February 24th, 2008
(www.myorganizedbiz.com) - In my previous post, I talked about the Wow Factor and how “Substantial Wow” can build a sturdy relationship with your clients.
In this article, we’re getting down to the nitty-gritty about what systems you can create in your biz to build this trust.
1. Listen to the subtle messages that clients give you. Then […]
By Jennifer Hofmann -- 2 comments
February 23rd, 2008
(www.myorganizedbiz.com) - This article is part of a Business Channel-wide exploration of the Wow Factor in business.
At My Organized Biz, we’re taking a look at how your internal structures and policies can create the Wow Factor for your customers.
The term “Wow Factor” has been around for a while. From the research I’ve done on […]
By Jennifer Hofmann -- 5 comments
January 31st, 2008
Tip #23: Learn How to Use Your Phone
People waste tons of time on the phone at the office. With a few tips, you can shave time off of your phone time and be more organized.
I don’t mean the basics - I mean the “extras.” Most phone plans - cell or landline - […]
By Kelly -- 0 comments
January 30th, 2008
Tip #22: Have a Web Presence
We all know that having a web presence can be good for promotion. But it can also be good for organization.
What?
Communications can be time consuming. Newsletters, press releases and the like are important but they can also eat up your time and money - and sometimes the […]
By Kelly -- 1 comment
January 22nd, 2008
Tip #14: Keep Cards and Gift Certificates On Hand
It’s difficult to remember every occasion that might call for a greeting card or gift. Birthdays, anniversaries, engagements, promotions, Secretary’s Day, the list is endless.
And nothing is more embarrassing - and time consuming - than trying to find a florist or baker that will deliver […]
By Kelly -- 2 comments
January 21st, 2008
Tip #13: Get a Separate Fax Line
This is another one of those time value of money tips.
When we first started our business, we had one phone line. We didn’t think we needed another. We were wrong.
The time that it took to schedule sending faxes and making calls, plus the agita of having […]
By Kelly -- 3 comments
January 16th, 2008
Tip #11: Keep Key Numbers Handy.
Now, this is a matter of personal taste. I use paper for this purpose. My husband keeps everything in his Blackberry.
I love computers as much as the next person. But sometimes, I like paper more.
At the office, I keep my list of extensions taped to the […]
By Kelly -- 0 comments
January 14th, 2008
Tip #9: Develop a Naming Convention for All Files
I don’t get why more people don’t do this. Many of my employees just save files to the computer desktop with little or no thought to how it might be found later. This is a huge time waster.
You should name all of the files […]
By Kelly -- 0 comments
January 10th, 2008
Tip #6: Get a Post Office Box.
Junk mail can overwhelm your business life. Even “second tier” junk mail is annoying at times - you know, the junk mail that you sort of, kind of asked for (mail order catalogs that you might actually use, newsletters, etc.). That’s why I recommend to all […]
By Kelly -- 4 comments
January 8th, 2008
Do you have a blog? No time for a blog? Think maybe it won’t help you?
Liz and Laura at Business and Blogging have a challenge for you: identify a small business that you think could not possibly benefit from blogging. They will then try to find a successful blogging approach that would […]
By Kelly -- 1 comment
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