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September 2023

The Foundations of Outstanding Business Premises

It’s easy to think of business premises as merely a functional space where you get work done, but they’re much more than that in practice. They’re an extension of your business and play a big role not just in how other people see the business, but how the business sees itself. As such, it’s important to consider the message that’s being sent by the premises. A well-put-together space will boost

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3 Tweaks Your Website Needs To Boost Conversions

As a business owner, you need to be able to outcompete digitally with other businesses if you are going to give yourself the best chance of success and longevity. But statistics show that at least 27% of SMBs don’t have a website, meaning they are already battling with more issues than those who have adopted a more digital approach to sales and customer service. And with over 80% of consumers

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Strata Complexes: Real Estate Marvel or Money Pit?

Have you been playing Monopoly and finding yourself wondering whether investing in a Strata complex would be your real-life equivalent of buying the sought-after Boardwalk square? Well, you aren’t alone! Strata complexes have recently caused quite the stir in the real estate market – but is this multi-unit multi-owner property type truly the right investment option for you? Photo by Maria Ziegler on Unsplash The Strata Appeal First off, let’s

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Making Friends at the Water cooler: Mastering Networking in the Workplace, Australian Style!

Have you landed your new job and are eager to make a great first impression – not only with your boss but also amongst your co-workers? Well you already know forming strong relationships in the workplace is more complex than just having casual chats over coffee or watercooler chit-chat; networking in the workplace is tricky but don’t panic: we have some top advice here that’ll help you navigate its perils

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Freelancer Finances: 5 Ways to Get Better at It

Whether you are running an e-commerce business or branching out by yourself, there is a lot you need to keep track of. Your finances as a freelancer require you to keep a close eye on them, but you also need to ensure that everything is above board when it comes to filling in tax returns or even working with an accountant. It’s not easy, especially if you’ve transitioned from a

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Unlocking Your Travel Autonomy Over The Years

There are various methods you can use to tie yourself into contractual obligations when travelling. Of course, that’s not to say these avenues are necessarily irrational, for example, picking up a timeshare in a Disney Vacation Club area can give you access to a range of hotels and accommodations with a guaranteed spot at certain times of year, and may even save you money over time. It’s also true that

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2 Ways To Be Environmentally-Friendly At Home While Saving Money

If you want to make inroads into becoming more environmentally friendly at home but think that doing so will cause you to hemorrhage your hard-earned money, think again. While there can be some upfront costs, you will save time over the long term with some initial investments. Here are two ways to make it happen efficiently, effectively, and with Mother Earth at the forefront of your mind every day. Image

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Smart Tips that will Keep your Business Finances Safe

Do you feel as though your business finances aren’t as safe as they could be? Maybe you have been the victim of crime and want to make sure that you don’t have to worry about being targeted again. Either way, there are things you can do to make sure that your financial security is your priority going forward. Pay Yourself If you run a small business then it can be

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What To Do If You Have Toothache 

There are few things in life as awful as a toothache; not only does it hurt (sometimes to a huge degree), but it can be hugely disruptive, too – you can’t work, you can’t focus, you get irritable, and you might not even be able to eat or drink properly. That sharp, throbbing pain in your mouth can leave you in total agony and feeling terrible, so it’s great to

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5 Ways E-commerce Businesses Can Get Perfect at Processing Payments

Making your business more efficient covers so many different disciplines. It’s vital that in the world of e-commerce, you find methods to make the customers’ lives easier. This includes the payment processing procedure. Improving payment processing is critical for the success and security of any e-commerce business. But what are the best approaches to enhance this? Understand Your Business Risk If you are running a business that falls into what

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