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Smarter Office Blog
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How COVID-19 Has (Already) Transformed Out-of-Home Advertising
Out-of-home advertising (OOH) refers to any advertising outside of the home, like a billboard or sign. As more and more people stay at home, the industry has experienced some changes that have people wondering, “Is OOH a good advertising fit for my business?”
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10 Creative Ways to Be More Productive
You've tried all of the usual productivity hacks, and they aren't working... now what? Here are ten of our favorite creative ways to channel a productive mindset.
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5 Small Things Business Owners Can Do to Retain Employees
Hiring new employees is time-consuming and costly. If you already have a great team that you trust to get the job done, these simple ideas will help you retain your top talent.
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4 Inspiring Examples of Business Innovation in the COVID-19 Era
Businesses across the world are struggling to survive as the coronavirus pandemic continues. However, it’s not impossible to find examples of innovative businesses that have learned how to thrive during this public health crisis.
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How to Train Your Virtual Assistant
Virtual assistants (VAs) are skilled professionals, but they do require training on the specifics of your business and how it runs. Plus, when you dedicate time to properly train your new assistant, you’ll receive a much greater return on investment.
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Your Checklist for Moving Into a New Virtual Office Space
Before you move into your new private office or executive office suite in a virtual office space, make sure all of your ducks are in a row with this handy checklist.
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How to Become a Thought Leader in Your Industry
Thought leadership is a popular marketing buzzword, but what does it mean exactly?
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A Guide to Finding Your Ideal Clients
To succeed in business, you need to know who your ideal customer is. This might sound like a simple task, but finding the perfect client fit can be incredibly challenging.
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How to Write a Great (And Effective) LinkedIn Profile
LinkedIn is the online networking platform of choice for professionals across the globe. With the right profile and a strategic approach, this tool can help small business owners, entrepreneurs and other professionals quickly grow their networks from anywhere with an internet connection.
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The Rise of the Pop-Up Office
The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed the way we work. For starters, more employees are working from home than ever before.
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Adapt to Work-From-Home with These 6 Tips and Tricks
Last time on the Intelligent Office blog, we talked about how work-from-home is becoming the new normal for many employees. If you haven't yet found a routine that works for you and your team, these six tips will help you adapt.
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Is Work-From-Home Here to Stay?
According to research from Gallup, “Sixty-two percent of employed Americans currently say they have worked from home during the crisis, a number that has doubled since mid-March.”
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How to (Safely) Get Your Employees Back to Work
As states across the country open back up for business, you may wonder if it’s a good idea to have your team return to the office. It’s not an easy question to answer, and your final decision will depend on a variety of factors.
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How to Get the Most From Your Phone Answering Service
A phone answering service can save you time, impress prospects and clients, and so much more. But, in order to get the greatest return on investment, you need to make sure your phone answering service is set up for success.
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5 Ways to Calm Your Nerves Before an Important Presentation
Fear of public speaking is a common anxiety that many professionals experience when faced with a big presentation, even if they appear calm and collected.
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Why Your Business Address Matters
In many cities, business addresses in certain areas lend an appearance of professionalism and competence. The right address can serve as a signal that your small business has achieved a commendable level of success, which makes your firm appear more trustworthy in the eyes of customers, colleagues and other important contacts.
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5 Signs You’ve Found the Perfect Virtual Office Space
In many ways, 2020 has been all about redefining what “normal” means. The economy has changed rapidly over the last several weeks, and you may find yourself coping with a new professional reality.
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