Working from home sort of crept up on us. One minute, we were going to work as normal, having a wonderful time. The next, businesses cleared out the offices and said that we’d have to work from our home offices. And if we didn’t have them, then either our beds or the kitchen table.
But working from home is also bringing with it surprising habits and teaching us all new things about ourselves. It’s anything but normal at the moment. (more…)
Running a business means having to keep lots of plates spinning at the same time. Keeping an eye on everything is a challenge, but there are some metrics and factors that do need to be monitored closely, and taking your eye off them can have serious consequences for the future of the business. Here are some of the things that it’s most important to monitor when running a small business.(more…)
Starting a business from home may not be as easy as it sounds, but some errors can make the process even more challenging. In general, about 20% of businesses fail within the first year, including home-based ones. Managing a business from home comes with so many advantages for any new entrepreneur. No matter what kind of business you are running, working from home offers a more flexible work environment, a better work-life balance, as well as little to no commuting issues. However, running a business from home also comes with a unique set of challenges. So, are you planning to start a new career or business from home? Here are some mistakes to avoid making.(more…)
As a business owner, you are always striving to enhance your company. However, the current climate means that the pressure to find cost-effective solutions is greater than ever.
Stuck for ideas, here are 10 fantastic options in the most important areas of business.
Entrepreneurship is a long journey broken into several miles. While starting a business is one thing, taking the necessary steps to bring their ideas to fruition is another task that many founders often struggle with. It is not so surprising that 90% of businesses crash and burn before reaching ten-years-old. When you establish an enterprise, growth in your profit margins and your customer network should be top priorities. If you’d like to know how to grow your small business into a successful venture, here is an essential guide to help you along the way.
Does anyone really love to go to work? Probably not. Unless you love what you do for a living, of course. There is a difference, however, between enjoying what you do for your career and enjoying going to work, and mostly, people HATE going to the office. You want to make sure that none of your employees feel this way, and as a business leader, you have to put yourself into the shoes of the people you’re paying to be there. Imagine spending eight hours a day – sometimes more – in a job or workplace that you hate? No one wants to live that way and you can ensure that they absolutely do not.
So, whether you are launching your first business startup, or you are running a huge company and you need to do something to boost the morale of those working for you, you need to do what you can to make the workplace more fun. Below, we’ve got ten ways that you can create effective and exciting ways for your team to work. Let’s dive in!(more…)
Well, 2020/2021 has been pretty crazy. I probably don’t have to say anything else. We’re all in this together. If you’re interested in staying updated on The 2023 Teachable Summit and free tickets and bonuses sign up here:
But if you’re anything like me, you wanted to utilize the quarantine and come out of it as an all-new you. You’d work out, build a (side) business, keep up with industry trends, and teach yourself an all-new skill set.
Well, I didn’t. I was overwhelmed, to say the least. I went on with my usual routine, but didn’t overdo anything else except low-key freakout on a daily basis.
(Oh, btw I DID start a new business, but more on that later)
And now it’s September – which is usually my most productive month of the year, and it’s time to go back to normal as much as possible. I’ve had over 6 months to adjust to this whole COVID-19 situation. It’s time to get dressed and focus on growth – personally & in business.
With more people at home than ever before, online learning has gone mainstream—and it’s incredible to witness. Online courses have changed my business and my life, giving me more freedom to do (and teach!) what I love.
Have you ever considered offering online courses or coaching?
Since 2015, more than 100,000 creators have sold over $500 million in courses and coaching on Teachable. But half of that—$250 million—was in the last year. I wasn’t lying when I said we’re going mainstream.
If you’ve ever thought about turning your expertise into online courses or coaching, now is the time to do it.
This is the first step to join the thousands of people who have started making money through online courses! By registering, you’ll also be entitled to special bonuses when you buy a Teachable plan (The normal price starts at $29 – if you create an online course and sell one you’d probably make that back, imagine getting a discount on the monthly price!)
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected virtually everyone’s lives across the planet. COVID-19 has impacted how we work, live, and enjoy time with others socially. One of the most notable takeaways from COVID-19 is how more people are working from home.
There was once a time where many companies wouldn’t have considered such flexible working for their employees. Nowadays, business leaders are hailing it as an excellent way to keep their companies afloat, regardless of their industry.
Have you been asked to work remotely from home? And have you never done so before? If so, you might be wondering how to prepare yourself for that. Especially if you live in a household with children! Without further ado, here’s what you need to do:(more…)
Excellent communication is important for every business, and when you’re working remotely, great communication becomes even more critical. To improve your comms, you need a plan, and you need the right tools. To get started on the road to communication success, have a gander at these 8 neat ideas.(more…)
Getting into the manufacturing industry as a business owner and start-up isn’t easy. It’s a tough market to crack as it is dominated by certain businesses that have a wider pull than startups. Especially in today’s environment where coronavirus has made a huge impact on the industry. People can’t manufacture things if they’re too close together or not in a safe environment, so a lot of people have been sent off home or furloughed. This has had a drastic impact on global economies, which may help lead to a global recession. Launching a startup and going into business at the moment maybe even harder than usual. Yet, most people who go into manufacturing have already got contacts and the industry. This means they may have a certain kind of leverage to use to ensure their business is a success. These steps can help you go.5(more…)
Improving your business should always be one of the main goals for any business owner. However, if you have a nice, steady rhythm going in your business right now, you might be worried that making changes will disrupt the flow. While that might be the case for some of the bigger changes you’ll have to make, there are also smaller ones that won’t cause any kind of disruption, or very minimal. That’s why we’ve written this article, so if you do want to know more about how you can make improvements this way, keep reading down below.(more…)
Keeping your machinery up and running is one of your business’s top priorities. When plant and equipment stop working, it immediately has an impact on your bottom line.
Fortunately, though, you don’t have to wait for a disaster to strike. You can use some pretty simple techniques and business practices to keep everything humming along beautifully.
