In our last article we touched on the features and functions of a CRM that were particularly important to small businesses. In this second instalment, we look at the less technical CRM needs of these organizations, such as: Ease of use Inexpensive software or service Limited user training requirements, and availability of low cost online training Ease…
In this first of two articles, we look at the features and functions of a CRM that are specific to small business requirements. In the next installment we’ll look at small business CRM needs that are less technical but at least as important, such as ease of use and affordability. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) implementations that resembled CRM as we…
Welcome back to Top 10 Tuesday! Here are 10 ways to make your business run more efficiently! 1. Implement a CRM System – To begin running your business more efficiently, you need to implement a CRM solution. It will streamline your sales force, hold every piece of information regarding your accounts, leads, and contacts, and promote collaboration…
While there are as many ways to run a small business as there are small businesses, there are common themes found in those who succeed. Here are the 9 must-have tips for any solo entrepreneur! 1. Expedite – While managing a business all by yourself can be an attractive option, if you can afford to, hire…
What you eat can make the difference between an excellent day in the office and a sluggish one. Here are the Top 10 Foods to Increase Productivity! 1. Chocolate “Dark chocolate contains antioxidant properties that “increase the production of endorphins while enhancing focus and concentration,” whereas milk chocolate is good for quickening reaction time and…
These days, the landing page of your website might as well be your store front window. What makes people come in and look around, and what makes others look, and then continue walking by. Here are a few things to consider when you are faced with a high bounce rate on your website… To begin,…
Running a small business can be expensive, and while implementing a CRM system saves you money in the long run, it may seem like a large expense at first. Here are a few ways to trim the cost of your CRM implementation. 1. Managers first The first users of your CRM system can be owners,…
Are you busy or productive? Flipping through windows, or actually getting tasks completed? In today’s socially-connected world, there are alerts, pop-ups, and new must-see videos bombarding us all day long. While they’re all fun to follow-up on, we’re not getting much work accomplished in that time. Here is a list of our most effective productivity…
Are you running a business? In that case, you need to be on social media. It’s really that simple these days. Particularly for small business owners, social media can provide invaluable connections, customer service opportunities, and insight into customer experiences. It’s also where many people may learn about your business for the first time. However,…