How to ensure your small business work environment has strong employee relationships for a more productive and enjoyable workplace By the time retirement comes around, American adults have spent more of their waking hours at work than almost anyplace else. This means that the people with whom you spend the most time are your coworkers....
The stress of a small business environment can take a toll on employees – follow these tips for tip-top employee mental health There are nearly 28 million small businesses in the United States today, and it’s often been said that these businesses are the lifeblood of our economy. And anyone who has ever worked in...
Make it a holiday office party to remember with these ideas that elevate team bonding and show employee appreciation Every year when the holiday season rolls around, there’s an excited buzz at the workplace in anticipation of the annual office-sanctioned party, but the festivities always seem to resemble the ones of the year before. This...
Employee engagement party ideas that let you take advantage of slow season downtime in the office It’s a miserable state of affairs, but almost every company experiences a slow season of sorts. Sales slump, production grinds to a halt, and employees find themselves with far too much free time on their hands. This year, instead...
Expanding your small business by staffing up? Here are important things you should have in place before hiring your first employee If you’re reading this because you’re ready to hire your first employee, congratulations! This is an exciting and momentous milestone in your business’s history! That said, there are a whole host of things you...
Small business efficiency hacks that will boost your productivity without busting your budget A lot of first-time entrepreneurs believe that the issue of efficiency is something that cannot be improved without further resource investment and they couldn’t be more wrong. Sure, new purchases, hires and innovation can make a massive difference in productivity, yet, sometimes...
Ways your small business can improve your workplace efficiency and productivity for a better work environment that also will boost your bottom line Approximately 73% of the U.S. workforce — 100 million people — are considered ‘knowledge workers.’ These professionals deal with massive amounts of information, work inside open office environments, and utilize all kinds...
3 important details to consider when choosing a new office space for your growing small business Choosing a new home for your existing company, or finding a location for your startup, can be a tricky task. When caught up in finding a good location, haggling prices with lot owners, and figuring out parking, selecting new...
Reducing workplace stress in your business environment will help you and your employees be more productive and focused on growth Life is stressful, especially when you work in an environment that is riddled with tension and exhaustion. Too much stress can even negatively impact your health, resulting in conditions ranging from nausea to insomnia. According...
Basic tricks and tips that every small business must know to better manage their growing business and be successful With 99.7% of all businesses in the United States having under 500 employees, it’s clear that small businesses are at the heart of the American economy. However, even with so many small businesses out there, it...