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What Should You Look For In An IT Supplier?

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What Should You Look For In An IT Supplier? | Business | Converge

There’s a lot of merit in having an IT supplier for your business. They’re able to help you focus on your company’s core duties, keep your sensitive data safe, and all-around help to boost your productivity. Now, you’re not going to have any trouble finding a company that can take care of your IT needs. However, it’s important to remember that not all managed service providers are created equal, and not all will be right for your business. Below, we take a look at a few key questions to ask…

What Should You Be Concerned About In Business?

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What Should You Be Concerned About In Business? | Business | Converge

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.…

How To Effectively Run Multiple Business Locations

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How To Effectively Run Multiple Business Locations | Business | Converge

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…

Top Reasons why your Employees are Leaving your Company

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Top Reasons why your Employees are Leaving your Company | Business | Converge

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…

The Importance Of Ethics & Culture To Your Business

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The Importance Of Ethics & Culture To Your Business | Business | Converge

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

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New Business Heights | Taking Your Business to New Places | Converge

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

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

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…

Setting Up An Office On A Low Budget

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Setting Up An Office On A Low Budget | Business | Converge

Business costs can drive up beyond belief during times of upheaval. Often, it can be hard to settle down in a new area without spending half of the yearly budget in one go, and there’s no guarantee you’re going to make that kind of money back in the foreseeable future. Of course, you’ve planned and budgeted ahead to try and retain as much of your profits as possible, but the proof will only be in the amount of new custom you gain.  So, maybe you’re moving from a home business…

6 Killer Reasons Apprenticeships Are Good For SMEs

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Apprentices don’t come with a great reputation. SMEs, on the whole, find the perception of them to be lazy undergrads with no common sense or understanding how a business works. So, it’s not difficult to get to the bottom of your reasoning for not employing them. Why would you go through the hassle and potentially put the company at risk? However, a sizeable 83% of firms rely on apprenticeship programs as a valuable recruitment source. When the number is this high, it’s tough to ignore completely and to dismiss out…

4 Soothing Ingredients Your Hand Cream Business Needs

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4 Soothing Ingredients Your Hand Cream Business Needs | Business | Converge

Hand cream. Scented stick. Skin balm. Everybody carries a small container or tube in their bag. There’s a simple reason for it: Some people need to moisturize their skin on the go; others find the act of massaging a creamy substance into their skin soothing. More often than not, they opt for unscented and hydrating products to fix the little mishaps of the day. To the careful observer, it is a mystery why someone with healthy hands should use hand cream. But to the entrepreneur with a good understanding of…