Big or small, businesses depend on getting the best out of those they employ. From interns and temps all the way up to founders and CEOs, no business can succeed without a solid team of people behind it. For this reason, it is important for businesses of any size to offer their employees pathways for career development in their respective fields. In today’s blog, we’ll be examining why career development is critical for the long-term success of small businesses as well as some ways small business owners and managers can utilize online conferencing and informal one-on-one meetings to help their valued employees grow and succeed within the company.
Artists, performers, artisans: the freefolk of the business world. How does one reach out to them?
In a business world tailored for large-level enterprises, it can be difficult to carve out a space in the ether for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and freelancers. Luckily, the World Wide Web has become a professional hub for potters, mural artists, textile artists, body painters, face painters, sculptors, performance artists, dancers, singers, and limitless freelance services, such as dog-walking or lawn-mowing. The problem is that these individuals and collectives don't always feature a Contact Us button. (more…)
We as a population have undertaken many studies lately, in the efforts to find out why meetings work - or don’t.
Often, we've been labeling them an inefficient tradition; usually seen as a waste of time (unless people actually came prepared) and it’s safe to assume we have all come to at least one meeting unprepared. So what gives? Why are meetings so hard to care about? Why are they so difficult to manage? Why do we keep having them?
Clients. Anyone who runs a business knows clients can be difficult at times, yet, without them, we all know there would be no business to run. Whether you meet in person weekly or only speak twice a year with free international conference calling, it is especially important during the holiday season that you let your valued clients know just how much their business means to you. As a company that thrives thanks to its user base across North America and around the world, FreeConference.com understands that successful business relationships are built on communication and appreciation. So, without further adieu, here are our top 5 ways to show your local and international clients they’re appreciated this holiday season: (more…)
