Pricing is one of the most difficult things you’ll do as a small business owner, and it’s equal parts art and science. If you set your price too high, you won’t make enough sales to make a profit. If the price is too low, you risk operating at a financial loss.
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It’s not uncommon for entrepreneurs and small business owners to feel alone as they work to grow their companies. Working alone, whether it’s from home or the local coffee shop, can add another layer of isolation. You don’t always have someone to turn to when you have a quick question or want some extra help brainstorming solutions.
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As back to school season begins for students around the country, you might be wondering if more schooling can help you take your business to the next level. You aren’t alone, either. It’s not uncommon for small business owners and entrepreneurs to wonder if furthering their education might provide tangible business benefits.
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At Intelligent Office (IO), we spend a lot of time helping businesses of all sizes get more of their best work done. Virtual office spaces are a great fit for small businesses, large businesses with several locations, dispersed teams that work remotely, and more.
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If you’re like most small business owners, you rarely (if ever) take an extended break from running your company. In fact, surveys have even found that nearly 50% of small business owners take only major holidays off, if they take any time off at all.
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Your business may have regular office hours… but does that have to mean the phone goes unanswered once the office closes for the day?
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One of the top challenges solo attorneys and boutique law firms face is managing limited resources. A small team is often responsible for a dizzying array of priorities on both the legal and administrative sides of the business.
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Firing an employee or independent contractor is a nightmare scenario for many business owners. But, sometimes you need to let people go in order to grow the company.
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Zig Ziglar, one of the world’s most popular motivational speakers, once said about business reputation: “If people like you they will listen to you, but if they trust you, they will do business with you."
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When you think about scaling your small business or startup, do you worry about how much money you’d need to spend to take your business to the next level?
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Because your environment at work has a massive impact on how well you can focus, it also affects how much work you can accomplish. In a well-designed office, it’s easy to block out distractions and focus on the task at hand.
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Automating recurring and/or repetitive tasks is one of the best ways to increase operational efficiency in your small business. Fortunately for your company, tapping into the power of automation has never been easier. Affordable automation software is readily available and the learning curve isn’t as steep as you might imagine.
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Whether you rent a dedicated office or sign up for an hourly desk rental, the best project management tools help leaders oversee team collaboration with transparency and delegation, while working from anywhere. This makes it easy to keep track of all the important details of a project… and are not buried in your inbox.
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As your small business or startup grows, it’s possible that you’ll quickly outgrow your home office space (or other ad hoc office solution). The good news is that is not a bad problem to have. Still, finding the perfect office space has its challenges.
Whether you rent an executive office suite or opt for a membership in a coworking space, it’s important to find the right type of virtual office for your small business. You need a space that makes it easy to do more of your best work, and no two offices are alike. Fortunately, business owners who need flexible office space are spoiled with choice when it comes to choosing a new home for their company. If you’re vetting virtual office solutions, here are 6 signs you’ve found the best spot to grow your business.
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Mother’s Day is less than a week away (this year it’s on Sunday, May 12th) and it’s the perfect time to show your appreciation for the busy momtrepreneur in your life.
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As your small business grows and evolves, there’s a chance the amount of time you have in a day will decrease. Hiring a full-time employee isn’t always possible, but a virtual assistant can step in to save the day… if you find the right assistant.
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