COVID-19 has already shifted the way the world works, but that shift is unlikely to go anywhere once a vaccine rolls around. The pandemic has caused worker productivity to drop by over 7%, and that number is sure to grow unless employees and companies alike adopt new on-the-job strategies. The coming months will likely see […]
Pitching is part of the game when you’re trying to land new freelance clients and brand partnerships. You should expect that some of your pitches will be rejected or unanswered. If you’re noticing most of your pitches are not getting a good result, there may be problems with your approach. Here are two key reasons […]
Working on your pricing strategy is one way to increase your income in 2019. Many freelancers and small business owners with service-based businesses make mistakes with pricing that cause them to leave money on the table. These are mistakes to avoid in 2019: Mistake #1: Racing competitors to the bottom. Stop thinking like a big-box […]
When you think about it, a great calendar is like a personal assistant. It keeps you organized and reminds of essential tasks or events. After all, you don’t want to miss a deadline or birthday, right? The thing is, there are a ton of calendar apps out there. With each one offering a variety of features […]
A financially secure small business. Does that sound like an oxymoron? It doesn’t have to be if you set yourself up correctly and if you practice good financial business habits. Here is how to build a financially secure business. Okay, so it is going to be dicey for a while because of the COVID-19 pandemic. […]
Have you ever worked in sales? If so, then you know how frustrating scheduling calls and meetings can be. On top of being frustrating, it’s also costly and unproductive. Just think about all of that back-and-forth. That could have been spent making your sales pitch. The good news? There are now calendar apps for sales professionals that […]
When you’re new to the world of business funding, the fine print can read like a calculus textbook. So, we put together a list of small business financing terms to get you started, so you can go into the application process with the confidence and knowledge to make the right decision for your business. APR APR […]
Different people need different things from a calendar app. That’s why the calendar that comes built-in with iPhone may not be the best option for you. Even though it may handle basic tasks, you may need more robust features like scheduling and to-do lists. Since the App Store contains hundreds of calendar apps, I’ve done the […]
In today’s world, most consumers are aware that enjoying the convenience of a digital lifestyle involves sharing some of their personal information — sometimes by allowing cookies and other tracking technology, and sometimes by filling out online forms. With that awareness, though, comes the expectation that companies will keep their personal information private and secure. This has […]
You have rapidly approaching deadline. But all you can do is stay glued to Facebook. What’s the deal? Some may claim that you’re lazy or unmotivated. However, there’s probably a chance that you’re just distracted. And, believe it or not, it happens to us all. In fact, distractions are downright addicting. Here are some reasons you […]