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10 biggest reasons to have a home-based business
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics data, one in three Australian employees now work from home regularly. Of the reasons for doing so, the biggest is to manage workloads, and second is to have no…
50 simple, budget-friendly ideas to build a positive company culture
We all know that positive company culture is an imperative aspect of a successful and more importantly, sustainable, company. Unsurprisingly, some of the biggest companies in the world are known for their great culture, including Google,…
How to develop your team’s skills
A company that is invested in developing their people creates loyal and dedicated employees. And a leader who takes time to learn about and teach their team, instead of blaming, builds an inspired team. It’s no…
7 tips for making time for friends while running a business
Mental health issues affect everyone, but in some aspects it’s a bigger problem for entrepreneurs and business owners than others. Among other reasons, it’s because entrepreneurs can have unrealistically high expectations of themselves, often putting their…
5 examples of great company culture – what the leading companies are doing
Let’s just get this straight first: Company culture is important. We all know this, no matter how much of a buzzword it’s become in some respects. And if you think your company culture doesn’t matter much…
How to get the most out of your team (infographic)
Have you ever felt that your team is underperforming? Have you ever felt frustrated by your team’s lack of commitment and dedication? Have you ever thought that your team had more potential, but you weren’t quite…
What to do when it is time to dismiss a staff member
Coming to a decision to dismiss a staff member can be tough. This is particularly true in small and medium businesses because responsible business owners are generally and probably rightly concerned about the increased workload for…
How to increase customer engagement
Sometimes, small business owners and even big corporations forget that customer engagement and therefore retention is one of the most critical pillars of a business. This is so important that, dare I say, it should require…
How to increase employee engagement (infographic)
I don’t have to explain that employee satisfaction and engagement are one of the keys to building a successful business and ensuring longevity. At the end of the day, the employees are the ones that do…