Leaner, meaner, greener. That's what it takes to thrive in today's business world. How can your company cut the fat out of the budget, while still remaining productive and vital? Here are some great ideas for making operations leaner, meaner, and greener for 2015. 1. Reduce Energy Waste The end of 2014 marked some of the [...]
Heading into a new year is a great time to reevaluate how you're reaching your customers and find better ways of boosting sales to improve your bottom line. Here are three great ways to improve your customer outreach with timely innovations like better social media management, improved answering services, and new ways to provide customers with interesting [...]
What does it take to succeed in today's business climate? More people are starting their own businesses than ever before, but common mistakes and a lack of understanding of the current business climate lead too many startups to failure. Here are the best mistakes to avoid to keep your business or startup afloat in 2015. 1. [...]
Call Centers Offer Customer Security When you outsource your services to a call center, you are doing more than creating an efficient work environment. You are also giving your customers a sense of security in your brand and products. This occurs when you have 24/7 care, trained representatives, and toll free numbers. 24/7 Care Answering services [...]
Marketing of old involved lots of advertisements. Today, these ads are less effective, as consumers have more control over the content they view via their computers and mobile devices. This means you have to develop new ways to reach your target audience and better ways to develop meaningful relationships with those people for inevitable marketing success. [...]
Running out of ways to boost your sales and bring in new customers? Tired of spending a huge chunk of your operational budget on expensive advertising? Here are some inexpensive yet brilliant ways to improve your bottom line. Outsourcing some jobs, like business telephone answering services and advertising, can make these techniques even cheaper and more powerful. 1. [...]
Bass boats and PWCs, pontoons, and trolling motors -- a watercraft repair business keeps everyone on the water, from professional fishermen to the weekend warrior, having a safe, fun time. This business is quite lucrative if operated efficiently. Here's how your watercraft repair business can be the best around. Location, Location, Location! Waterfront or near-water locations [...]
Glass and mirror businesses don't capture much media attention, but are a necessary part of today's economy. From homes to businesses, everyone sometimes needs good glass work. How can you establish yourself as the local leader in glass repair and mirror work? Establish a Workable Pricing Structure Unfortunately, glass and mirrors are sometimes ordered by customers [...]
Dallas, San Antonio, Houston, and other Texas cities are seeing significant increases in immigrants from Mexico, Central America, and South America. All of the newcomers are potential customers -- but how do you reach out and get this business? These potential customers need all kinds of goods and services: plumbers, mechanics, doctors, flower shops, clothing, and [...]
Fires, tornadoes, floods, earthquakes, even terrorist attacks are real threats to business operations everywhere. Do you have a solid plan in place to recover your business if a disaster does occur? Disaster recovery isn't just a matter of repairing structural damage. It also involves restoring data, caring for your employees, and keeping up customer relations until [...]