Tag: productivity
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Creating Opportunity by Delegating
When I started my business, I did everything myself. My first foray into delegating happened when the paper started piling up on my desk because I had less time to scan and organize my receipts and other documents. I chose to delegate that task to Shoeboxed. The next task I delegated was organizing the…
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Stress and the value of time
As I write this, the holiday season is in full swing. Anyone with a product or service to sell is marketing like crazy. Just take a look at your postal mailbox and your email for proof. It takes extra effort just to sort through all that for what you need. Along with the day-to-day activity…
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Tame your software subscriptions
Software subscriptions out of control? Tame them with these simple steps Online software subscriptions are all the rage. They’re pretty much how I run my business, and there are some great tools out there. But the phrase “buyer beware” applies as much here as it does elsewhere, and I have to say I’ve learned some…
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How I Use Automation in My Business
I’ve been asked to share how I automate some of my business processes. However, I will start by saying that what works for me, may not work for you. But I do hope you can apply my example to your own business situation. Remember, it’s all about choosing the right tools to best serve your…
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Resolve To Go Paperless Now!
Shoeboxed is one of my favorite tools because it helps me stay organized and paperless for a minimal fee. My business has been paperless from the start. In fact, I scanned all my own documents for a while. And then the paper started piling up. So did my stress level every time I saw those…
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The Hidden Value of Networking
There are thousands of articles written on how to make the most of networking events. Most of the articles offer advice on how to find clients at those events. Here’s another reason to network: finding future consultants, partners, and employees to help grow your business. At some point you will need to hire a virtual…
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Why You Should Use QuoteRoller
I confess. I used to use Microsoft Word to prepare client proposals. I dreaded preparing them even though it meant bringing in new business. I copied the last proposal I did and carefully changed all client name references, dates, fees, etc. And then I read, re-read, and re-read the proposal to make sure I didn’t…