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Virtual Connections in Response to the Current Market Change

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No doubt about it, Coronavirus is definitely a challenge.  Companies are taking an abundance of caution and concern about the unknown territory, which have led to the cancellation of large-scale events, in person meetings and non-essential travel.  Even with these challenges, one thing will never change… the need to communicate now more than ever. The current health scare aside, companies have begun to adjust their thinking when it comes to their employees and customers.  Technology has made enormous strides and it has made “virtual connections” more economical, productive and in the case of Coronavirus, safer. 

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Key Ways to Prepare for Remote Work for Your Business

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The CDC is currently responding to the outbreak of coronavirus, abbreviated COVID-19. This event is expected to have an impact on U.S. businesses. ProTech wants your business to be prepared as this crisis evolves.

Many businesses may need to move to a remote work model until the pandemic subsides. In order to be effective there are several things that your business needs to have in place.

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Social Media 101 for Your Small Business

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Small business owners wear many hats. Aside from being the boss, you are the repair person, secretary, chief financial officer, HR manager, IT expert and much more. With so many important areas vying for your attention, it is easy to put items that seem optional on the back burner. Take social media, for example. Because having a social media presence is not something that is mandatory for your business to operate, it can seem optional. But, by not having a presence, you are vastly limiting brand awareness potential and in turn, your revenue.

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Considerations in Creating a Diverse Workplace

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It is almost axiomatic in the 21st Century that workplace diversity is not merely a good thing but that it is nearly a mandatory component of running a successful business. That said, what does “diversity” mean? For some employers, it’s ensuring that a workplace is composed of people from a variety of backgrounds. For others, it simply means having policies against jokes about race, gender or physical disability.

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Asking The Right Questions of Your Clients

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I’m convinced that in another life, I was a chef. I love to work with whole ingredients, laboring through culinary processes to make a final product that is magical. I’m building my personal recipe bank, learning new techniques along the way. Right now, I’m ever-so-gently dipping my wooden spoon into the world of sauces.

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How Local Partnerships Can Boost Your Business

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A company is only as small as its footprint, and while its label may suggest otherwise, a small business can be as big as industry giants. The saying, “It’s all about who you know” couldn’t be more true for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Your clientele, customer base, investor pool and partnerships build the imprint of your brand, and in order to sustain growth in your industry, it’s important to foster those professional relationships.

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