November, 2018 - Converge

Don’t Panic! Your Small Business Can Recover From A Disaster

November 30, 2018 Jason Fleagle

If the word disaster, when spoken in the same breath as the name of your business makes you break out in a cold sweat, you are not alone. After all, small businesses all over the country are nurtured by owners who have not only their reputation stake but their money as well. You’ll be pleased to find out, however, that even if disaster does strike your business, by being smart, it’s entirely possible to get things running smoothly again. Read the post below to find out how. Your reputation goes…

Never Make These Mistakes With Your Small Business Finances

November 30, 2018 Jason Fleagle

When it comes to your small business finances, you really need to make sure you’re handling them correctly from the get-go. Cash flow is one of the most important things you will ever master in business, so avoid the following mistakes! Failure To Have Your Business And Personal Accounts Separated Commit yourself to creating separate savings no matter how convenient it is to have everything together. Doing this right at the beginning will make it much easier to do the accounting for your business, plan for quarterly tax estimates (in…

Tips To Make Your Business More Professional

November 29, 2018 Jason Fleagle

It’s important to set the right image when it comes to your business, and that can be worked on in a number of ways. It’s very important to appear professional, especially if you’re business is just starting out. Here are a few tips to help you along the way. Invest In A Great Website If your business doesn’t have a website, then you are restricting your potential for further success and for reaching the masses. Most people in the world, now have access to the internet so having a live…

Creating a More Conducive Home Office Environment

November 29, 2018 Jason Fleagle

When you work from home you get some much-needed flexibility with your work life, and can set the hours that you are going to do. But one of the other major bonuses is that you have no commute; you are already where you work when you wake up. The thing is, though, when you go to an office elsewhere, it is often purpose built for work and for doing what you need to do. When you work from home, although it can be convenient, it is still a home after…

Fix Low Engagement Rate On Email Campaigns

November 29, 2018 Jason Fleagle

For anyone who spends several hours planning and structuring an email campaign, there is nothing more disappointing than receiving low engagement rate. It’s become common knowledge in the marketing industry to blame low engagement rates on the hectic digital lifestyle of users, who, surrounded by the constant buzz of content online, have developed a reduced attention span. However, the 8 seconds rule of attention – making online users officially less attentive than your typical goldfish – is to be taken with a pinch of salt. Ultimately, you are a digital…

Security Mistakes Entrepreneurs Can’t Afford To Make

November 28, 2018November 28, 2018 Jason Fleagle

Entrepreneurs have a lot on their mind at any one time. Even if they have already put in all the hard work that goes into launching their own business, there are still many things to focus on once it is smoothly operating. So, there’s no wonder that a few things can easily slip someone’s mind once they run their own business. However, one aspect of business that you should never neglect or forget is the company’s overall security. In a day and age where criminals use viruses and malware to…

How Important Is Staying Hydrated When Running?

November 28, 2018 Jason Fleagle

There are some runners that never take a bottle of water with them when they run. This can save the hassle of running with a bottle and it can prevent the dreaded scenario of needing to go for a pee mid-run, but is it worth the negative physical impact that dehydration can cause on the body? Here’s a brief look into how much fluids matter and how you can get exactly the right intake to perform at your best. What happens if you go running without drinking enough water? When…

Nip Machinery Misbehavior In The Bud On Your Production Line

November 28, 2018November 28, 2018 Jason Fleagle

Every business offers a product of some sort. Without that, you wouldn’t stand a chance at getting off the ground. You have to offer something which makes customers willing to part with their cash. In some cases, that thing could be a service. In others, you’ll provide a physical product which you need to manufacture in large quantities. If this is the case, there’s a chance that you’ll also need to invest in manufacturing equipment. Even if you can keep up by making products manually to start, that’s no sustainable…

“ALT” Your Leadership: What Computer Experts Want From Their Managers

November 28, 2018 Jason Fleagle

One of the most common problems an ailing business faces is its communication. This is nothing new in the slightest, but while we know the importance of communication as far as getting an entire organization to work together effectively, when we liaise with specific teams, especially those that are used to being on the front line, such as the IT department, what specific traits benefit leaders in this respect? While we can lead from the front, or act with the best interests on the customer in mind, when we’re in…

Are Tech Failures Disrupting Your Business?

November 27, 2018November 27, 2018 Jason Fleagle

So many businesses are now reliant on machines and computers. As a result, a tech failure can be devastating, causing costly downtime and affecting the reputation of the company. Here are just a few ways in which you can prevent tech failures from happening so that your business continues to run smoothly. Invest in good quality machinery If you’re relying on cheap and old machinery, you can expect more faults. Sometimes it’s worth investing in better quality machinery so that you’re guaranteed better reliability – you could pay less in…

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