Category Archives: General

If Not Now, When?

Mike ParryMarch 13, 2015 Welcome to the first in a series of what to test and why with email marketing. It’s said that timing is everything and, given the change in the way we access our emails and the online world generally, it’s now even more important to send the right message at the right … Continue reading If Not Now, When? →

5 Amazing POS Software Every Retailer Should Know About

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Red AkrimMarch 12, 2015 The ka-ching of cash registers is music to retailers’ ears. In building a retail empire, however, there’s a lot more involved than simply ringing up sales – inventory management, customer relationships, the ability to accept various payment types, and a whole bevy of others. Thanks to the cloud computing technology for … Continue reading 5 Amazing POS Software Every Retailer Should Know About →

The Truth About Being a Jack of All Trades

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Sean KimJanuary 31, 2015 There’s a big dilemma that’s going through every entrepreneur’s mind when they first get started. Should I focus on my strengths or my weaknesses? “I feel like I can sell anything to anyone! But I also need to learn how to code and design websites… There’s just not enough time in … Continue reading The Truth About Being a Jack of All Trades →

How to Claim your Business on Apple Maps

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Nick RinkJanuary 28, 2015 Apple may well have the claim of being the largest company in history (so far) but when it comes to mapping, their Apple Maps product is still seen as second best to that of Google. Over the past few months however Apple have been taking steps to shift that perception. Initially … Continue reading How to Claim your Business on Apple Maps →

4 Tips for Hosting Effective Virtual Meetings

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Kim GeorgeJanuary 13, 2015 Did you know that the use of virtual meetings have grown more than 80% — and counting. I for one am not the least bit surprised by this statistic. Using technology to meet with clients and provide services to them from anywhere in the world has huge benefits financially and convenience … Continue reading 4 Tips for Hosting Effective Virtual Meetings →

What’s Lurking In Your Microbiome? Possibly, a Cure for Disease

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Startups are harnessing the trillions of bacteria inside us to eradicate diabetes, obesity, arthritis, and more. By Jon Gertner January 7, 2015 Advertisement The epicenter of the U.S. biotechnology business is just north of San Francisco International Airport, on a few dozen isolated acres wedged between U.S. 101 and San Francisco Bay. Unless there’s … Continue reading What’s Lurking In Your Microbiome? Possibly, a Cure for Disease →

Do I Need an Accountant?

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Jannike OhstenJanuary 6, 2015 If you are self-employed, or run a small business, you may be wondering whether it’s necessary to hire an accountant. In many cases, it’s possible to do your own books, rather than passing the buck onto a professional. Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of giving your bookkeeper … Continue reading Do I Need an Accountant? →

2014 Wrap-Up: Thoughts on Saving the World

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Ryan ScottJanuary 5, 2015 2014 is now a memory, so it’s time to reflect on what we’ve learned and solidify our new year’s resolutions for 2015. At the top of my list (right behind “getting more exercise” and “taking more family trips”) is “get clients to increase their focus on skills-based volunteering.” Why? Well, for … Continue reading 2014 Wrap-Up: Thoughts on Saving the World →

The Psychology Of A Successful Testing Program

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Andrew AndersonJanuary 5, 2015 All testing programs, no matter how great or awful, think they are doing pretty good and can get better. Having spent the better part of 13 years working with testing programs of various sizes to turn their programs around or to help them go to levels that they did not know … Continue reading The Psychology Of A Successful Testing Program →