It's difficult, especially for entrepreneurs, to take a step back from the nitty-gritty details to look at the big picture. Here are some tips to evaluate the efficiency of your enterprise.
Go green to make more green - This might not be at the top of your list, but how energy efficient is your operation? Starting green initiatives at your office (whether you work from your family room or just moved into new corporate digs) it can make a major impact on the bottom line. Stay wired - We're not talking about gobbling down caffeine. If you're a small business, chances are your focused on growing sales. If your employees are meeting with potential clients all day, they need you to help them stay connected. Think VPNs, PDAs and the like. Stay put once in a while - If you eliminate unnecessary travel, you'll save a small fortune. Video conferencing done well can put the entire world at your fingertips. Don't waste time at your desk - If you've decided to sit down at your desk and get some work done, be fully committed to actually working. Keep the desk ornaments to a minimum and surround yourself with tools that will save you time. Desktop Resources: Pelouze Postal Scale Dymo LabelWriter 450 Twin Turbo
