When I opened my vintage record shop a few years back, it was obvious that I needed to secure services from several vendors. I also learned the value of cultivating those relationships. On more than one occasion, that good will has motivated vendors to help me out when I was in a tough spot. Even with my small business, I needed a maid service to keep the store tidy. I set up an account with a downtown florist and use them to send birthday and holiday greetings to my best customers and my other vendors. With their help, I've had more time to grow my business into a profitable local shop. If you are starting a business, let me share a little about vendors and building relationships. The first time that one helps you get something done in an impossibly short amount of time, you'll see what I'm talking about.
Posted on: 21 May 2015
Relying on self-storage can be so helpful if you're lacking storage space at home or simply need extra room to store seasonal items or other belongings, but it does require some special planning. In order for you to be confident that your items are in good hands while in storage, you'll need to make sure to follow the tips below for avoiding damage.
Test the Unit for Humidly and Temperature
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Posted on: 7 May 2015
Running a successful business requires a lot of time and attention, so failing to vet your employees before hiring doesn't make sense. While most people know that checking for a criminal record should be important, few people take the time to realize the many other benefits that a background check can provide.
Here are three very important reasons why you should never overlook a background check when hiring a new employee.
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Posted on: 18 April 2015
Have you run out of closet space for your clothes and don't want to end up with a cluttered home? Investing in a self-storage unit is something you should consider, as it will allow you to accumulate all of the clothes you want. In this article, learn how you can get a lot of use out of a self-storage unit for a monthly fee that is affordable.
What Makes a Self-Storage Unit Useful for Clothing?
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Posted on: 7 April 2015
Having insurance on your business is a given. Insurance protects you in the event of injury from an employee, product or service failure, and helps protect any contacts that you have with neighboring businesses or even clients. Commercial truck insurance is a protection you need as well if you have work trucks that your employees regularly use for deliveries. Find out why you need commercial truck insurance on the delivery trucks you provide with your business.
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