What, exactly, does a good workflow look like? No office is 100% efficient, so every office has room for improvement. But where to begin? The easiest way to improve your office workflow is to figure out what needs work. In any office, there are day-to-day frustrations everyone faces, and then there are specific bad habits that your staff can remedy with a little time and focus. “The goal is to avoid waiting for someone else…
An ergonomically correct office workstation will help you avoid fatigue and discomfort – who doesn’t want that? Whether you’re an OHS professional in charge of providing a safe work environment for the employees at your company or simply a computer user who wants to avoid fatigue, following a few simple guidelines can help you significantly improve your office workstation. Follow these 10 office ergonomics tips to help you avoid fatigue: 1) Make sure that the…
How do you decide which one to use? How does the Canadian Government regulate who can call themselves an immigration consultant or Why Hire An Immigration Lawyer or Consultant vs Do-It-Yourself? Who can charge to represent your application? Many people ask friends “Who did you use?” or “Do you know someone who can help me or my business about Canada immigration?” Many people do research with their favorite Search Engine. On the web, after qualifying…
The Internet is the great equalizer in that it gives small businesses marketing opportunities on par with their larger competitors. It can still cost money to market online though and, if you aren’t careful, the total costs can totally blow your budget. The good news is that a number of inexpensive small business marketing methods can help you achieve your goal—and some are even free. We surveyed small business owners to find the top 10…
Under Canada’s immigration law, you can ask the Federal Court of Canada to review decisions related to immigration for your client. A lawyer must apply for judicial review on your behalf. In some cases, there are deadlines by which you are allowed to apply for review by the Federal Court. For example, if the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB) has rejected your claim for refugee protection, you must file an application to ask for a…
A lot of consultants put all of their time and energy into becoming an expert in their field. They undergo training and practice, but they don’t invest time or energy into learning how to get clients and grow their consulting businesses. Instead of wasting that time, money and effort on advertising, here are a few tips and tricks (by no means comprehensive) for successful promotions that will result in an increase in business and revenue,…
You may think that you don’t have time to organize your office, but if you really knew how much time that disorganization cost you, you’d reconsider. Rearranging and moving piles occasionally doesn’t count. Neither does clearing off your desk, if you swipe the mess into a bin, or a desk drawer. A relatively neat and orderly office space clears the way for higher productivity and less wasted time. Organizing your office doesn’t have to take…
