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September 16, 2015

Boost your security system with Avigilon encoding

All businesses are aware of the importance of having security and surveillance systems in place, as this is how you protect your premises, property and employees from crime. Not all businesses are aware of the fantastic advances in the security industry in recent years, which means that many companies have an out of date and inferior system to what they should have. The advances in the industry can essentially maximise your security and make it easier and more efficient to protect yourself. Crime is a huge threat to businesses and it can be devastating, and you cannot put a price…

September 12, 2015

Small-Business Owner? Ease Your Tax Burden With These 6 Tips

Even if it doesn’t feel like it, the end of the year is right around the corner. For the small-business owner, that means it’s time to start thinking — and acting — seriously about deductions. No matter what kind of industry you’re in, it behooves you to reduce your tax burden and benefit your business and yourself as much as possible before the ball drops at midnight on December 31. Don’t just randomly buy a lifetime supply of paper goods for your office. Here are six tips that will help you ease your tax burden for 2015. 1. Donate…

September 1, 2015

Wonga SA leads the way in responding positively to the latest industry wake-up call

Wonga SA, South Africa’s leading provider of payday loans online, has responded to the recent “wake-up call” dished out the payday industry in a wholly positive fashion, starting earlier this year in April with the appointment of new CEO, Brett Van Aswegen. International Managing Director of the Wonga group, Mark Ruddock was pleased to announce the appointment saying, “After an extensive search, we’re pleased to secure someone of Van Aswegen’s strong calibre to lead our South African arm of the business. With more than 20 years’ experience in the African retail credit and financial services industries, Mr Van Aswegen is…

August 29, 2015

Productivity: This is Why Your Business Should Invest in Workplace Well Being

Small businesses generally are focused on keeping overhead down, and some owners and managers may think that the strategy to accomplish this is to eliminate all unnecessary spending. However, investing in employee well-being programs can yield significant benefits to businesses over time. With a closer look at how employee well-being impacts productivity and other aspects of your business, you may see that this is an area that you should be investing in. Your Employees’ Lifestyle and Health Status There are several reasons why many working adults are not as active and as healthy as they would like to be, and…

August 26, 2015

How to Guarantee Your Customers Won’t Hate Calling You

According to recent research by Forrester, the vast majority of people prefer to use self-service options when it comes to getting help from companies. Almost three-quarters of consumers would rather visit a website, social media page, or use an application than pick up the phone. Why is this? Why do customers loathe calling you, even if they can get answers faster or a more favorable resolution to their problem? Several recent viral videos and recordings provide some clues, as they show customers dealing with phone representatives who seem clueless at best and combative at worst, but such extreme examples are…

August 18, 2015

Private Dining: Planning a Successful Business Dinner!

Whether you are a business or up and coming executive rising through the ranks of your company’s corporate ladder, the ability to host a successful business dinner is a critical skill set to have. A successful business dinner provides you with a way to enhance your standing, build sting relationships and close outstanding deals. Here are some steps, tips and best practices you should follow in order to increase the chance for hosting a successful business dinner. These tips include choosing the right location, making sure you take care of the dietary needs of your guests and using the dinner…

August 12, 2015

Improve how you are perceived through office refurbishment

When you have visitors to your business property, whether they are affiliates, clients or anyone else, you will want to make a good first impression. The best way that you can do this is through the appearance of your offices, as this is the first thing that people will notice when they walk through the door. You will want to come across as a professional, welcoming, unique company that has its own distinctive style, and you will be amazed at the impact that this can have on your business. Not only will it impress those that come through the door,…

August 7, 2015

The Importance of Having A Good Quality ID Card

This article is all about the importance of a quality ID card, where and why they are used and the various types available to choose from. It includes the benefits of using the cards, and how to manage them in the best possible way. ID cards are used by a wide variety of businesses and organizations in the UK and across the world. They are often used to identify staff members within a place of work, such as an office, shop floor or factory. This makes it easier for other colleagues to recognize them and remember their names and job…

August 6, 2015

The value of team building days in business

Team building has been a hugely important part of business throughout history, and it is a proven way to improve aspects such as motivation, morale, cohesion and productivity. This can all help your business to become more successful than ever before, and additionally it also creates an enjoyable working atmosphere that will ensure your employees enjoy and take pride in their work. This can also help to promote brand loyalty and ensure that you do not have to regularly go through the arduous recruitment process. Team building can be hugely worthwhile no matter the size of the company or industry,…

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