
Your own small business can be rewarding with the freedom of setting your own hours and being your own boss. Whether working from a home office or renting office space telephone service is required. A lot of business is done over the phone, from cold calling to closing the deal. Therefore investing in a good [...]
August 26, 2010 | Posted in
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Among the so many varieties of credit cards, one of the most underestimated is the value of a business credit card. Many people do not choose to apply for a business credit card because aside from having a definite target market- the business owners or business executives-it seems to be complicated to use. Although a [...]
June 17, 2010 | Posted in
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As they approach retirement age, many c are considering alternatives to retirement. A growing number of them plan to forgo golf, travel and other pursuits to continue working through what have long been considered the retirement years. According to a report by AARP, 80 percent of those born from 1946 to 1964 plan to work [...]
June 12, 2010 | Posted in
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The call record method is, in my opinion, one of the best approaches to coaching agent phone calls and ensuring quality. Here’s a 9-step plan for effectively coaching call center agent phone calls: 1. Randomly record 2 –3 telephone calls. Random recording is important. Do not record 3 calls back to back or on the [...]
June 9, 2010 | Posted in
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For people who spend a lot of time communicating, headset phones make a lot of sense. It’s not just for air traffic controllers and telemarketers, if you’re on the phone a lot at your office you’ll probably find these accessories improve productivity, reduce fatigue and cut down on mistakes.
June 3, 2010 | Posted in
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Making the choice to work from home can be a thrilling experience. Knowing that you will not have a need to share personal space with another employee can make your days lighter and more productive. This is true of the entrepreneur or the home worker still tied to a corporate environment.
May 31, 2010 | Posted in
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Internal Control over accounting procedures is one of the most important aspects of running a business. It helps to ensure that embezzlement and mistakes are detectable and the company’s money is correctly accounted for. The basic premise behind Internal Control in an accounting environment is to ensure that no one person is in a position [...]
May 28, 2010 | Posted in
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I get asked that question a lot. In fact, after “how do I start a business?” it’s probably the most asked question by new clients. I decided the best way to describe why you might decide to write a business plan is to tell you a few stories about a client of mine.
May 27, 2010 | Posted in
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Many investors are only interested in investing money into an enterprise for a limited amount of time. They want to know when they will get their money back and what sort of return they will be receiving at that time. Both issues are closely linked.
May 24, 2010 | Posted in
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If you have a great business idea or plan, or you would like to expand your existing business, don’t let a lack of funds stop you in your tracks. There is a wide variety of financing available for small businesses. Let’s take a look at the financing opportunities that small business entrepreneurs can take advantage [...]
May 24, 2010 | Posted in
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