Image Source: Flickr Just last week the story broke that Google’s social media product, Google Plus, had been hacked. What was so scandalous was that Google had not immediately alerted users to the breach. Instead, it waited for the announcement that it would be shutting down the ailing social media platform before revealing that some half…
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Five Things I’ve Learned About How to Go Your Own Way in Your Career
Image SourceYour career is yours, and if you want to find lasting success in your career, it’s in your best interests to go your own way and make sure that you’re following the path that you feel is best for you. Too many people let other people set their career paths for them but that’s…
Five Things I’ve Learned About Getting Into Software Development
SourceIf you are looking for a fascinating and slightly geeky new pastime to get into, you might want to consider coding and developing software. There are so many things you can do with software, and the limits are really just your own imagination and skill. If you find yourself believing that you need to have…
Seven Things I’ve Learned: A Guide To Help You Escape The Rat Race And Create Your Own Destiny
Image CreditThere aren’t many people who dream of staying in the rate race forever, and yet this is exactly what many people do. It can be tough to take a leap of faith and decide to leave once and for all, but when you have a plan and you know what you should be doing,…
Five Things I’ve Learned About Organizational Apps
If You're Not Using These Organisational Apps, You're Doing Something Wrong
Wikimedia Commons Has anything changed the way businesses are run over the last ten years more than apps? Probably not. They’re ubiquitous. But yet there are still some companies that aren’t maximising their organisational potential. Here are some of the best types of organisational apps you have must use. Share files instantly. If your business relies on colleagues who…
Three Things I’ve Learned About Why You Struggle To Make A Medical Diagnosis
Waiting room Image SourcePatients book a medical appointment because they want to get rid of a medical issue. Ultimately, there’s something very logical about it: You don’t see a doctor because you’re healthy. As a result, it’s not uncommon for patients to expect no more than a diagnosis service from their doctor. They want you…
Three Things I’ve Learned About Taking Care of Your Business That Takes Care of You
Image CreditThere are countless stories of entrepreneurs that end up going out of business due to neglecting to take care of their business, in the sense of making sure it remains compliant and secure.If you have spent years building up your business, the last thing you want is for it to all go down the…
Five Things I’ve Learned About The Fundamental Errors Of Your Business Website
Source: Pexels.comIt’s not easy to build a well-functioning, user-friendly website that works to boost your business. Alas, while entrepreneurs can get many things with their website, many are guilty of making one of the many fundamental errors that it’s all too easy to make. And unfortunately, sometimes all it takes is one mistake to undo…
Ten Things I’ve Learned Special – Where Should Entrepreneurs Turn For Help?
Image Source: Pixabay [CCO Licence]While running your own business can be highly rewarding and enjoyable, many entrepreneurs find that it can also be incredibly lonely. If you are a solo entrepreneur, then the weight of the entire company can press down on your shoulders at times, with your thoughts and opinions the most important of…
Five Things I’ve Learned About Gaining Customers And Expanding Your Business
Picture Source If you’re a good entrepreneur then you’ll know that your business needs to continually evolve in order to do well. Even for businesses that aren’t trying to expand their operations, this is the case. But if you’re trying to grow your company and reach a wider target market then you need to be searching…
Three Things I’ve Learned About Health and Safety In The Workplace
Why Safety In The Workplace Is Much More Than Just Following The Rules...
Image Credit: Pxhere under Creative CommonsSafety in the workplace is always high on the list for employers, particularly those who work in areas where safety concerns are greater such as the construction industry. While employers have a legal obligation to follow health and safety rules, the truth is that safety in the workplace is about…
Four Things I’ve Learned About How To Launch a New Business for Less
Image credit: PixabaySome businesses can be very cheap to launch, but others require a bit more capital to get going. Depending on your business model, you could be looking at spending next to nothing, or you might need a fair bit of money to get started. If you’re not sure if you’ll be able to…
Four Things I’ve Learned About Becoming Your Own Boss
This Is How You Could Do It...
Image sourceIs it the dream to work for yourself? There are so many people out there that just can’t stand the rat race of the nine to five slog. They hate working for someone, they don’t like the job they do, or they suddenly just don’t enjoy being in the workplace. It happens. Working for…
Four Things I’ve Learned About Why A Good Hobby Needs To Be Part Of Your Parenting Life
Picture Source.You might not think there’s time to even sleep, so why even think about starting a hobby? But, for every parent out there, we need an outlet of sorts. The fact is when we are slumped on the couch, idly scrolling through social media, in front of the television, is this really a good way…
Four Things I’ve Learned About Growing A Small Business
Image via pixabayEvery entrepreneur should view the business landscape as a graph. Ideally, as the months and years move forward, your business should move in an upward trajectory. This shows that you’re getting more and more successful, and things are going well. A great way to help elicit success is by growing your small business.…
Five Things I’ve Learned About Starting up Your Own Home Office
Link SourceIf you want to start up your own home office then this is very easy to do. So many people start up a home office every single year but choosing the right furniture is crucial if you want to get the best result out of your investment. If you want to get some hints…