If you work from home, you know it can be difficult to concentrate in a space that is generally used for relaxing. Whether or not you’re planning to use your home as a permanent office space or are just going to meet with clients a few times a week, a workspace that is not only functional but beautiful can help inspire and motivate you to go the extra mile. Here are some of our … [Read more...] about How to Create a Functional and Fashionable Home Office
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Tips for Fear-Less Business Travel
Terrorism, increased costs for airline flights, rental cars, lodging and food have all contributed to a decrease in business travel. Many companies are cutting back on travel and are turning to technology such as webinars and Internet -based meetings to conduct business. Still, there are millions of people who drive or fly in order to do business. One of the most … [Read more...] about Tips for Fear-Less Business Travel
How to Make Money with Direct Marketing: Brainstorming a Business Idea
How can you develop money making business ideas? I like to mix concept development lessons in with real life opportunity. Here's an example of how I like to spot opportunities and brainstorm business ideas. A few weeks ago some friends invited my wife and I to go with them to a comedy club. As we were sitting at the table having a drink, our conversation turned to a … [Read more...] about How to Make Money with Direct Marketing: Brainstorming a Business Idea
5 Elements You Need to Create a Productive Home Office
There was a day when I remember thinking, “I’ve just got to get out of here if I am going to get anything finished.” The “here” I was referring to was a busy newsroom filled with working chaos and distractions. On the other hand, I can also remember shoving my laptop in my bag on a different day and thinking, “I have to get out of here if I am to get anything done.” On that … [Read more...] about 5 Elements You Need to Create a Productive Home Office
What You Need to Know When Starting a Retail Store: Tips to First-time Retailers
Are you dreaming of having your own store? There are a lot of things that you need to understand before starting your retail store. Opening a retail business is more than just leasing a store, putting in shelves and creating your display. Here are some things you need to know when starting a retail store: The store owns you, not the other way around. Once you post those … [Read more...] about What You Need to Know When Starting a Retail Store: Tips to First-time Retailers