Tag Archives: Holidays

Enjoy Your Holidays: 5 Ways to Manage Your Time This Season

Julie Chomiak — November 11, 2016 — November 11, 2016 As small business owners, time is your most valuable resource. You juggle so many responsibilities on a daily basis, which means every second truly counts. As the holiday season approaches, there is an even greater demand on your time. To successfully navigate the holiday season … Continue reading Enjoy Your Holidays: 5 Ways to Manage Your Time This Season →

How to Make Your Ecommerce Shop Ready for the Holidays

eCommerce

David Wither — November 3, 2016 — November 3, 2016 As we all know, now that Halloween is past, it’s time to start thinking about the holiday season! In reality, I hope you’ve been considering it for longer, but it’s not too late to ensure your ecommerce store is ready for all of the great … Continue reading How to Make Your Ecommerce Shop Ready for the Holidays →

7 Ways Successful Businesses Get Inventory Ready for the Holidays

Inventory Management

by Paul Trujillo Follow @TruPaultxOctober 21, 2016 In the midst of the holiday season in December 2011, retailers around the world watched in horror as Best Buy told customers they didn’t have enough stock and had to cancel orders. Needless to say, the incident destroyed the company’s reputation and Best Buy never quite recovered. For … Continue reading 7 Ways Successful Businesses Get Inventory Ready for the Holidays →

How to Predict Your Inventory Needs for the Holidays

Inventory Management

by Christine Watts Follow @IOUFinancialOctober 18, 2016 As the weather starts to cool, merchandisers’ thoughts turn to Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, while online sellers are more interested in Cyber Monday, three days later. Then comes the whole Christmas shopping frenzy, and the post-Christmas bargain hunting. In all cases, getting your inventory right can … Continue reading How to Predict Your Inventory Needs for the Holidays →

How to Keep Your Business Staffed Effectively Through the Holidays

Employee Engagement

by Christine Watts Follow @IOUFinancialOctober 8, 2016 While the holiday season is a joyous time, it can also be a stressful time for many small business owners. Not being properly prepared can leave an employer short-staffed and unable to handle the influx of business. On the other hand, owners who face a slow season during … Continue reading How to Keep Your Business Staffed Effectively Through the Holidays →

How The Holidays Change Consumer Behavior

Customer Engagement

by Laurie Sullivan@lauriesullivan, October 3, 2016 Searches, media consumption and social sharing increase during the holidays as pictures, videos and gift-giving ideas are researched and shared. Most consumers will spend more time online, watch more TV, and go to the movies more often during the holiday season, according to the findings of a recent survey. … Continue reading How The Holidays Change Consumer Behavior →

Best Ways for Small Businesses to Plan for the Holidays

Smart Business Ideas

by Brian Stupp Follow @IOUFinancialSeptember 21, 2016 The holiday season means different things to business owners; while some experience a slow season, others have a surge in profits. Regardless, all small business owners need to prepare for this season, or your business could be negatively affected. Plan for Holiday Recognition and Marketing You must plan … Continue reading Best Ways for Small Businesses to Plan for the Holidays →

5 Things To Do During Holidays To Be Productive

Productivity

by Paul Keijzer Follow @Paul_KeijzerSeptember 15, 2016 Holidays are the perfect occasion to slow down and give yourself a break from corporate life. It allows you a chance to spend time with the people that matter the most – your family and friends – the people who you work so hard for. And while it’s … Continue reading 5 Things To Do During Holidays To Be Productive →

Email Marketing Management During the Holidays

Email Marketing Tools

by Rosa LippardAugust 20, 2016 As the Summer’s now in full swing, some of us may have experienced a slowdown in our email marketing with people taking time off for their family, holidays or computer games (you know who you are). Instead of watching cat videos or daydreaming of the pub garden, here’s a few … Continue reading Email Marketing Management During the Holidays →

How Small Businesses Can Make the Most of Year-Round Holidays

Small Business Marketing

by Andrew Gazdecki May 20, 2016 Follow @biznessappsMay 20, 2016 If you’re like us, Mother’s Day snuck up on you this year. It’s not just about showing appreciation for mom—it’s a big business. In the last decade, Mother’s Day spending has nearly doubled to 21.5 billion, and only about 2.5 billion of that is spent … Continue reading How Small Businesses Can Make the Most of Year-Round Holidays →