Synergy isn’t entirely predictable. But it’s sweet when it happens, even when it’s unexpected. In business, synergy occurs when two or more companies or organizations come together, with the result being an effect that’s greater than the individual, separate efforts. Consociate Media owners Stephanie and Rudy Heinatz know all about synergy after partnering with Principle Strategies. [...]
You met online. You were hesitant and unsure at first. There were so many questions, so much to consider. You weren’t exactly sure what you were looking for, but you had some ideas. You knew ultimately you were looking for someone who could meet your needs. Isn’t that the way all great relationships work? And [...]
You started with vision. With passion and confidence. As an entrepreneur, you know all about moving ideas into plans. You can nurture an innovative concept into a full-fledged business and along the way formulate strategies while overcoming setbacks. You work hard. You sacrifice. No detail is too small. You don’t cut corners and demand excellence. [...]
As entrepreneurs and business owners, you know intimately the value of time. Efficiency is paramount and effective time management is a difference maker in today’s business world. With that in mind, for business owners the question isn’t necessarily whether or not to outsource work, but when. So what’s the right timing for your business to [...]
Dress for success at work. Dress to impress everywhere else! Stylist Alton Washington is in with the top 5 fashion trends in men’s and women’s attire for Fall/Winter 2014. Mr. Alton Washington is the Kidsworld Department Manager at Nordstrom, with over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry. Alton was inspired to work in [...]
Preparing to hire your next employee? How much will it cost you? There are several steps an employer will need to make—each contributing to the overall time and cost associated with hiring a new employee. The actual cost of hiring begins accruing before a candidate starts their first day. Basically, your costs involve more than [...]
Many small businesses with 50 employees or less often do not have a dedicated Human Resources manager leaving the burden of day-to-day responsibilities associated with having employees to the business owner. As your business grows, once seemingly minor tasks such as payroll processing, hiring, and benefit selections become increasingly vital to the success of your [...]
