Unfortunately, it is quite common for new businesses to fail within the first couple of years of operation. By the time year 5 comes around, only 50% of small businesses will have survived, with this dropping off to 33% after 10 years. Whilst we don’t want this to put you off starting up your own […]
You might not actually be aware, but there are lots of different types of phone answering services available for businesses. The service you receive varies significantly between each one, which is why it is important to make the right decision. Let’s have a look at all of the different types, to help you when it […]
After carefully considering your options and weighing up the pros and cons, you decide to take the plunge and sign up for a virtual office. That is great news, and will really help to propel your business forward. Whether you work on your own or as part of a team, if you don’t have to […]
It is safe to say that we are seeing a huge shift in businesses using more virtual services to keep their costs down. This includes virtual assistants, virtual offices and virtual phone services to name just a few. Have you considered, or even heard of, a virtual mailbox? Today we are going to take a […]
The number of people working remotely has, not surprisingly, shot up since the start of the pandemic, and it is looking likely that levels will remain high for some time. Working remotely brings with it some great benefits – increased flexibility, increased productivity, and generally a better work-life balance. There is always a flip side […]
The business landscape has changed significantly over the last year or so. The feelings of unease and uncertainty have filled many business owners with dread. With many businesses being forced to close, and others having to work remotely, there have been lots of difficult decisions to make. One of the biggest challenges has been deciding […]
Working from home has been a pretty big adjustment in all our lives during the pandemic, and it has come as a bit of a shock to the system for many of us. The usual hustle and bustle of the office has disappeared overnight and we have been left with nothing but the four walls […]
Video conferencing was already a common form of communication in the world of business before the pandemic hit, but it has become even more popular during the last year. It is one of the most convenient ways of communicating with coworkers, and also for personal use too – catching up with friends and family members. […]
After many people have had to juggle homeschooling with working from home during recent months, the office seems like a distant memory. Working from home does have lots of perks: the flexibility to choose your working hours, no commute, and the choice to wear whatever clothes you fancy (from the waist down anyway!). On the […]
Working from home can be a challenge at the best of times, let alone in the middle of a pandemic! The shift away from traditional office spaces can be very difficult for those who have not worked in a virtual office environment before. Working effectively in a Virtual Office environment is not as easy as […]