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Start the New Year on the Right Foot — Get Organized

January is National Get Organized Month. What does your office look like? Is it a mess? Did you know organizational experts believe the state of your desktop says a lot about your personality. A clean, uncluttered desk indicates you are a well-organized manager. Unfortunately, a lot of people, including myself, are often buried in stacks of papers and files. It’s estimated the average business person wastes over 150 hours a year looking for things. That number can be significantly higher when you consider your virtual desktop – your computer.

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Pick the Right Seat for Success

Did you know where you sit during a meeting could impact your image? It’s true. Arrive early so you can determine where the person in charge will be seated, then select a seat directly across from him or her. From that vantage point, you’ll be in the best position to make eye contact and engage. Stay focused on the individual, and be an active part of the conversation — asking questions and making comments.

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New Online Resource Helps Small Businesses Save Money and Time.

When it comes to managing travel and related expenses, I find many small business owners are much like me. They don’t have formalized travel policies or a streamlined process. Plus, the majority of us manage our travel expenses by filling out reports manually and stapling receipts to them. Often we forget something or just fail to submit a report at all. That’s just not good business.

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