Exciting news. Facebook is planning on integrating the messaging services of WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook Messenger. Integrating the Messaging Services While all three apps will continue to work as stand-alone applications, the underlying messaging infrastructure will be integrated. For example, a WhatsApp user could message an Instagram user, which is something that is currently not…
Making and selling things from home is a great way to make money either full-time or to supplement another job. Working at your own pace doing something you love doing can improve wellbeing and work/life balance. Best Things to Make and Sell from Home If a home-based business making and selling item sounds attractive, then…
Sponsored Post The startup team serves as the foundation of any new business. Therefore, it’s crucial for all entrepreneurs to understand how to build one with skill and discernment. Here are some helpful tips for anyone seeking insight into this vital aspect of the enterprise-building process. Guiding Principles Every journey needs a map. Before you…
You’ve worked hard to grow your business. So the last thing you want is for a theft or disaster to destroy what you’ve built. A security system can help you monitor your business and lessen the impact of burglary, fire or similar incidents. Each business will need a different type of security, so it’s important…
Small business startups go through a typical life cycle of three stages. I’ve observed this startup lifecycle time and again. In fact, I have gone through it myself. If we recognize the three stages, it’s the first step to getting through them successfully. Before I go further, let me say I’m not talking about the…
One of the biggest problems faced by small businesses is consistent cash flow. A US Bank study found that cash flow problems account for why 82% of small businesses fail! It’s understandable; many people who start businesses do so because they have a passion, not business experience. They want to fix a problem they see, or…
As more and more people shop for items on the internet rather than on the high street, the demand for courier services is on the rise. Within the climate of growing reliance on quality and reliable courier services, starting a courier business can be a shrewd move for entrepreneurs wanting to be their own boss…
The latest survey from Visual Objects has revealed YouTube is the most popular social media platform among Generation Z. This is the coveted 18-24-year-old demographic brands want to connect with early because it can potentially translate to life-long loyalty. The popularity of YouTube is being driven because it provides a platform where anyone can launch…
Nursing is a thriving field at the moment. But it’s not all about the job numbers. If you have the education and experience necessary to work as a nurse, you could also consider running your own business. There are plenty of entrepreneurial opportunities where you could use the same skills and knowledge. Here are 25…
In small business, we do less and less business communications face to face these days than we do virtually. Effectively communicating with people by email or text is a lot different than doing it over the phone, through video chat or in person. The secret to better business communication may actually be using more emojis.…
