2014

Home offices are quickly becoming more common. This can be seen with telecommuting, where a remote work arrangement is made with an employer, or for home-based business. Many companies can see that some people just like to work from home for a change, and they are really good at it.

Still Using Windows XP? What You Need to Know

February 4th, 2014

According to Microsoft Support, Windows XP will no longer be provided with support or updates after April 8, 2014. All technology has a lifecycle and it seems we are quickly approaching the end of Windows XP. Many users are likely still using this operating system (OS) and will likely have some questions.

4 Keys to Effective Unlearning

February 3rd, 2014

“The illiterate of the 21st Century are not those who cannot read and write but those who cannot learn, unlearn and relearn.” Alvin Toffler

Many maintain a personal goal for continual betterment and ongoing education. But unlike in years past, learning is not just the acquisition of new information.

4 Reasons You May be Hiring the Wrong Person

February 1st, 2014

Every once in a while, making a hiring mistake can be more than just an inconvenience, it can be a downright disaster. By making the best hiring decision you can, not only do you save yourself a ton of time and money, but a few headaches too. Here are just a few signs that someone isn’t right for your company.