In our last post, we dissected different methods of internal communication. We offered some tips on keeping your internal communication productive and avoiding meetings no one wants to have. Today, we want to talk about external communication. You never want a client to feel like it’s hard to have a productive conversation with you. Also, […]
Effective Internal Communication Methods: Could This Meeting Have Been An Email?
How many times have you thought, “Ugh, this meeting could easily have been an email.” The manager is droning on, it feels like your brains are draining out of your ears, and you’re thinking of what else you could be doing. We know how it feels. That’s why orderly internal communication channels are a must. […]
How to Decide Whether To Take On A Business Partner
Tips for Deciding To Take On A Business Partner First things first: Is a partner what you need? Take a step back and look at the big picture. Sometimes it’s better to hire a consultant whose services you can use on a consistent or as-needed basis. Or you can hire a contractor to take care […]
Let’s Talk Teamwork
You may have heard this before, but no small business owner is an island. You succeed or fail in large part thanks to the strength of the support network surrounding you. Notice I said “strength” of your support network, not “size.” It doesn’t have to be huge! In fact, when you’re just starting, one or […]
Five Steps to Make Managing a Remote Team Easy
In a world where it’s easy to stay connected 24/7, going into the office isn’t as important as it used to be. Remote work, whether completely remote or as an occasional option, is a fantastic perk to offer employees – and can help small business owners build the best possible teams. As a small business […]