Investing in an Idea You Like Will Always have Good Results
Contributed article in our small business series. Enjoy! – Kimberly
Everybody is aware that they need to invest in something that will become sustainable and profitable in the long-term. But not many people have wondered what does this exactly mean. The world is full of ideas, but not all of them provide good results. The greatest ‛wisdom’ you’ll hear is that you shouldn’t invest in an idea, but in the person behind it. This also has numerous misinterpretations – people tend to think that that person needs to be wealthy and equipped with lots of influence and connections, but that’s not entirely the point. The indicator for your investment should be your relationship to an idea – do you like it or not. Although it sounds suspiciously subjective, if an idea feels right and you’re attracted to it, you should go for it.
The funding landscape of startups is not what it was fifteen years ago. Many new funding options are under development, providing more ways than ever to get the ideas off the ground. That means almost everyone is able to invest in the next unicorn if they play it right. People always talk about the important questions of investing in an idea – does it address particular problems, do target consumers need it, and are they able to afford it. While the perfected pitch that answers all these questions is desirable, it is not the only indicator. Your personal hunch can sometimes provide you with better results than any analysisContinue reading
How to Go Self-Employed and Work From Home
Contributed article in our business series. Enjoy! – Kimberly
Many people like the idea of working for themselves but don’t want to or are unable to make the investment into setting up a business with all the overheads of renting premises and employing staff. Fortunately, the Internet has opened up a whole new world of possibilities for you to work from home, an approach that requires only modest investment and is full of opportunities for self-employed work.
If you have the desire and the drive to be successfully self-employed, it can be a highly rewarding lifestyle, and once you’re established, you can quickly expand into running a more extensive business if you so wish. In order to make a decent living from your self-employed work, you just need to make sure there is a market for your offer, and that you have the skills to manage to be your own boss.
Identifying Your Skills
Everyone has a skill set they’ve built up, but not all of them are adaptable to working from home. There are two key factors to consider before you decide what kind of work to take on.Continue reading
Easy Tips For Keeping A Productive Office
Contributed article in our business series. Enjoy! – Kimberly
In the working world, making sure you run a productive office is essential if you want to garner results and turn your business into a profitable, hardworking enterprise. Below are some easy tips to keep your office both a productive and welcoming work environment.
- Consider the layout
The layout of an office can have an impact on the overall workflow. With correctly positioned desks, you can encourage collaborative discussion, or singular work when necessary. Maximizing on the space you have to ensure a comfortable flow in the office will help employees feel relaxed. Plus, in an environment where they can feel comfortable, employees are less likely to get distracted and can get on with the tasks in hand.Continue reading
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