For a small business, the hiring process can be an incredibly important one. After all, the smaller you are, the larger an outlay a particular employee will represent, relative to your total income. If a multinational conglomerate gets a hiring decision wrong, then they’ll be able to ‘take the hit’. But the same can’t be said for smaller businesses. Among the more important considerations is the timing of the hire. Pull the trigger too soon, and you might find that your margins evaporate, and cash flow can dry up. This can bring with it a host of knock-on problems. On…
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It’s always interesting to see how jobs compare between countries. In some instances, the difference in salary for the same role can be worlds apart. Just as oddly, some roles exist in certain places but not others or vary hugely in terms of what a particular job title encompasses. When it comes to countries that are right next door to each other, we don’t expect these differences to be quite as dramatic. We presume that one role is much like another and that professionals are paid similar amounts for performing the same job. Strangely, this isn’t always the case, as…
As with many businesses, yours may have different departments or sections that work alongside one another to make sure that all roles are filled and completed. Even though your office, administration, and HR team may not necessarily work on the functions that bring in profit to your business, trading would not be able to continue without the work that they do. This is why, while it is important to strengthen and nurture your other working teams, you also need to make sure that any office staff are included in the provision of new tools, software, and even training opportunities. HR…
As a self-employed individual, freelancer, or business owner, there are many stresses involved. Business paperwork organization and management should not be one of them. Examples of paperwork include invoices, contracts, reports, insurance policies, spreadsheets, and financial statements. There’s so much more. A sea of paperwork seems to never end, from the important to the minuscule. It’s easier to understand what you have (and what you don’t have) if you sort your business documents. Additionally, you’ll have greater control over your administrative stuff. You’ll also have less stress when you have to find something. Do you worry about paperwork all the…
Resource allocation involves the development of a plan that aims to make the most of the resources available when undertaking a project. Even in business, you need to allocate resources in the short to long term to achieve your desired goals. Resources vary, and they can include the human resources, materials, supplies, and equipment that you use to perform different tasks. Therefore, you need to properly allocate your resources to attain your goals. Here are seven tips that you can use to organize and improve resource allocation. 1. Define Your Scope First and foremost, it is imperative to define your…
It has been something of a long-running joke: “I’m from the government, and I’m here to help you.” But really, it’s not so far-fetched. You’ve heard about government efforts to assist with, say, student loans or taxes. But are government debt relief programs real? They sure are. Here’s more about them. Internal Revenue Service If you’re behind on your taxes, doing nothing is neither a wise nor a successful strategy. In fact, ignoring your problem will assuredly worsen it. But contrary to what you may think, the IRS would rather work with you than not. Enter the Fresh Start Program,…
For decades, most educational institutions like schools and colleges have overlooked the value of branding. Consequently, they missed the opportunity to stand out. They also lacked to increase students’ enrolment and recruit more qualified staff. However, after understanding the ability of branding to affect external perspectives, schools have embraced it. Therefore, they’re deliberately funding their branding department in different ways. It gives them hope of creating a brand that stimulates positivity and guarantees teachers and students that they’ve made the right choice. Logo design is one element of branding that should not be neglected. Here, we will discuss how you…
The modern job market is a cutthroat and often confusing world to navigate for up-and-coming professionals no matter the field. Finding your dream job is hard enough, but nailing the interview and landing yourself the position can seem nearly impossible. From writing out a perfect resume, securing an interview, highlighting all your best qualities, and catching the eye of potential employers, keeping track of the ins and outs of job seeking is crucial to securing the best position. While sticking out from the rest of the competition and nailing the interview process can seem like a difficult task, there are…
Everyone’s dream is to find that one thing they’re most passionate about and turn it into a full-time job. The lucky few who found it are now starting to realize that it’s harder than they thought. For one, every growing company needs a bulletproof marketing strategy to strive in any industry. More and more people are self-learning what a marketing strategy means, or hire a marketing intern to help them put it together effectively. Another great path is enrolling in a short course that can teach you the basics of marketing. That way you’ll know how to get started, and…
It may be difficult for you to grow a large following on social media, especially on a platform like Twitter, which is a very well-known social media platform that you are bound to have heard about. Twitter is so popular that nearly over fifty per cent of its users have attested to being loyal to the platform for over a decade. There are billions of people who use the platform on a regular basis, if not daily, and this is highly attributed to the fact that Twitter is meant to be fun and informative. There are so many people who…
Everyone is on social media, and naturally, if you are trying to really make an impact and change, then you will have to use some form of social media to share your dream with the rest of the world. A lot of people are unaware of how incredibly popular it is to use social media worldwide, even in developing countries that may be struggling with regard to obtaining the finest of tech. The main reasons why people love social media is because it is highly entertaining, extremely convenient, and lastly, it is very easy to use for people of all…
Have you ever noticed just how many businesses and brands have started making use of TikTok for marketing purposes and want to know how well this works for them? Are you thinking about starting your TikTok account for your business but have no idea if it will be beneficial? TikTok, while still a relatively new platform, has managed to become the most downloaded social media platform on the Apple app store, and the most-used social media app with over one billion active monthly users accumulated in just 5 short years. TikTok is a short-form video-sharing platform where you can film,…
Hands down, one of the most used social media platforms that there is out there today is Instagram and this is a well-known fact amongst most people. There are several benefits that it gives to people and brands, and because of this, there are many people who have downloaded this platform. It is not the easiest platform to use in terms of growth, but it is the most rewarding social media platform when growth happens. The whole point of Instagram is to get more followers, which can also be done through a growth service like Growthoid, which does all of…
As the world moves towards more globalization, the number of warehouses has increased dramatically. More warehouses mean more warehouse workers, especially those who can operate forklift trucks. This is a skilled manual job and one that is much sought after, due to it being such an integral part of a warehouse’s infrastructure. As a warehouse worker, you need to be sure that you are taking all the necessary precautions when you are driving. This article aims to give you six of the main precautions that every warehouse worker should take when driving a forklift. Keep Yourself Covered First and foremost,…
Conventional wisdom tells us that if you want to go far in your career you have to go big. Though true in the old days when only the big banks offered big salaries and big bonuses. But with more accessible technology and connectivity, smaller players can punch above their weight and attract high fee-paying clients. For an aspiring financier, the playing field has levelled out and it’s a matter of personal preference which size company you choose. So what are the pros and cons of working life at the big corporates, the solid small-to-medium-sized firms and the scrappy startups? Startups:…
A daycare space might feel like a typical child environment and space. It is full of colours, furniture made for children and toys. But there is a large amount of work and professionalism that goes into the effectiveness of such a space. These design choices are not made arbitrarily, and a lot of thought goes into the layout, safety, educational effectiveness, and appeal to both the child and the parent. Here are a few design tips that make a daycare seem more appealing and practical. The Exterior The outside of any space can tell you a lot about what you…
Getting up and going to work on a daily basis is a reality for many adults. While most people realize they have to work, many people aren’t satisfied with their current positions. Rather than continuing to work in a job where you are miserable, it could be time to make a change. Even though finding and landing a new job can be a stressful experience, it will be worth it if you can find a job that you actually enjoy going to every day. At any given time, there are millions of people looking for jobs around the world. Finding…
The interview process is a long and tiring one, especially for those that are not prepared for it. You can go through countless interviews, feel like you’ve gotten close, but still not land the job. This can be exhausting and defeating, making you sick of the process. This is why it is important that you best prepare yourself to ensure that you make the most of your first few impressions with a company. Education One of the first things that you need to ensure that you have when you are applying for a job and going about the interview process…
Working in London has its many benefits, from excellent transport connecting you to places to explore, the endless amount of activities and events that are always occurring, through to the capital being a central hub for practically every industry. Since it is this central hub, many new and exciting businesses look to set up their company in the capital in the hopes of it succeeding within its respected sector. For those that work in London, there is a vast range of career opportunities available, in a vast range of industries. With such a plethora of opportunities to excel in your career, it…
Are you feeling trapped at your current job? Is it making you reconsider the career path you took a few years back? If you are going through similar feelings, you are not alone. Many people struggle through this career identity crisis at some stage in their life. However, it does seem quite overwhelming to decide on a career path to take now. A critical question that may also serve as a guiding light for you in this journey is that you have to keep asking yourself if you can find meaning and a higher purpose in the career path you…