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How to Create Original Business Cards Everyone Will Want
How to Create Original Business Cards Everyone Will Want Cards are important, but most are forgotten or dumped. This low-cost service allows you to create cards that are striking and original - the type that will be kept, admired and passed around. . . . keep reading
KPI's to Measure Staff Productivity & Workplace Quality
KPI's to Measure Staff Productivity & Workplace Quality You need figures that are easy to find and interpret. Managers need benchmarks for their decisions. Staff need to understand productivity, and how they contribute to success of the business. . . . keep reading
Maximizing Throughput: 6 Steps to Increase Sales
Maximizing Throughput: 6 Steps to Increase Sales Throughput is a sales-building concept that measures ideal sales per hour: use the calculator to work out your figures, and improve results even during the busiest times. . . . keep reading
How to Create a Short Recruitment Video
How to Create a Short Recruitment Video Here's a great video example that shows the positives of a company, and also sets expectations about the energy and commitment they are looking for. Put together in a short, high-paced format. . . . keep reading
Marketing Project Profit Calculator
Marketing Project Profit Calculator How many members do you need for a loyalty scheme to be profitable? Will prizes and giveaways make money or not? You only need estimate figures to see the answer in seconds. . . . keep reading
Skill Boosters for Managers: Quick Options
Skill Boosters for Managers: Quick Options Managers are always training others, but what about their needs? Offering a wide variety of options for experienced staff will lead to more enthusiasm and take-up: everyone needs to upgrade. . . . keep reading
VIDEO: How to Make Stocktaking Faster and Easier
VIDEO: How to Make Stocktaking Faster and Easier Counting food and liquor accurately takes lots of time - that's why many managers and chefs take short cuts. Here's a faster way to get the information you need - watch and learn. . . . keep reading
Rules for Staff: When is Swearing OK or Not?
Rules for Staff: When is Swearing OK or Not? Is it worse than before? Yes - TV chef Gordon Ramsay has lifted the lid on restaurant and bar language. Swearing Do's & Don'ts need to be clearly stated so there are no injured staff or customers. . . . keep reading
Five Types of Loyalty Programs: which is right for you?
Five Types of Loyalty Programs: which is right for you? They're popular with customers and with businesses large and small. But they vary in outcomes and the complexity of administration: check for one that's right for your marketing goals. . . . keep reading
VIDEO: Where to find quality photos at very low cost
VIDEO: Where to find quality photos at very low cost Great photos are essential for menus, brochures, websites and branding. Here's how to obtain them at almost-free prices, without hiring a professional photographer. . . . keep reading
VIDEO: Understanding the Breakeven Point
VIDEO: Understanding the Breakeven Point Breakeven is one of the most important business concepts, and fundamental to understanding how your operation make moneys. Watch the video and use the spreadsheet with your own figures. . . . keep reading
How to Manage the Kitchen If You're Not a Chef
How to Manage the Kitchen If You're Not a Chef If you're accountable for the profits of a food operation, you need to know all about how the kitchen works and move in that space with confidence. Here's how. . . . keep reading
The 12 Key Reasons Why Staff Leave
The 12 Key Reasons Why Staff Leave What attracts staff to your business and has them stay... or go? Understanding these common-sense factors is critical for successful retention. Use the list and examples for auditing and improvements. . . . keep reading
Club Membership: Key Performance Indicator Examples
Club Membership: Key Performance Indicator Examples How well does your club perform with member recruitment, retention and the popularity of services? Choose from 50 different KPIs to measure the vitality and relevance of your organization. . . . keep reading
Using Free Census Information to Sharpen your Marketing
Using Free Census Information to Sharpen your Marketing There's a wealth of useful census data available - check to see that you're on target with what you offer local residents. Information includes income, ages, occupation, ethnicity, internet use etc. . . . keep reading
How to Prepare and Write a Business Plan - Video Series
How to Prepare and Write a Business Plan - Video Series Starting with a situation analysis and developing a strategy. Then 'doing the numbers' and forecasting how the plan will work in the future. Finally, implementing the plan to create a strong future. . . . keep reading
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