Getting Business Done On the Go

Posted by Maya Pillai

Over 40 percent of the US population own a Smartphone and the reports imply that about 50% of all searches occur on a mobile device. This is the right time for small businesses to use mobile applications to power the future of their growth. Though investment in mobile does not come cheap, there are many companies that offer some features … Continue reading


Saving time by managing projects from within Apptivo

Posted by Maya Pillai

Projects are the core of many businesses. It is essential that all projects finish within the stipulated deadlines. If your firm executes projects to the complete satisfaction of the clients, then the path to business success is assured. In the past, projects were relatively simple and small, therefore easy to manage. However with the passage of time, projects evolved to … Continue reading



The Importance of Effective CRM for Small Business Success

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There are few business owners who would dispute the argument that exceptional customer service is one of the core things that must be achieved in order for the business to be successful. It is an opinion that is supported by the results of the American Express Global Customer Service Barometer 2012. The latest in their series of annual reports found … Continue reading


Take Advantage of Small Business Saturday

Posted by Maya Pillai

Small Business Saturday 2012 is the first Saturday after Thanksgiving and this year it falls on November 24.  This initiative was started by American Express in the year 2010 to help the small business owners across the US. If you are a small business owner, the upcoming holiday season could likely make or break your year. Therefore, take maximum advantage … Continue reading


Where is your website traffic coming from?

Posted by Maya Pillai

All businesses have a website nowadays. The idea is to provide information about their products and services. Clients and customers can research and compare the offerings provided by different companies before making the best and final choice. A well designed and well presented website is the best advertisement for a firm. The problem most small company’s face is customers mostly … Continue reading


Start Using Google Apps to Save Time

Posted by Maya Pillai

If you are an entrepreneur you will definitely realize the value of time. As it is frequently stated, time is money. In other words, speed is critical in achieving business success. If you complete your client’s work in less time than your competitors, your business will stand out of the crowd. Google offers a host of applications specifically tailored to … Continue reading


Creating Mobile Friendly Websites and Apps

Posted by Maya Pillai

The number of people in the world having mobiles today is huge. Moreover the number is expected to rise significantly in the near future. One can surf the internet using most of the available mobiles. However most of the websites are designed to be viewed on desktops and laptops. Mobiles have a very small screen compared to desktops and laptops. … Continue reading


Tackling the Challenges of Getting Paid on Time

Posted by Maya Pillai

As a freelancer cash flow is critical to your business.  There are running expenses which have to be met along with bills that need to be paid. An advantage of being a freelancer gives you the freedom to work for whoever you want. Unfortunately, one disadvantage of this can be delayed payments. You have been professional in your work and … Continue reading