The modern world is one where people expect results fast. For example, WordPress core manages to release updates at a breakneck pace due to demand, and they’re not the only software company to do so. If you want your team to rise to this level of efficiency when it comes to product releases, you need […]
The Best 9 Free WordPress Invoice Plugins For Your Business
Quality free invoice plugins for WordPress can accept online payments from a variety of vendors and processors. To get the most compatibility for online payment processors, you do have to pay for it as most plugins have a premium paid version. If you do most of your business locally with cash and check, you could get […]
A Simple Guide to Creating a Business Plan for Web Professionals
Starting your own business comes with plenty of tedious paperwork. Writing out a business plan may seem like an unnecessary step, when you feel you already have a clear idea of where you want your company to go. However, having one in place will definitely pay off over the long term. This post will teach […]
How to Handle Failed Payments on Your Ecommerce or Membership Site
A failed payment can be a nightmare for an ecommerce or membership site owner. In fact, any situation that poses a threat to your income can become stressful fast. However, staying calm when you encounter a failed transaction can help you quickly resolve the issue. In this article, we’ll take a look at why payments […]
When Disaster Strikes: Business Continuity Plans 101
Starting and maintaining a business is no small task. With all the work you’ve poured into your company, the last thing you want is for it all to go up in smoke. Whether you’re facing a natural disaster, a cyberattack, or some other unforeseen emergency, having a business continuity plan in place can be crucial […]
Can a Standing Desk Help You Be Better at Your Job?
A couple of years ago, I made the executive decision to get rid of my couch. I replaced it with a set of chairs and matching ottomans, comfortable but not so tempting I’d plop down and work there all day. This wasn’t quite the same as making a leap to a standing desk, but I […]
Using Lean Methodology for Your Software Startup
No matter what your business does, the methodology you employ to make sure quality is high while processes remain efficient is vital to your success. As such, you’ll want to consider your options carefully. The ‘Lean’ methodology is a popular choice, and one that’s made the leap from the manufacturing realm to the software and […]
How to Avoid Survivorship Bias and Grow Your Business
Survivorship bias is when you focus on successful businesses, strategies or people for only their successes. You admire them and want to emulate the positives. You also completely ignore their drawbacks or failures, as well as the surrounding details of their achievements. It’s like how people show only their highlight reel on Instagram. They feature […]
Resume Power Words: Using Powerful Language to Land Your Dream Job
As a resume writer, I know the all-too-common words that are just so tempting to use. Responsibilities include XYZ. Managed a team of etc. Self-motivated. Even “leadership,” a skill that just about every company wants to see, has become such a buzzword that it’s lost its power. And don’t even get me started on “thought […]
6 Breathing Exercises to Help You Get Through a Stressful Day at Work
I’m a lifelong worrier, and some of my earliest memories from childhood are of my mom saying, “You’ll be okay. Practice your deep breathing.” I wasn’t a particularly anxious kid, and even though I have my brushes with anxiety (it feels like bees buzzing in my chest) and panic attacks, I’m not a particularly anxious […]