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March 26, 2014 Recognition & Motivation Ideas

15 Creative Perks to Keep Employees Happy

Sometimes small businesses need more than just competitive compensation to keep employees happy. If you’re looking for some creative perks,

March 17, 2014 Student Recognition Ideas

9 Ways to Boost Student Morale

Spring is nearly here, which means the end of school is nearly here. With summer so close, you might notice

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March 12, 2014 Seasonal & Special Events Ideas

An Insider’s Guide to Hosting a Golf Tournament

So you want to host a golf tournament? Be warned – it takes a lot of planning. But if you

March 7, 2014 DIY Wedding Accessories

5 Unique Wedding Banner Ideas

While attaching a “Just Married” sign to the bumper of the bride and groom’s car is a classic wedding decoration

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March 6, 2014 Event Planning Tips

What to Include on Graduation Announcements

Deciding what to put on graduation announcements seems like a simple task, but being creative and elegant at the same

March 5, 2014 DIY Wedding Accessories

Last Minute Wedding Programs!

Weddings can be stressful! When it’s your job to plan the big day, you know that almost everything has to

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March 4, 2014 Designing Your Business Communication

How to Make a Professional Company Letterhead

A professional letterhead elevates your business communications and projects your brand. Modern tools and improved printer technology mean that it

February 28, 2014 Employee Recognition Ideas

5 Signs of an Unhappy Employee (and how to turn them around)

It’s no secret that happy employees are also more productive employees. And while your business should have incentive and advancement

February 26, 2014 Business Marketing Ideas / Marketing & Sales Promotion Techniques

St. Patrick’s Day Promotion Ideas

Holidays represent a golden opportunity for businesses. Using the right marketing approach, you can create holiday promotions that motivate your

February 24, 2014 Designing Your Business Communication

Punctuation Rules for Business Letters

While business letters can often be compelling and even fun to read, they should also showcase proper punctuation. Punctuation rules

February 21, 2014 Online Marketing Ideas

5 Useful Google Apps for Small Businesses

Create invoices, letterheads, logos, as well as track and categorize your data. These are just a few of the tasks

February 18, 2014 Employee Recognition Ideas

3 Easy Ways to Show Employee Appreciation

As a manager, you’re aware that making your employees feel valued is simply good business practice. It increases productivity, improves

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February 18, 2014 Recognition & Motivation Ideas

How to Avoid Employee Burnout between Christmas and Memorial Day

If you let the daily work grind take its toll, it can lead to a drop in productivity and employee

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January 29, 2014 Business Marketing Ideas

5 Business Expenses You’re Wasting Money On

As the New Year gets going, you might be looking for ways to reduce your business’ expenses to help improve

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January 28, 2014 Employee Recognition Ideas

10 Award Ideas for Tech and IT Employees

The tech and IT team at your business works hard to make sure your computers stay functional and your company

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January 24, 2014 How to Design Certificates

Tips for Creating a Professional Certificate

Creating professional certificate templates for use in workplace award ceremonies is a great way to let your employees know you

January 22, 2014 Designing Your Business Communication

How to Improve Your Business Communication Skills in 30 Days

Business communication is tricky. Whether it is B2B or B2 community, effective communication enables a small business to build trust

January 20, 2014 Employee Recognition Ideas

How to Motivate Employees without Money

It’s no secret that one of the best ways to motivate employees is by using some sort of incentive. For

January 17, 2014 Marketing & Sales Promotion Techniques

ASAP, FYI, IDK: Which Acronyms are Safe to Use in Business — and When!

There are some acronyms that are safe to use in business communication and some that are not safe. Knowing which

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January 15, 2014 Business Marketing Ideas

10 Cutting Edge Hair Salon Marketing Ideas

Running a successful hair salon requires a lot more than the ability to know a good haircut from a bad