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What Every Business Should Be Doing

Two focuses of my blog are Financial Literacy/Money and Business/Entrepreneurship. There are certain things businesses should do to be and stay successful. It’s imperative that newer business owners in particular pay attention to these keys. The following contributed post is entitled, What Every Business Should Be Doing.

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As a business owner, there’s a lot to think about and take care of on any given day. It may be challenging to try to balance it all and know what to focus on so you can move your business forward.

There are a couple of elements in particular that every business owner should be doing to get ahead. Put the following ideas into action, and you’ll be on your way to having more satisfied employees and customers. It can take time to experience the results you desire, so take your time and be patient as you begin to implement each idea.

Investing in the Right Tools & Technology

No matter your industry, there are benefits of investing in the right tools and technology. For example, if you work in telecommunications, then you may want to take the time to check out the products they’re offering at Sunsight. You may be hurting your business and not maximizing your profits if you are overlooking critical aspects such as misaligned antenna sites. Every company should be reviewing their operations and outputs and ensuring they’re up to standard.

Have A Recruiting & Talent Retention Strategy

Without the right employees and team, your business may be at risk of failing. To grow and be successful, you’re going to need talented people on your side who can help you reach your goals. Therefore, every business should have a recruiting and talent retention strategy in place. Determine which positions you need to fill and what type of candidates will be a good fit for your culture in advance. Also, not only hire the right person for the job but then ensure you’re doing what it takes to keep them around and satisfied over the long-term.

Build an Online Presence

These days you’re missing out on a lot of potential business if you don’t have an online presence. It’s in your best interest to launch a website and blog, engage on social media, and run online advertising campaigns so you can connect with your target audience. Every business owner should have a plan in place for how to get in front of the right customer at the right time. You want to be the company that pops up first in a search online, so make sure you have a robust SEO strategy in place as well.

Implementing Best Practices

Every business should also be implementing best practices for how to operate and serve customers. It’s not in your interest to have your employees guessing and winging it when it comes to doing their jobs. Instead, communicate expectations and policies and procedures so everyone is on the same page and can remain productive. There will be less confusion and more getting done when you take the initiative to share best practices with your team.

Conclusion

These are a few factors that business owners should be concentrating on and executing at the workplace. It’s a wise idea to do more of what matters instead of trying to do it all and spread yourself too thin. Create metrics and track your results so you can see what’s working and where the obstacles exist.

Why Little Farm Businesses Are Role Models

Three focuses of my blog are Financial Literacy/Money, Business/Entrepreneurship and STEM. Agriculture is an industry need by most of the developed world. In modern times though, many consumers are putting more and more of their trust in little farms for various reasons. The following contributed post is entitled, Why Little Farm Businesses Are Role Models.

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More and more people prefer to buy their food from trusted sources. While large farming organizations used to be a reliable food source in the past, more and more modern customers are turning to small, family-sized farming and food businesses. The reason is simple: They can’t trust corporate food magnates anymore. The list of controversial decisions taken by large farming companies is too long to write down here. But to name only a few examples, customers demand controlled origins, sustainable productions, and ethical choices from their food suppliers. As such, small farm businesses are making a name for themselves because of their positive management choices.

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They are more likely to be eco-friendly
While the agricultural industry is one of the first skills developed by mankind, it’s strange to think that many businesses have lost their ways and used environmentally-adverse approaches to exploit the soil or the animals. On the other hand, small farming businesses have maintained their planet-friendly strategy and remained accountable for their results. A sustainable farm can be profitable, especially at a time where buyers demand to see your green strategy. As such, vegetable farms can rely on homemade compost and natural repellents to keep their harvests. Fish farms can look into getting ethical certifications to convince customers of their green intentions. Additionally, as a fish business, you can also rely on reliable equipment, such as the Delta Net and Twine tools, that are handcrafted and made to measure. As such, you can have the best tool for your environment.

They are close bonds with the local community
Do you need to own farm fields to become a farmer? More and more dedicated businesses choose to rely on community efforts to build a farming environment that supports local needs. For instance, Boston Medical Center grows its own food for the benefits of patients on top of the hospital. The rooftop farm grows more than 25 crops and guarantees the best products for the patients. Ohio City Farm is an urban farm that trains refugees to help them integrate and acquire the skills they need for their lives in the US.

People trust people
Corporate farm businesses are faceless. On the other hand, a family-sized farm is made out of people that you can meet and get to know. Human beings are social creatures, and, as such, they naturally put their trust in other people. Customers find it easier to bond with individual farmers than with a global brand. As such, they are more likely to support local farms.

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The rise of leisure farming
More and more homeowners are moving outside of towns and into the rural regions. Millennials and Generation X quit their urban lifestyle to buy an abandoned farm and grow their own vegetables. Farming may not be a commercial activity for these. It is a life choice. They want to go back to their roots and learn to cohabit with Mother Nature. As they do, they develop a deeper understanding of environmental challenges and build a new appreciation for small farming businesses.

Small farm businesses are the unsung heroes of the planet. They dedicate their efforts to grow plants or keep animals that are healthy for consumption. Additionally, their decisions are dictated by their love for the environment and the desire to put the community’s needs first. Family-sized farms are the role models we all need to combat climate change and health crises. They are built on respect and values.

Why Customer Experience Matters More Than Ever

Two of the focuses of my blog are Financial Literacy/Money and Business/Entrepreneurship. No matter what kind of business you’re running, the happiness of your customers is paramount. Happy customers will not only return, but they will tell other potential customers about you. The following contributed post is entitled, Why Customer Experience Matters More Than Ever.

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In today’s world, businesses can face even more competition than they might have in the past. Priorities have changed for consumers, which means that they also need to change for the businesses and brands that are serving them. One of the things that all businesses should be paying attention to is their customer experience. Customer experience is more important than it has ever been, and it can be the difference between a successful brand and one that fails. Consumers are looking for products and services that come from brands delivering a memorable experience that meets their needs. There are some important reasons to pay attention to customer experience now more than ever.

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Online Competition Is Fierce

The growth of digital marketing, ecommerce and other shifts in the market caused by the internet have all made a big impact. Online businesses face tough competition, not just from companies similar to theirs but also from huge online giants and larger businesses. Even local brick-and-mortar businesses can face competition from those brands that are able to invest more in online advertising, plus they are competing with online companies on top of that. In such a competitive world, customer experience becomes more important, especially for brick-and-mortar businesses. When you can find anything online, you need to give people a reason to walk into your store.

Customers Want to Make Memories

When any company can deliver the product or service you’re looking for quickly and often cheaply, it’s not just the stand-alone product that matters. Everything surrounding it is also important. Consider the example of hotels and other travel accommodation. As Peter DiTommaso points out, world-class hotels have contributed to the rise in tourist numbers in NYC. People could quickly find a cheap and convenient place to stay in just minutes online, but luxury hotels offer a complete package and memorable experience. Often people are looking for Instagrammable moments and something unique.

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Consumers Have More Power and Choice

The internet makes it easy for consumers to discover the range of choice they have, giving them more power. They can seek products and services from all over the world and purchase them in a number of ways. When the consumer has so much power and choice, there’s more pressure for brands to deliver a whole experience that they enjoy. Instead of ending the sales process with the purchase of a product, businesses need to consider an ongoing relationship and sales cycle, keeping customers interested with a good experience.

Investing in CX Gives ROI

There’s no doubt that focusing on customer experience delivers a great return on investment for businesses. 86% of buyers are willing to spend more for a good customer experience, so it’s worth investing in creating the right experience for your audience. This applies to both B2B and B2C businesses, both of which can benefit from thinking about their customer experience and using a customer-focused approach to marketing, sales, customer support, and more.

Customer experience is more important than ever, so you should pay attention to it if you want your business to be successful.

Give Business Devices And Machines A Second Life

Three focuses of my blog are Financial Literacy/Money, Business/Entrepreneurship and Technology. If your business uses some form of technology, acquiring new hardware and getting rid of your old hardware may require some coordination. When you’re looking to upgrade, someone else may able to use your old devices. Also, for your own operations, you might consider acquiring equipment that may have been used. The following contributed post is entitled, Give Business Devices And Machines A Second Life.

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Every business has a technology strategy that determines not only which technology they should purchase but also how to use it. The typical approach establishes the expected lifetime of equipment, machinery, and electronic devices against the organization’s budget. As such, each organization replaces the current technology in use at a scheduled date, whether it is every year, every five years, or every ten years. How long you are going to use the same technology depends on a variety of factors, including your financial situation, the business objectives, and the market requirements. As such, when it’s time to invest in new or more innovative tech, the business has the opportunity to prolong the life of their equipment, even after it’s left their offices.

Indeed, environmentally-friendly commitment and procedures play a significant role in the disposal of used equipment. However, businesses can also consider strategies that allow for the best use of second-hand machinery and devices. Aside from environmental consideration, there is also an economic perspective to embrace.

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Recycling your electronics
What happens to the old mobile devices that you finally decide to replace? Electronics is one of the fastest business investments to wear out. With new smartphones and laptops being produced every year to the latest tech standards, it’s fair to say that businesses that keep their devices for a little too long expose themselves to cyber threats. Old machines are more vulnerable to hacking. As such, you might find that your old business electronics hold no value to anybody. But it doesn’t mean it’s suitable for the bin.
On the contrary, electronics can be recycled sustainably. Does it mean that manufacturers can make another phone using your ancient mobile? The answer is no. Chances are that the components inside your device can’t be used for the same purpose. But they can be repurposed in other industry sectors.

Consider businesses that sell used equipment
Not every old gadget and piece of equipment is a magnet to hackers. Devices that connect to a network are more likely to be targeted. However, equipment that doesn’t require any broadband connection, such as industrial machinery can be bought second hand from businesses such as Revelation Machinery, at a lower cost and with no risk for the company. Saving money while bringing your business to the next level, that’s precisely why second-hand heavy-duty equipment is such a fantastic opportunity for small companies. Additionally, if you are concerned about environmental cost, it’s worth noting that buying used equipment means that manufacturers produce less, and therefore you lower your impact on the planet.

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Give back to the community
Can you donate the devices you don’t use anymore? You’d be pleased to know that many organizations around the world collect computers and laptops to support charities and education centers. If you want to help them, you can get in touch with a charity such as the World Computer Exchange, which accepts working devices with at least 450MHz and no more than 9-year-old. Other organizations take non-working computers that can be repaired before being sent to nonprofits.

Your technology strategy needs to include a plan to remove old devices and equipment with the best possible outcome for the planet. As a company, you can choose to recycle, donate, or sell your used machinery. There is only one rule: Make sure your decision will help someone else. Be the business that gives further.

Building A Successful Business: Top Tips

Two of the focuses of my blog are Financial Literacy/Money and Business/Entrepreneurship. Building a successful business is not easy and not everyone can successfully do it. Those who do, usually adhere to same basic tips. The following contributed post is entitled, Building A Successful Business: Top Tips.

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Starting a new business can be a daunting prospect. There are many moving parts to deal with, and it can be challenging to make sure that all is in order. Fortunately, there is a range of practical steps that new business owners can take to continue on the right path to success.

Here, we will look at just a few of them so that your business can mirror the success of the Mecca Cafe and David Meinert, Seattle’s longest operating eatery.

Are you ready to find out more? Read on!

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Have a solid business plan

Making sure your business plan is sound is the first step towards building a successful company. Without a clear business plan, it will be difficult, if not impossible, to obtain financing for your enterprise.

The components of the business plan are as follows. First, you will need to make sure you have a clear vision or mission statement. This will help you convey the type of company that you are trying to get underway. Next, you need to identify your business or product and explain how it is set apart from your competitors.

The next move is a thorough review of the market. This shows where your company fits into the surrounding community and provides a simple map of your suppliers and potential buyers. Your local Chamber of Commerce or Economic Development Office may have useful resources at your disposal.

You are going to need to designate and describe your management team; clarify their background and what they are going to bring to your business.

Your marketing strategy is one of the most critical aspects of the business plan. You need to be able to show prospective creditors how you expect to relate to potential buyers and vendors.

Finally, any business plan needs to have a robust cash flow statement, citing the financial needs of the business as well as all sources of funding coming in. Revenue projections will also need to be included.

Secure funding

You will need to take a more in-depth look at all your funding possibilities. It can be tough for new ventures to access the financing they need to get started. A personal loan could be sufficient in this situation. You can also find individual investors or approach angel investors or venture capital firms on your own. Here you will need to be mindful of the extra measures you need to take to make lenders find you appealing, and you will need to be prepared for a few tough years when your business is just beginning.

Honesty

Finally, it is important that you be frank with yourself about the importance of your company in the real world. So many aspiring business owners are concerned only with making money and have no idea how to start a company from the ground up. Often they are not able to do the 24/7 job that a new company needs to succeed.

Without placing a large amount of human and financial resources in your new company, you are likely to collapse. New business owners should be able to dedicate their lives to their businesses and to face the many obstacles of entrepreneurship.

What Should Your Business Do With All That Data?

Three focuses of my blog are Financial Literacy/Money, Business/Entrepreneurship and Technology. Most businesses today generate significant amounts of data. Data generation creates the need for data storage. The following contributed post is entitled, What Should Your Business Do With All That Data?

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Big data, no doubt you’ve heard of it. What is it? It’s everything, basically. Details of your customers, clients, employees and the inner workings of your business and more. Big data is the norm now and every business no matter how big or small has to get used to storing and handling large amounts of data. But depending on the type of business you run, you’ll need to use it in different ways. Here are the more common and scalable things you can do with big data.

Effective yo-yo pricing

It’s well documented that the best benefit big data brings is the ability to price effectively. According to your consumer profiles and the data they provide, you can increase or decrease your price within the range of the majority of your customers more effectively. This means that as your business grows and you add more products to your line, you will be able to net the largest number of customers at all times. Taking into account a consumer’s age, cookies (past searches and buying habits), their location, past visits, devices and seasonal buying patterns, you can build up a customer profile very accurately. However, you will need to continually track all of this so you can change your outlook and pricing in accordance. This affords you the ability of effective yo-yo pricing.

Studying consumer profiles

Marketing and sales professionals have always been tasked with learning more about the company’s customer base. With the aid of big data, consumer profiles can be made and studied. However, for this to occur you need scalable Cloud Solutions by Online Computers. This type of service offers you a cloud capacity you can increase or decrease on an as-needed basis. It’s inherently flexible, as you can access data and files on any device hooked to the internet. Cloud systems don’t require any overheads either, so you save money automatically. The service is also tailored to your business requirements so if you require upgrades and migrations, you need not worry about not having the capacity, safe passage or hardware to increase the speed of data flow.

Internal improvements

Big data isn’t just about customers, it’s also a great help to your business internally. Employees should be able to have their work styles logged by productivity software. This will show the number of clicks they make, for how long they stay on one task, where their cursor hovers the most frequently as well as how long it takes to respond to messages, etc. The data you collect will give you an incredibly powerful insight into how your employees work and where mistakes are being made.

Needle in a haystack

If you have a gremlin in your supply chain, you will find it much easier with the collection of big data. It will allow you to pinpoint where time is lost, where most errors keep being made and who could be responsible for them.

Big data is an incredibly complex yet useful concept. It doesn’t require large scale hardware as you can utilize a cloud system. It must become a part of your company culture if you are to remain competitive.

Ways You Can Keep Your Business Running Smoothly

Two of the focuses of my blog are Financial Literacy/Money and Business/Entrepreneurship. If you’re running a business, you’ll want your operations to running seamlessly and efficiently. Some things will vary by the type of business, but some aspects are universal. The following contributed post is entitled, Ways You Can Keep Your Business Running Smoothly.

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Running a business can sometimes be hard work, a lot of time has to go into it and it can be easy to fall behind and soon have your business run less efficiently than it should be. It’s essential if you own a business to make sure it is running smoothly and correctly and to do this there are some simple steps you can take.

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Let’s have a look at some of the things you should be keeping on top of when running your business:

Your Finances

It’s important for any business to keep on top of their finances. It’s one of the most important areas to focus on. You need to know and track what’s coming in and what’s going out, and not just focus on profits. Your profits aren’t a true representation of how your business is doing, you also need to look at your running costs to get the ‘real’ figure. Using tools like QuickBooks Online Accounting Software can help you to keep everything in line and order.

Your Emails

You should always make sure that your emails are in order and processed quickly. If you don’t you could be missing out on opportunities, paying invoices, collecting invoice, customer complaints etc. It’s a good idea to set some time each week to go through all your emails and decided what needs to be done with them. Can they be deleted? Do they need a response? Is there now an action you need to take before you can say it’s been handled? Doing this will mean that your business can run smoothly and you won’t have any nasty surprises or apologising to do when you ‘eventually’ get to them at the end of the month.

Your Office

If you want to have a smooth-running business, then you need to have a clean, organised space to work in. Whether you run your business from a home office or has several employees in a large office space it is essential that you have a good clean office space policy. It’s a good idea to show and explain the expectation down to your employees too. Having everyone work to the same standard will ensure that your office space is kept organised and running well.

Your Employees

Your employees are key to making sure your business runs smoothly. Make sure you are providing a good working environment, are rewarding them and showing your appreciation for their hard work. Happy employees are productive employees so looking after them will always make your business run better. You also need to make sure that you provide an employee handbook for your employees with a detailed job specification. This way your staff will always know what is expected and understand their role.

These four areas are key areas to have organised and running smoothly in order to keep your business running as it should. Do you have any other areas that should be focused on that you keep on top of in your business? Please share them in the comments below.

6 Things to Consider Before Starting a Manufacturing Business

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“Starting up a new manufacturing business is a big decision to make. Whether you’re new to the world of entrepreneurship or you’ve been working as a company owner for many years, there are still many risks to weigh up.”

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Two of the focuses of my blog are Financial Literacy/Money and Business/Entrepreneurship. Manufacturing businesses can be lucrative if run properly. There are keys to running a lucrative manufacturing business. The following contributed post is entitled, 6 Things to Consider Before Starting a Manufacturing Business.

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Starting up a new manufacturing business is a big decision to make. Whether you’re new to the world of entrepreneurship or you’ve been working as a company owner for many years, there are still many risks to weigh up. Your new manufacturing business will only thrive if you have taken note of all these important factors. Putting the correct plans in place before you launch will increase the chances of your business becoming a successful venture. Here are some of the most important things to consider right now.

1.Equipment

Before you jump into any decisions regarding your new manufacturing business, you need to consider what type of equipment you will need to get up and running. Making a rough list in the initial stages of planning will really help you to assess your finances. From Cooling Towers to machinery all manufacturing companies are completely different so it depends on the type of industry you’re going into.

2. A Gap in the Market

Next you need to assess whether there is demand for your product. This will require plenty of market research and an in depth understanding of your ideal client. As soon as you are reassured that there are people out there who would buy from you, you can carry onto the next phase.

3. Finances

Starting a manufacturing company is going to be expensive, so make sure you have enough startup capital to get you off the ground. You may also need to pay and hire experts to advise you on the products you manufacture so be sure to keep this in mind. If you aren’t in the right place financially before you begin, you may want to rethink your venture for now and return when you have the capital behind you.

4. Competitor Research

Knowing who is currently in your industry can give you a huge head start when it comes to your business. Although you shouldn’t solely focus on your competitors it can’t hurt to keep an eye on what they’re doing and emulate their successful strategies.

5. Your Knowledge and Experience

Do you know enough about your industry to go into manufacturing alone? You may need to hone in on your area of expertise and hire other people who can plug the gaps in your knowledge. When hiring staff make sure you’re confident that they fulfill the criteria for the job description and carry out thorough interviews too.

You do not need to know absolutely everything about manufacturing, yourself, of course. If there are specialist product touches that you want to add to products, such as powder coating work, then outsourcing them can be a valid approach as well. Finding partners who can help you put the finishing touches on the bulk work you complete can help you stay agile while still having access to advanced techniques when you need them.

6. Potential Locations

Choosing the best location for your manufacturing business is so important. It needs to be accessible, affordable and close to your target audience and business associates too. It will always be difficult finding a balance between all three, but it is certainly doable.

All in all, you want to make sure that you are making the right decisions when it comes to your new manufacturing business. Knowing that people are going to buy your products, having your finances aligned and investigating any other necessary factors will ensure that your new manufacturing business is a roaring success.

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Are You Keeping Your Business Safe

Two of the focuses of my blog are Financial Literacy/Money and Business/Entrepreneurship. As a business owner one of your primary considerations should be your business’s safety. There are numerous contexts for this. The following contributed post is entitled, Are You Keeping Your Business Safe.

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There are a lot of things that are important to your business. That shouldn’t really come as much of a surprise, after all, a business is made up of many different elements all working together, so it’s only natural that certain things will require slightly more dedicated focus. The issue that a surprisingly large number of businesses run into is that they tend to focus on some aspects to the detriment of others. Things like marketing and customer service are, of course, incredibly important, but they are also right at the forefront of your business which means it’s rather common for them to take precedent over other things. But there are some parts of your business which are incredibly important and yet are all too often ignored. One of the most common of these is making sure that your business is actually protected. The safety and security of your business and all of the people within in it should always be a major priority for you as a business owner. Here are some ways that you can make sure that your business is as well protected as possible.

Security measures

You should always make sure that any security measures to your business are kept up to date at all times. This counts for both physical and digital security systems. Your locks should be kept sturdy and you the firewalls to your databases should be regularly updated. If you’re not paying attention to these things, then you’re leaving your business extremely vulnerable.

The right equipment

One of the most important things that you can do in order to make sure that your workplace is the safest environment possible is to ensure that it is properly equipped at all times. This means everything from railings in your warehouse to a fire damper to making sure that there is never too much power going to a single place that could cause it to overload or short. These kinds of things are the fundamentals of safety in your workplace and you need to be sure that you’re focusing on them from the very start.

Health and safety

Health and safety isn’t just the annoying bureaucracy that so many people seem to think that it is. In reality, health and safety procedures are in place to protect people and to save lives. You need to make sure that your business’s health and safety policies are all up to date and that every single employee receives adequate training to ensure that they are as always safe as possible.

All of the procedures, equipment, and insurance in the world aren’t going to make the slightest bit of difference if you can’t encourage your employees to embrace the importance of safety and security. By creating a culture within your company of understanding the importance of the security measures that are put in place, you can be sure that your employees are always working alongside those security measures to keep your business as protected as physically possible.

3 Ways to Make Your Business Greener and More Sustainable

Two of the focuses of my blog are Financial Literacy/Money and Business/Entrepreneurship. You can generate more profits from your business not just from sales of your products and services, but also from making your operations greener and more sustainable. The following contributed post is entitled, 3 Ways to Make Your Business Greener and More Sustainable.

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We’ve talked before about the importance of “going green” within your business. With endless talks of climate change and other negative environmental issues that face the planet, sustainability is on the tip of everyone’s tongue, especially in the business world.

While you may understand the importance of being a more sustainable company, you might not know exactly how to accomplish that. Thankfully, you don’t need to be “sustainability-savvy” to make a difference in your line of work. In fact, simply implementing a recycling program within your business is a great place to start. Just one ton of recycled plastic can save over 30 cubic yards of landfill space.

If you’re interested in even more impactful and long-term solutions to make your business greener, you don’t have to look far. There are simple and effective practices you can put into place right away to make your business a greener operation for the future.

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1. Do Some Remodeling

To start making your business more sustainable, why not look at the building itself? Where could improvements be made to make where you work each day greener and cleaner? Installing updates and doing some eco-friendly remodeling could make a big difference. Some examples include:

Installing energy-efficient appliances
Switching lighting to LED bulbs
Applying a white roof coating or a “cool roof”
Installing low-flow toilets in the bathrooms
Making sure your walls are properly insulated

There are plenty of creative ways to create a more sustainable space for your business. It might be a bit of an investment up front, but one of the great things about “going green” is that many of these practices can save you money by lowering your utility bills.

2. Have a Procurement Process in Place

Where do you get your goods and supplies? In some cases, it can be hard to order the things your business needs locally. Other times, though, finding the supplies you need just around the corner might be easier than you think. That’s especially true when it comes to food. If you provide lunches or snacks for your team, think about where you’re procuring them from.

It might be time to change your procurement practices to be more sustainable. You should do your best to purchase supplies from businesses that:

Are committed to sustainability
Use environmentally-friendly packaging
Take advantage of renewable materials
Make products that can be recycled

By helping out businesses that are already working to be more sustainable, you can make your own greener in the process.

3. Recycle Your Electronics

Chances are, your business is full of computers, laptops, mobile devices, phone systems, etc. Eventually, electronics wear out. Or, you might just try to stay up-to-date with the latest and greatest in technological innovations, so you’re switching out your computers frequently.

You should never just throw electronics into the garbage.

Electronic waste is becoming a huge problem across the globe, with over 48 million tons of it produced in 2018. Instead of throwing away your business’ electronics, work with companies like HP, Best Buy, or Staples. They all have electronic recycling programs that can help you to dispose of your computers in a safe and environmentally-friendly way. Some places even have trade-in programs that will give you cash for your old or used electronics.

As you can see, it doesn’t have to be difficult to bring your business into a more sustainable future. With a few simple changes and adjustments to your policies, you can promote a greener initiative that can boost your business, in the long run.