2019 - Converge

What Should You Be Concerned About In Business?

July 9, 2019 ConvergeTeam

We’re all going to have business woes – even when we try to stay positive. But what is it that you’re worrying about the most? And are the worries worth while? Let’s take a look. Competition To start with, it’s safe to say that one of the major things many companies worry about is competition. And if you think that you are not as good as your industry peers, or that there’s someone out there doing a better job than you, it’s time to step back. Firstly, stoop the comparisons.…

Guiding Your Teenager On The Right Path

July 9, 2019 ConvergeTeam

Everyone always warns parents that teenagers are a handful. They tell you to enjoy the worries of your toddlers because teenagers bring a whole host of new problems that you wouldn’t have anticipated. In a way, people are right: teenagers are awkward. However, they’re difficult because when you only have toddlers, you don’t know how to manage or connect with a teenager. We were all teenagers once; we know how hard it feels to have people not listen when you are ABSOLUTELY SURE that you know best. You know how…

How To Effectively Run Multiple Business Locations

July 8, 2019 ConvergeTeam

When your business is going well and it’s time to think about expansion, you might decide to open a second office in another area of the country. Eventually, you’ll get to a point where you need multiple locations to keep up with the workload, and that brings a lot of challenges along with it. Running one business location is hard enough, so juggling two or more at once is going to be a real struggle. However, it is possible as long as you stay organized and plan everything properly before…

3 Plumbing Issues You Don’t Need To Call The Professionals For

July 8, 2019 ConvergeTeam

Plumbing problems are part and parcel of owning a home. They rear their ugly heads every so often, and, unfortunately, more often than not, having them fixed can be expensive – especially if you call a plumber instead of sorting them out yourself. Obviously, not ALL plumbing issues can be fixed without calling out a professional, but you would be surprised at just how many can. We don’t recommend installing or cleaning your own septic tank, for example – that’s a job better left to someone like Foothill Sanitary, but…

Top Reasons why your Employees are Leaving your Company

July 8, 2019 ConvergeTeam

Employees leave for a number of reasons. They may find a position that better suits their skillset, or they may even want to be closer to their family. If you have a large amount of employees leaving your company every year however, then this could indicate an underlying problem that needs to be addressed. They Don’t get on with their Boss Employees don’t need to be friends with their boss. They do however, need to have some kind of working relationship. If your employee and their boss have a toxic…

How The Medical Sector Could Become More Efficient Through Better Administration

July 8, 2019 ConvergeTeam

The medical sector is one of the largest segments of the economy, consuming nearly a fifth of annual output. What’s more, the need for medical services is expanding, with an aging population and increases in chronic diseases. If the system continues as it is right now, it’ll reach a breaking point where regular people can’t get the services that they need, or afford their premiums. Part of the solution, however, might be in improving the efficiency of healthcare administration. Healthcare administration is a massive field which covers everything from employees…

The Importance Of Ethics & Culture To Your Business

July 5, 2019 ConvergeTeam

When running a business, so much of your time will be dominated by the practical necessities of running the company. From enhancing productivity in your operational processes to ensuring you comply with health and safety regulations, these functional elements underline your business. However, practical considerations alone are not necessarily sufficient when it comes to ensuring your business can continue to enjoy success in the future. In addition to practical concerns, business owners have to think about their business’s culture, ethics, and underlying values, and how these elements can shape how…

New Business Heights | Taking Your Business to New Places

July 5, 2019 ConvergeTeam

As a business owner, you always need to be looking for ways to move your business forward a step. This can be easier said than done, though. So, let’s take a look at some options… Assess your current supplier relationships This is something that a lot of business owners do not do often enough. They find a supplier from day one and they stick with them throughout. While this is admirable, you could be missing out on cost savings or quality gains. So, it does not matter whether you purchase…

Why Your Attempts To Be A Health And Safety Island Are Putting Your Employees At Risk

July 3, 2019July 5, 2019 ConvergeTeam

All managers have to think about health and safety. That’s the only way they can ensure they’re on the right side of the law and keeping their teams happy. It can both help to save hefty legal fees and pull more profits thanks to increasing productivity. In short; the right health and safety procedures make for happy working all around. But, many managers fail by trying to be something of a health and safety island. Obviously, working conditions fall mainly on the shoulders of a manager. And yet, attempting to…

When Two Become Three: Don’t Let These Health Complaints Leave Your Relationship In Critical Condition

July 3, 2019 ConvergeTeam

When we get married, we all say the fatal words – ‘through sickness and in health.’ At the time, we mean them with all our hearts. We can’t imagine anything worse than leaving our loved one during difficult health times. But, when a health condition becomes a third party in the relationship, many of us find ourselves questioning whether we can keep that promise. Sometimes, problems with health can become problems in a relationship. And, when that happens, it can be difficult to stick around. While few of us would…

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