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Tuesday, April 09, 2024Elevate Your Small Business: Essential Software Solutions for Modern Challenges
In this modern era of rapidly-advancing technology, small businesses must stand at the forefront if they want to enjoy consistent growth. Adapting to technology is no longer a luxury but a necessity. While some tools come with a price, many are available for free, ensuring that all businesses, regardless of their budget, can benefit. In this article, we look into several transformative tools every small business should consider to enhance customer satisfaction, boost online engagement, and streamline
Monday, January 29, 2024Mastering Consumer Engagement: A Guide for Small Business Success
Navigating the challenge of captivating busy consumers and nurturing them into loyal patrons is a critical task for small business owners and new startups. This intricate dance involves more than just offering products or services; it's about crafting an exceptional customer journey. This guide dives into pivotal strategies to master this art and create a base of satisfied, loyal customers. Achieve Excellence in Customer Service The cornerstone of any thriving business is exceptional
Thursday, January 25, 2024QUICKBOOKS DESKTOP CHANGES NOTIFICATION FROM LAKE COOK SOLUTIONS
Hello! Please grab a coffee (or a bottle of wine?) and familiarize yourself with the 2021 (subscription) changes, as well as the not-yet-public 2024 (stop sell) changes that Intuit is making to their Quickbooks Desktop software. This one's a doozy! Lake Cook Solutions and our sister company Kinetic Process are here to help you with navigating these changes, or migrating your accounting software or payroll/payments to a new vendor. If you know someone who uses Quickbooks Desktop, please forward this
Tuesday, January 02, 2024As 2023 Draws To A Close
The following shared by Norm Roth was originally posted here: https://www.forbes.com/sites/benjaminlaker/2023/12/20/looking-inward-the-power-of-self-reflection-in-year-end-leadership/?sh=2fdcacbe16e7As 2023 draws to a close, it presents a valuable opportunity for leaders to pause and reflect on the year that has been. In an ever-evolving world, such retrospection is not just a matter of reminiscing but a crucial exercise in leadership and strategic planning.The beginning of any year often starts with a
Wednesday, September 27, 2023Effective Stress-Reduction Strategies for Busy Entrepreneurs
As an entrepreneur, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. After all, it’s your job to handle everything from marketing and sales to customer service and accounting. It’s important to take care of yourself as you strive to grow your business. Here are some tips on how entrepreneurs can reduce stress without work suffering.Make Work More Manageable Breaking down large tasks into smaller chunks can help make them more manageable and easier to complete. Rather than feeling overwhelmed by a large project, take it one