Business

In a bid to lift its attractiveness to top-tier foreign tech talent, Singapore is launching a brand new work pass next year called Tech Pass. It will be valid for two years with a choice to renew once for additional two years. Tech Pass holders can start and operate a business, serve on the board…

Did you know that nearly 70% of online experiences start with a search engine? On top of that, less than 1% of people who search on Google will click on results from the second page. What that means is that website optimization is more important than ever. If you want to increase your website conversion…

The world of e-commerce almost seems magical nowadays. Customers place their order and their package arrives the next day … but it is not magic. In reality, e-commerce takes a lot of work and coordination. Also, Amazon has unfortunately set a two day standard delivery time. If you are struggling to fulfill orders in time,…

Any small business owner that regularly sends things by mail knows that the price of postage adds up fast. Even though fulfilling orders and mailing invoices are necessary expenses, it’s easy to feel like you’re throwing money down the drain. Thankfully, there are quite a few ways to avoid paying top dollar for shipping fees….

As a small business owner, every cent counts. That’s why it’s imperative to pay attention to payroll management. One seemingly small payroll error can wind up costing your business hundreds or thousands of dollars if not caught in time. Don’t believe us? Consider the following example. In 2017, one Texas company—Precision Demolition—failed to pay one…

While not always true for creatives and freelancers, most businesses both want and need growth to survive. Growth typically expands your capabilities, which lets you attract more or more profitable customers. That expanded or more profitable customer base provides liquid capital. You can use that improving infrastructure, processes, and hiring additional staff. When it all…

April is fast approaching which means the IRS will be collecting trillions of dollars in tax payments from individuals and businesses across the country. If you’re a small business owner, chances are, tax season is among the most stressful times of the year. Have you kept your books in good order? Have you kept up…

Do you manage a small business? If so, then you understand the importance of storage space. After all, space is limited, and you need to maximize your usable space for the things that actually make you money rather than for storage. So, what are the best options for offsite storage? You’ve come to the right…

Nearly one-third of the businesses currently operating in the United States will not make it past ten years in operation. Building a successful business is one of the most challenging tasks you can take on in your life. The key to making your new business venture successful is learning how to expand your reach. Moving…

Here’s something that could change your life as a business owner. You’ve got a 60-70 percent probability of selling to an existing customer. You’ve got a 5-20 percent of selling to a new prospect. In business, as in life, it’s not uncommon to focus most of your resources on chasing new customers while ignoring what’s…