Author: Michael Jennings

When you’re starting a business, there are so many things to think about. Getting your idea of the ground can be easier than ever with the internet to hand, but it isn’t the answer to all your prayers. It’s easy to think that in this day and age we need little more than a smartphone to run a business, but that simply isn’t the case. pic by J. Magnusson In this day and age, consumers want to know that wherever they choose to shop or spend money, that they’re not going to be ripped off. There are so many scammers…

Taking those first steps into the world of business can be one of the most exciting times of your life. On the other hand, it’s arguably the most important. Over half of all startups fail to achieve sustained success. If yours is going to navigate those difficult challenges ahead, it’s imperative that you begin life on a strong foot. You will find that there’s a sense of trial and error involved. Nevertheless, there are some areas that you need to get right from the outset. Focus on these crucial factors, and you should have a far better chance of success.…

There are thousands of different extensions to choose from with Joomla, but you will need to know which ones in particular you can benefit from the most. The fact is that some of these extensions are better than others, which is why it’s so important that you do some research before making a final decision. These extensions can help almost anyone, and it’s crucial that you take the time to get all of the necessary information on each of them. With the right extensions, you can make your life a whole lot easier. Admin Tools Admin Tools is a great…

Quality assurance (QA) testing of software is one of the most important ways to guarantee delivery of a top-quality product. Businesses choose to outsource quality assurance (QA) for Web application testing for a variety of reasons such as group expertise (which may be missing from the original company), adding redundancy to internal QA testing and savings in time and cost. What is Outsourcing? Outsourcing is basically hiring another company with the skill set you need to complete business functions or processes of your company. Examples of outsourced processes include payroll, accounting, transcription, editing and writing, call center, janitorial and more. Cost…

In the digital age we currently live in, it’s far from difficult to fall behind in terms of technology. But falling behind, especially if you do your business on computer devices, can be a slippery slope. You don’t want to find yourself performing major and potentially expensive upgrades in a few years’ time. You can avoid this by taking steps to incorporate new technology into your business. Not only do you get the benefit of keeping with the times, but they can offer solutions that make your business all the better. In terms of efficiency, organisation and preparedness. Image from…

Are you the type of person who loves being on the cutting edge of the latest tech? Would you like to see some of the coolest gadgets on the market right now? Then you’re in luck because we’re going to list some of them in this post. We’ve scoured the market to find the best and most innovative contraptions available to the public. Some of them might require a substantial investment, but you can’t put a price on scratching that technology itch. We’ll spend some time explaining why each of these products are worthy of your time, and why you’d…

This year promises to be a big one in technology. With so many apps out on the market, it’s almost impossible to figure out which ones are worthy of taking up precious space on your phone! We’ve rounded out a list of the best apps of 2016’s first quarter, whatever your needs may be. 1Blocker If you hate living with ads on your Apple device, this app is the perfect solution. 1Blocker allows you to block everything from adult content to share buttons. So long cookie notices! Not only does 1Blocker block the stuff you do not want to see,…

Starting a business can be expensive. Even if you’re working from home and don’t have staff to worry about. In the first year there will be unexpected costs that you didn’t account for. Also, there will be quiet spells when work is limited. How can you build up your business without a big budget? Time is Money When allocating funds it is important to remember that time is money. It is important to factor this in. Adopting free or cheap software or tools may save you money in the short term. However, if the result of this saving is a…

Have you recently left your traditional job? Would you like to follow in the footsteps of some of the most successful online entrepreneurs? Then you’ll need to work hard to develop the best marketing strategies your budget can afford. You could offer some of the best products and services in the world, but you’ll never succeed if people don’t know you exist. With that in mind, there are some excellent tips and tricks on this page that should help you to make a start. Regardless of the nature of your operation, the same rules should apply. You just need to…

The internet is ever-changing. Each day, new innovations on how to connect or promote your content is being conceived. Marketers and business owners have their work cut out for them as they have to take these updates to mind when they want to attract and maintain their customers. One such tool that young marketers and new startups are trying to wrap their heads in is email marketing. For these people, they may find it hard to build an email marketing series from ground up. Good thing, there are email marketing software available in the market that can help ease this…