If your company’s revenue starts to falter, payroll may be a place you look for spending cuts. But before opting for layoffs as a quick and easy means of recovering profitability, consider this: the decision to lay off employees carries its own set of costs. For example, the more people who are laid off, the
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Is your business website customer-friendly?
You’ve launched a business website, but customers aren’t flocking to purchase your online offerings. Why not? For some companies, tweaking an already inviting webpage may be sufficient. Other business websites may require a complete overhaul. If traffic to your homepage isn’t trending upward, consider the following tried-and-true guidelines: Keep it simple Flashing fonts, animated gifs,
Read MoreAvoid these 3 social media newbie business blunders
The internet is where people go to discuss their favorite sports teams, politicians, recipes — you name it. This is especially true for customers. You can find out how much people love or hate your business by what you see via Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter and other social media platforms. More and more of your
Read MoreTemporary workers: a good or bad idea?
According to the American Staffing Association, there are approximately 3 million temporary and contract employees working for U.S. staffing companies during an average work week. That means there’s a wide range of skilled people usually available for work whenever most businesses need them. Even so, should your company hire temporary workers? Consider the following: Advantages
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