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Fostering Communications Between IT and Non-Tech Employees
Across all job titles, regions, and industries, the communication happening between IT and their non-IT coworkers is often described as insufficient. And according to a recent Executive Council benchmark survey, only four out of 100 IT leaders believe they are...
Smart Data Solutions That Can Scale as Your Business Grows
Some small businesses may be content reaching a limited size. But many more see growth as a top priority. If you want your business to grow, you have to have the right infrastructure in place, which includes the right data solutions for storing and accessing your...
Communication Solutions for Office Managers
According to a recent study, 75% of employers’ rate teamwork and collaboration as very important to their business. In order to be an effective team member and collaborator, you must be an effective communicator. Yet many office managers struggle with communication,...
Communication for Better Leadership
When you meet an exceptional communicator, you usually know it within seconds of talking with that person. They radiate a confidence about their message that typically resonates with you. From the tone they speak with to the body language they use, it is clear they...
How To Determine the Best VoIP Provider For You
You’re a small business owner who knows you need to start reaping the benefits that come with Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP). You also know the old way of analog phone lines and expensive equipment just doesn’t make sense for your business anymore. But there are...
BYOD Security IS Possible
Bring Your Own Device, or “BYOD” as it is more commonly referred as, means a company allows their employees to use their personal communication devices for work-related activities. It’s a move that not only can cut expenses, but enhances and improves employee...
Top 5 Communication Challenges for Small Business Owners
While small business owners definitely face a lot of challenges on a daily basis, one that can have a major impact on whether the business is able to thrive or not is communication. Between vendors, employees and customers, great communication can be a big hurdle....
How to Customize ShoreTel for Your Small Business
Changing phone systems is a big decision for small businesses, so you want to be sure you are making the right decision. Offering full features and a host of collaboration options, ShoreTel was built to make doing small business easier and at an affordable cost. But...
Top 5 Phrases Not to Use at Work
The workplace can be a challenging, overwhelming, frustrating and downright maddening place at times. But, it is your responsibility to not allow that frustration seep into how you act and communicate while at work. A negative attitude in the office is one of the...
Do You Have a Communication Solution in Place for Natural Disasters?
Putting a natural disaster plan together can be quite the process - it's time-consuming and daunting. However, anyone who has experienced a crisis would agree that having a plan of emergency is the best way to ensure the security and future of their business. One of...