When it comes to pulling in new talent and making the most of your resources, your office design is the key to success. Not only does a solid workplace layout make a great first impression, it also ensures that your team is as productive as possible. This is why letting this environment fall behind, in...

When you decide to find ways to make use more eco-friendly packaging, you’re beginning a journey that explores the cutting-edge of the shipping industry. There are a great many directions to consider, from smaller packages to edible materials, but what is most important is that you have decided to be an eco-conscious business owner. We...

I’ve seen it time and time again. Entrepreneurs often sacrifice health in order to succeed and scale business. They burn the candle at both ends — sacrificing sleep, nutrition, and exercise to make their idea viable. However, there are some easy ways that entrepreneurs can start addressing their health. Diet, exercise and sleep come to...

Employees’ personal opinions about how well they work despite or because of illegal or misused drugs are often incompatible with their employers’ official policies. To ensure that employees stay in compliance with company standards and legal requirements, governments and private enterprises alike must often drug test their employees. It’s not universal, however. Among industries that...

Patience is a quality that tops the list of healthy, positive virtues alongside honesty, kindness, and empathy. These virtues are generally considered to be hallmarks of a good, moral person, but they’re considered virtues for another reason, too: People usually struggle to embody them on a daily basis. The virtue of patience can be one...

There’s no question that the current health and economic crisis has shifted priorities for small businesses. However, one priority above all remains unchanged and that’s building a healthy bottom line. Profit isn’t the only priority, of course, but it’s a major focus. Staying profitable means staying in business, and that usually means marketing. Yet with...

If your dream job is to open your very own fitness center or gym and you’re ready to make that dream a reality, the first step is research. Explore what to know before starting a gym. Legal Things There are a few different legal considerations to think about before you start a gym. For example,...

Like anything, your office building needs regular maintenance and upkeep to ensure all its facilities are functioning correctly and the building itself enjoys a long lifespan. It may be tempting to skimp on these repairs to save some money. However, letting your building falls into disrepair will be far more expensive. To save money, improve...

If you’re in the construction industry, you know that compliance with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) standards is essential. One option is to hire an OSHA consulting firm, which has many advantages. But, if you work or own a smaller business, an OSHA consultancy firm could be fiscally out of the question. Therefore, you...

Successful crisis leadership requires both emotional intelligence and a willingness to place yourself in service both to your team and the organization, in addition to agile decision-making and quick thinking. A crisis isn’t just an opportunity to prove your mettle, though. Challenging circumstances can help you actively improve your leadership skills. If you’re uncertain about...