In all the talk of products, market sizes, profit margins, growth rates and other aspects of business, customer service often gets overlooked or is treated as meaning no more than giving the client the product or service that they paid for. Customer service often lacks the glamour, budget and support of other departments within a […]
Continue ReadingWhat is the role of a food consultant in your business? How can they benefit your restaurant’s business and what are their specialties? This article will help you learn everything about food consulting, and the ways they can enhance your food-service business. Here’s what we’ll cover in this article. Jump ahead if you feel the […]
Continue ReadingSuccess in businessWithout a plan, it is difficult to succeed. In the case of retail storesThis means that you must put in effort and time to develop your retail business plan. Now, you might be thinking: ‘why do I need a business plan, if I’ve got it all mapped out in my head?’ Business plans […]
Continue ReadingSmall business accounting tips don’t have to send you running for the hills. Perhaps the expression small business AccountingIt sends chills down your spine. Or maybe it’s something that you know is important, but don’t particularly love spending time on. One thing’s for sure. When you get a good grasp of basic accounting and bookkeeping, […]
Continue ReadingWe hear a lot about unemployment benefits for laid-off employees. But what about unemployment benefits for business owners? Are you out luck if your small business was unlucky? Normal circumstances would make you eligible for unemployment benefits if you were paid a regular salary by your small business and you paid unemployment taxes on this salary. […]
Continue ReadingIt’s all about the income when you own a small business. A traditional shop or store might make profits from sales, or both. Venture capital money might be available for startups. In either case, it might be necessary to be more creative in your revenue streams. You can make money on the stock market for […]
Continue ReadingIf you intend to operate an online business or a blog, you will first need a platform or website for your business or blog. With hundreds of options available, it is easy to feel lost while selecting the right platform for your website. Among these tens of websites and blogging platforms, the most preferred one […]
Continue ReadingIf you run a business with employees, you need to plan your staff. While that´s pretty manageable in small businesses without shift operation, it can become overwhelming in proportion to the number of employees and shifts that need to be covered. Staff planning is basically an overview about who works when and where on a […]
Continue ReadingYou want to start a restaurant consulting business. This may seem like a distant dream, but with a solid plan you can make it a reality. Here are 9 expert tips to help you start your own consulting business. Get hospitality education Gain hands-on experience Your network is your best asset Document your work Know […]
Continue ReadingBuilding a high-performance business team boils down to three key elements: autonomy, competence and relatedness. Academic research has demonstrated that psychological fulfillment leads to happier, healthier and more productive people. Although we are clear about what goes into building a great team, organizations struggle with cultivating relatedness. Attracting the very finest talent does not equate […]
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