Success

JULY 20, 2023

Speculation of another impending recession battered the confidence of small-business owners, as indicated by monthly surveys conducted by the National Federation of Independent Business. Time and again, keeping the focus on profitability has been crucial to helping small businesses survive a recession.

Small Business 75

Small Business Banking Finance Mentoring 75

Ruby

JANUARY 16, 2015

Prior to moving to Portland, I had the pleasure of running a network of nonprofit collaborative workspaces dedicated to helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses. Ruby is equally passionate about easing the burden on small business owners through not only our service, but through our blog and social networks as well.

Problem-Solving 52

Problem-Solving Small Business Customer Service Networking 52

Ruby

JANUARY 18, 2023

The reality of owning a small business in today’s market Customer expectations may be evolving faster than the modern marketplace. As a small business owner in today’s climate, the better way to earn customer loyalty is by aligning your company’s social and environmental activities with its business purpose.

Small Business 52

Small Business Banking Food Influencing 52

Vantage Circle

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

LinkedIn Learning For Business. Customer Support. LinkedIn Learning is a peripheral unit of LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network. 200 GB free hosting for custom content creation. Cons: The trial account is a global access account that doesn’t support any customization. Customer Support.

Learning 111

Learning Small Business Software Banking 111

Thrive Workplace

JUNE 21, 2024

Thrive Workplace’s inclusion in this elite group underscores its commitment to fostering a dynamic and supportive environment for entrepreneurs, small businesses, and remote workers. Visit www.thriveworkplace.com for more information. Visit ColoradoCompaniestoWatch.org for more information.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Small Business Networking Flexibility 52

Ruby

MAY 4, 2021

However, although VoIP calling has come a long way, it’s not a perfect match for every small business. Let’s take a closer look at how VoIP works and what kind of features VoIP might offer for you and your business.  Nextiva : Nextiva is another company that offers flexible VoIP services. How does VoIP work?

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Software Computer Small Business 52

Ruby

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

But putting a price tag on small business conversations is a much more complicated science. Encourage sharing: If people want to share their experiences with your business, let them! Carry the price of customer happiness… Businesses are often measured by their level of customer service.

Problem-Solving 52

Problem-Solving Small Business Customer Service Communication 52

Ruby

JANUARY 10, 2017

If meeting clients in person is vital to customer service success, you might need a traditional office space. Capital is a common problem small businesses face, and rent isn’t cheap. Do customer service right and make that client call at 5:30 am. Collaboration and networking. Collaboration.

Home Office 52

Home Office Supplies Customer Service Computer 52

Go Burrows

OCTOBER 29, 2023

ezCater’s simple-to-use platform provides a network of over 100,000 restaurants nationwide, business-grade reliability, food spend management tools, and 24/7 support from their highly trained customer service team. And so that naturally translated into my career, my parents owned a small business.

Delegation 97

Delegation Multitasking Networking Food 97

Ruby

JULY 8, 2019

Between managing projects, keeping track of resources, meeting customer demands, maintaining a brand, and chasing down invoices, there’s always another thing to do. Consider all the effort it takes to court customers, build your network, optimize your online presence, hire new staff, launch marketing and sales campaigns… The list goes on.

Bookkeeping 40

Bookkeeping Advertising Customer Service Networking 40

Ruby

AUGUST 17, 2020

How will you ensure business continuity during the transition? Going virtual is an ideal way to maximize business continuity, as a distributed network is less vulnerable than a single location to natural disasters, power outages, cybersecurity attacks, and other disruptive events. Optimize your inbound customer service.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Computer Software Communication 52

Ruby

AUGUST 2, 2022

I’ve lived with social anxiety for as long as I can remember, especially when I’m networking or meeting new people. When it comes to serving excellent customer service and experiences, listening is the most important thing you can do. It is the foundation of customer service and requires empathy, as well.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Communication Problem-Solving Equipment 52

Attendance Bot

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Customer retention: Identifying ways to retain customers and improve customer service. Plan network activities Plan your activities around a theme. Wrapping Up Executive retreats are essential for business leaders. Team building: Identifying ways to better collaborate with colleagues.

Supervising 52

Supervising Teamwork Planning Logistics 52

Vantage Circle

JUNE 19, 2023

We pride ourselves on providing exceptional customer service and support to ensure that our clients achieve their goals. Whether you're a small business or a large enterprise, Vantage Pulse can help you transform your workplace culture and increase employee satisfaction.

Communication 105

Communication Multitasking Security Problem-Solving 105

Ruby

APRIL 30, 2024

Small businesses can make major strides without spending a fortune—or changing a single aspect of the products and services they market. Network at industry events. Industry events can be major networking opportunities. Make a list of professional organizations related to the business you’re in.

Small Business 52

Small Business Customer Service Sales Advertising 52

Ruby

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

So…you were willing to pay a bit more money—even after the fact —in exchange for stellar customer service. Most consumers are happy to give a little extra when they receive service that exceeds their expectations. In fact, the same principle holds true for customers in non-dining situations, too. Who doesn’t?

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Sales Small Business Networking 52

Success

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Her knowledge of the area paired with her extensive network of locals lends her team a competitive advantage, and her love for Central Florida translates into a blessed experience for everyone. She expanded her business channels and started hosting webinars to educate business owners about the government programs available to them.

Real Estate 124

Real Estate Coaching Mentoring Sales 124

Ruby

APRIL 5, 2021

The person whose business you spurn could easily spread negative sentiment among their network about you and your company. For more client experience tips, check out Ruby’s comprehensive customer service audit checklist. Delight everyone who contacts your business. And no one is one kind of person all the time.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Consulting Prioritization Networking 52

Ask a Manager

JANUARY 14, 2022

In 2017, after working in restaurants in a well-known food metropolis for almost 20 years and as a chef for almost 10, we moved cross country to be closer to my family and I took a position at my family’s non-food-related business. It was an industry I knew nothing about, but the pay was okay and the benefits were generous.

Food 34

Food Bookkeeping Interviewing Customer Service 34

Thrive Workplace

APRIL 24, 2025

Running a business is like spinning platesyou can keep them going for a while, but eventually, something will drop. The key to running your small business successfully and achieving sustainable growth isnt doing it all yourself; its knowing what to delegate.

Small Business 52

Small Business Bookkeeping Delegation Customer Service 52

Success

APRIL 9, 2025

Whether you have a knack for writing, customer service, graphic design or social media management, theres likely a freelance opportunity that fits your strengths. Social Media Management Scheduling and curating posts for small businesses. Content Writing Creating blog posts, product descriptions or social media content.

Customer Service 105

Customer Service Bookkeeping Networking Flexibility 105

Success

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Rule requires businesses created before Jan. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) by the end of the year. Like many small business owners, my focus was primarily on growth, customer service and operations—areas that directly impact the bottom line.”

Reporting 98

Reporting Insurance Security Government 98

Vantage Circle

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Customer Review “We can compare productivity trends data using custom day range. ” (Source: G2 ) Cons It can be expensive for small businesses with limited budgets. High Costs: Advanced monitoring systems with comprehensive features can be expensive to implement, particularly for small businesses.

Software 105

Software Security Legal Reporting 105

Ruby

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

According to research from Paychex and Executive Networks ( as reported by Forbes ), almost 40 percent of respondents reported feeling “burned out” due to unpredictable schedules and the emotional and financial distress they cause, with Gen Z and Millennials admitting the highest levels of burnout.

Small Business 52

Small Business Salary Manufacturing Customer Service 52