Seasonal Peaks and Valleys: Adjusting Strategic Goals for Optimal Success

The key to navigating the challenges of these seasonality challenges is creating a comprehensive strategy that leverages opportunities and adjustments for both your busy and slow seasons.

Operations, Strategic Planning, Sales & MarketingJacquelyn GernaeyAugust 12, 2024Seasonal businesses, strategic planning, marketing strategies, Inventory control, sales forecastingComment

Seasonal Talent Hacks: How to Build a Peak-Ready Team

One of the most important aspects of successfully navigating seasonal fluctuations is the strategic management of your workforce.

Business Growth, Operations, Strategic Planning, Human ResourcesJacquelyn GernaeyAugust 12, 2024Seasonal businesses, Team, Employee engagementComment

Blending Seasonality with Your Long-Range Business Plans

Here are tips on blending your seasonal business with long-range plans for growth.

Business Growth, Strategic Planning, OperationsJacquelyn GernaeyAugust 12, 2024strategic planning, Business Agility, Seasonal businesses, Inventory control, Business analysisComment

Networking Mistakes You Should Avoid

Here are common pitfalls that can get in the way of successfully growing your professional network.

Business Growth, Sales & MarketingJacquelyn GernaeyJuly 16, 2024Networking, Business Growth, Business Success, peer advisoryComment

A Quick Guide to Strategic Networking

Strategic networking is where you can learn about new business models, innovations in technology and marketing strategies that you can then integrate into your own business.

Business Growth, Sales & MarketingJacquelyn GernaeyJuly 16, 2024networking, social media marketing, Business GrowthComment

Balance Your Business Goals with Seasonal Fluctuations

A seasonal business differs from other businesses in that everything depends upon effective sales and attention to customer demands at particular times of the year.

Business GrowthJacquelyn GernaeyJuly 16, 2024Business resilience, customer experience, marketing strategies, sales forecastingComment

Beyond Headcount: The Value of Your Network Is No Numbers Game

The real power of your LinkedIn network lies in the quality, not quantity, of your connections.

Business Growth, Sales & Marketing, Strategic PlanningJacquelyn GernaeyJuly 16, 2024Networking, Business Growth, linkedin marketingComment

Seven Ingenious Ways to Leverage Your Network

Building and maintaining a professional network is a fundamental component of successful business ownership.

Business Growth, Strategic PlanningJacquelyn GernaeyJuly 16, 2024Networking, linkedin marketing, Strategy, Business GrowthComment

Building a Culture of Trust in Your Small Business

What is this mysterious notion that separates good leaders from great? Trust.

Company Culture, Human ResourcesJacquelyn GernaeyJune 12, 2024Company culture, trustComment

5 Amazing Team Building Exercises That Actually Work

Team building and trust improve virtually every aspect of your business.

Human ResourcesJacquelyn GernaeyJune 12, 2024team performance, TeamworkComment

5 Creative Team-Building Strategies for Your Business

Here are five creative strategies to boost team efforts within your organization

Company Culture, Human ResourcesJacquelyn GernaeyJune 12, 2024team buildingComment

Team-Building and Your Remote Workforce

If your remote team seems unengaged with the rest of your workforce, keep these tips in mind.

Human Resources, Company CultureJacquelyn GernaeyJune 12, 2024team performance, team buildingComment

Social Engineering: Your Employees Might Be Your Biggest Security Risk

Social engineering exploits human vulnerabilities for cybercriminal gain, emphasizing the crucial need for businesses to prioritize security awareness and a culture of cyber safety.

OperationsJacquelyn GernaeyMay 14, 2024cybersecurity guidance, Phishing, Data Protection, small business securityComment

Cybersecurity Tips for Remote Workers

As remote work rises in popularity, cybersecurity remains essential for both workplace and remote settings, underscoring the need for stringent protocols and employee vigilance against digital threats.

OperationsJacquelyn GernaeyMay 14, 2024cybersecurity guidance, remote work, data protection, employee training, work from home, cyber safetyComment

How to Conduct a Cybersecurity Risk Assessment

Prioritizing cybersecurity through comprehensive risk assessment is imperative for safeguarding business assets against the ever-present threat of cyberattacks.

OperationsJacquelyn GernaeyMay 14, 2024risk assessment, cybersecurity guidance, cyber safety, phishing, business security, IT security, cloud securityComment

Building a Culture of Trust in Your Small Business

Building a culture of trust starts at the top, so as the leader of your business, the ball is in your court.

Leadership, Company CultureJacquelyn GernaeyMay 14, 2024Company culture, leadership mindset, employee engagement, Small business, Business GrowthComment

Cybersecurity Must-Haves for Every Small Business

Small businesses often underestimate the risk of cyberattacks, leaving themselves and their customers vulnerable, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity measures and employee training to safeguard sensitive information.

OperationsJacquelyn GernaeyMay 14, 2024cybersecurity guidance, phishing, IT securityComment

5 Cybersecurity Myths You Need to Debunk

small businesses must understand the gravity of cyber threats and take proactive measures, including robust password strategies, advanced security solutions, and awareness of insider threats.

OperationsJacquelyn GernaeyMay 14, 2024cybersecurity guidance, IT security, Digital SecurityComment