Thumbtack.com and Bloomberg Release Survey of More Than 10,000 Nationwide Respondents; Broad Improvement Seen Over 2+ Years of Data Collected So Far Shows a Slow and Steady Recovery SAN FRANCISCO, CA — May 19, 2015 — Thumbtack.com today released the Thumbtack Small Business Sentiment Survey, a first-of-its-kind survey that captures …
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The 123 of Coca-Cola: The History & Versatility of Coca-Cola
Coca-Cola Infographic Courtesy of Westways Vending
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Find a Baler for Your Business
Balers are essential machines that are used to compact and dispose of cardboard and plastic waste. Retail stores use industrial waste balers to dispose of the boxes that all of their merchandise comes in. Plastic balers are often used in recycling facilities. All balers are not created equal. Their quality …
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Top Strategies for Retaining Customers
Utilizing proper marketing strategies to attract new customers is only half the battle when it comes to growing your business. If you want to make sure your company continues to steadily experience increased sales, then you need to learn customer retention strategies that will help you to keep your existing …
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The Perfect Office Space Blueprint [INFOGRAPHIC]
If you were designing the perfect office space, one where your employees were both productive and happy, what would it look like? This infographic showcases office design best practices.
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22 Ways to Create Compelling Content
If you’re stuck trying to create compelling content for your blog, here are 22 ways to get your creative juices flowing. .
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Successfully Preparing For Your Trade Show Booth Exhibit
In order to have a successful trade show booth experience, you’ve got to plan ahead. Spend some time researching the space where you’ll be setting up and the competitors who will be there with you. Plan your goals ahead of time so you’ll be ready to dive in once you …
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Listen Up For More Effective Communication Skills
“Conversation: a vocal competition in which the one who is catching his breath is called the listener.” – Anonymous In today’s fast-paced high tech world, we think that we are communicating more efficiently and effectively with other people. But are we really? Good communication means good listening-something we rarely do. …
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Why Brand Recognition is the Key to Success
You own a business and you’re staying afloat, but you’re looking to take things to that next level. One of the biggest mistakes today’s companies make in marketing their products and services is failing to properly establish a cohesive brand identity from day one. Brand recognition is among the most …
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Improve the Relationship Between Marketing and Finance in 5 Ways
Marketing and finance can have a very hard relationship even when these are departments in the same company pursuing the same goals. While finance people are mostly concerned with statements for cash flow, marketers are primarily creative individuals. However, striking the best balance between these two kinds of people is …
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10 Tips to Maintain a Healthy Work-Life Balance for Busy Entrepreneurs
Being an entrepreneur is not easy. But, compared to parenting, entrepreneurship is a piece of cake. As a parent, you have to get up early, make sure the kids are washed, fed and dropped off at school before heading out to your own workplace and put in a day’s work. …
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Wanting Better Employee Environments, Some Companies Look Outdoors
The business work landscape is quickly changing, and not just because of technology. The employee environments in which people are working are constantly morphing as well. The recession that began in 2009 forced many companies to cut back and rethink what was really necessary in order to get business done. Many …
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Formatting the Ideal Resume for Any Position
Creating a resume and cover letter than stands out among HR, hiring managers and employers themselves requires a bit of research and creativity. Knowing what potential employers are looking for with new candidates is a way to stay ahead from additional applicants and potential competition in your field. Research Your …
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6 Inspiring Modern-Day Entrepreneurs [INFOGRAPHIC]
When thinking of prominent entrepreneurs, who are some of the first people that come to mind: Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, Richard Branson, Anita Roddick or someone else who started a company 30+ years ago? There are several successful, modern-day business owners who can inspire you. Check out this infographic, provided …
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Costs Involved In Starting A Truck Business
In today’s economy, while many aspects of daily life are getting consumed by the Internet, the need to move products from one location to another remains. Trucking companies tackle the logistics of getting those trucks to and from their destinations, including the distributor or shipping location to the final recipient. …
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How to Stay Energized During a Long Workday
While some workdays can just feel longer, others actually are longer. You’ll need a constant and reliable supply of energy for those days where you’ll be burning through the midnight oil at your desk when you’re usually relaxing in front of the TV, reading or unwinding at a bar. Learn …
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