Sustainability in the Business World – Important Carbon Terms to Know
Many are the terms surrounding the element carbon. Learn some of the most important in this article.
Business for Beginners
A variety of business topics, written especially for beginners.
ESG and your business practices
The term “environmental, social, and governance” (ESG) was introduced to the world in the 2005 UN study, “Who Cares Wins.” According to the Green Business Bureau, ESG grew from the concept of business sustainability. In business, sustainability can be defined as “doing good.” People increasingly seek it in the companies they do business with or invest in.
How Sustainability Benefits Your Small Business
For entrepreneurs looking to start a sustainable business, now is the best time to do so. As reported by Business Line, businesses that follow a sustainable strategy are 2.5 times more likely to be successful than those that don’t,
Seven Healthy, Productive Ways to Deal With Climate Anxiety
We hear from most news channels about the degraded state of our planet. It’s bound to produce anxiety for many. And yet, there are things you can do to reduce that anxiety. Taking small actions to save our planet is a worthwhile way to relieve climate anxiety.
The Roadmap to Launching Your Green Business
Many entrepreneurs feel like it’s impossible to follow green practices in their business, or to even make a difference. If you’re curious about entrepreneurship, and you want to help the environment, launching a sustainable business might be in your future.
On operating a business sustainably
There’s an unstoppable force in the business world today: sustainability. The concept’s been around a while – since at least the 1700s when it was used in a German tract about forestry. It promoted the idea that resources should be taken from forests no faster than it would take to regenerate them.
Chasing that steady paycheck: Salary and your startup
Looking for a steady paycheck? Then going it alone may not be for you. If you do go in doing your own thing, here are some factors to consider in deciding how much to pay yourself.
On becoming a business disruptor
Business disruptors may not be who you think they are. They’re not the violent rioters we watch on the news. Instead, the disruptive innovation they bring to market stands to significantly change the way we do things. Small business owners and entrepreneurs should prepare for disruption overtaking their chosen industry.
Networking – a bane or a benefit?
If you’re like me and thousands of other professionals, the idea of networking brings up a feeling of dread. And lots of questions. Question number one on my list is, “Do I really need to do this?” For a few tips and tricks, read on.
How to gain the attention and confidence of potential clients
So, you’ve stirred the attention of a potential client – possibly your first. Now what? How do you gain their confidence and understand their needs?
You’ve got a lot to give: the skills, qualifications, and experience necessary. But first it’s of utmost importance that you understand your client’s needs.