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Local businesses may seem old-fashioned—and many are. But these provocative brick-and-mortar establishments are creating sorcery and magic in our hometown communities; they contribute local character and prosperity in an ever-increasing homogenized world. These one-of-a-kind businesses with distinctive character contribute to more than just a proud legacy. They generate dramatically greater local economic activity than procurement from a chain business—and they’re gaining ground over retail chains and big box stores all across North America.
The Keys to Unlocking Employee Happiness and Well-Being
What do employees really want? The question can befuddle managers and CEOs, as they work to not only understand what makes their employees tick, but how they can help them better do their jobs and improve the company’s bottom line. When it comes to discovering the keys to unlocking employee happiness and well-being, it can help to look at company’s that are doing it right. Virgin Airlines, is a massively successful company founded by entrepreneur and adventurer Richard Branson. One of our personal heroes at GetAssist, Branson lives life by his own rules, and makes a point to lead a company that empowers its employees to be the best they can be—inside and outside of the workplace. Here are some tips from Virgin that will help you increase employee satisfaction at your own workplace to turn your company from good to great.
Positively Impact The Community Through Fair Trade
Hi GetAssist readers! My name is Candice and I run the Cocoa Tree Bake Shoppe in Olds, Alberta. At Cocoa Tree, we make cakes for all occasions—whether it’s a cake shaped like a hot dog or a four-tiered, sugar-flowered wedding cake. We started our small business in 2009, because my family was good at baking (an obvious requirement) and I had an artistic flare. Since then, we have expanded with Fair Trade coffee and tea, and we sell little treats like cupcakes daily. Our goal from the first day was to start a shop that used all-natural ingredients without preservatives. We wanted to go back to the basics of baking, and supporting Fair Trade helps us further that mission.
Small Business PR: Focus on Coverage on New Social Platforms
Part of launching any new business is coming up with a strong PR plan to start building your brand and attracting potential customers.
While you might already be posting to the more obvious social networks like Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter, are you leveraging other more fruitful social platforms to get the word out about your small business? Read more
4 Tips to Turn Your Hobby Into Extra Cash
Do you have a hobby you’re passionate about? They say do what you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life. But making money doing what you love is another story. Whether you dabble in photography or sew on the side, you can turn your hobby into your own small business by getting online. Don’t be a slave to the man! Here are four tips that will get you started making quick cash fast!
Proven Habits of Highly Effective People
You’ve probably heard of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, and perhaps you’ve even read the book—but how do you turn the information into actionable advice for your career, your community or your personal life? Sometimes self-help can seem not helpful at all to your everyday life. But not to worry! We at GetAssist found a great slide presentation from the author, Stephen Covey, about the habits of highly effective people and how to apply it to your everyday life. Here are some of the best points:
Finding Success with an Employee Wellness Program
Did you know that small businesses could save up to $1.65 in health care costs for every dollar invested in a workplace wellness program? Happy and healthy employees make for better companies and communities. Are you interested in starting an employee wellness program at your company? Great idea! But how to get started…?
4 Fundraising Tips for Community Organizations
Community organizations frequently run off the generosity of others. But every now and then, it takes a little cash to make things run. A fundraising campaign can help you connect your organization with the community and help you raise the money you need to buy football jerseys for the team.
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How to Foster Employee Spirit in 5 Easy Steps
Less than one-third of workers in the U.S. were engaged in their jobs in 2014, according to a recent Gallup poll. It’s no surprise that managers, execs and officers reported the highest levels of engagement, while employees in sales, production and service jobs reported the lowest. But any good business owner knows happy employees—from the top all the way to the bottom of the chain—are the key to success. Here are five ways you can foster employee happiness in your workplace.
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