Questions every freelancer should ask a potential client

Whether you want to call it an interview or a consultation, every first meeting with a prospective client requires you to ask the right questions. Asking the right questions can show your professionalism as a freelancer, how much you understand their business needs, and whether this client is right for you. Clear communication from the […]

What types of insurance policies do pet service professionals need?

Pet owners are growing in numbers as everyone recognizes the benefits of a furry companion. As a result, the demand for professionals such as groomers and trainers has also increased.  If you’re a pet service professional, you may be busy giving a puppy their first haircut or teaching them to sit. But it’s also essential […]

Getting the proper insurance as a contractor

Whether you work on residential homes or commercial buildings, renovations, electrician work, or air ducts are complicated and often dangerous. There are sharp tools, heavy machinery, and plenty of other risks. You also need to worry about the business aspect of your job, such as investing in the proper equipment and worrying about government regulations.  […]

How to manage your business’s online reputation

A business’s reputation used to rely on word of mouth. This is still true. But the web can now broadcast a person’s word of mouth to thousands or millions of people in a heartbeat.  A 2020 survey by BrightLocal found that 93% of consumers use the internet to search for local businesses and that 87% […]

The insurance policies every beauty professional needs

Beauty professionals work in numerous environments. You may own a salon or spa, rent a chair, or visit clients at their homes. In each instance, you face risks and liabilities that could result in a loss or lawsuit and cause you significant financial strain or bankruptcy.  You can mitigate the unfortunate circumstances that arise from […]

Why office insurance is important for your business

“Business insurance” can consist of dozens of different policies — from commercial equipment insurance to cybersecurity coverage. Your business’ needs depend on its unique circumstances and industry.  Office insurance, however, is critical for any business that has a physical office or location. Even with remote work becoming the new norm, office insurance remains relevant as […]

The benefits of procrastination

You may have noticed that some of the brightest students in your high school or university classes were fierce procrastinators. Procrastination may have been one of the ingredients to their success. Despite the belief that it’s usually the lazy people who do it, procrastination has many benefits to how we work. So, the next time […]

Here’s how you can take more effective breaks

Breaks are an underrated component of productivity. Often, we think to get work done, we need to work six hours straight. But taking a break at least once every hour can help us regain focus and produce better quality work. Studies have suggested that the best method is to take a 17-minute break after 52 […]

Here’s why you shouldn’t multitask

Five or ten years ago, maybe even in more recent years, everyone thought multitasking was a strength. Who wouldn’t want to get two tasks done at once? The ability to juggle always seemed like a benefit. But nowadays, as more research comes out, people realize that multitasking has more cons than pros. This article explains […]

How to minimize distractions throughout the workday

Whether it’s an email or your phone tempting you to check Instagram, distractions can ruin the flow of your workday. One minute, you’re on your spreadsheet or word processor of choice, the next, you’re watching conspiracy theories about bigfoot on YouTube! If this sounds familiar, then this article is for you. I explain a few […]