Jenny, Author at Careers4u

9Feb

By JennyNo Comments

Career Advice, Home Life

Starting an Online Craft Business

There are many talented people who like to work with their hands and fall into the crafts category. I count myself as one of these individuals - and I'm always checking online for an ebay promo code, or codes for the other sites I know I can source my raw materials from. I find there are many advantages of being a craftsperson but I also found there was a downside to this as well. It's why I went down a different route myself. However, a friend of mine made a discovery that gave them an additional opportunity when it came to crafting. Their Passion Being in their early retirement years their friend needed something to fill their time. They had always been a crafter but only when they could find the spare time. Now I have plenty of time I am enjoying their passion on a full-time basis....

4Feb

By JennyNo Comments

Career Advice

Tips for Surviving a Job Interview

What we mean by surviving a job interview is that you come away from it not all battered and bruised mentally and downhearted about your chances but that you came out on top and gave of your best. Then you can satisfy yourself in your mind that it is only the competition that can beat you to the job. There is, of course, a degree of luck with interviews because your success also relies on how many other interviewees had the same skills as you. All you can do is keep trying until you become the only one who has all the skills that the employer is looking for as well as coming over well enough at an interview to demonstrate that you are the best candidate to put those skills to good use. So, here are some tips. Research the Company Thoroughly Don’t be caught out by not knowing enough ab...

How Can I Tell Whether My Business Ideas Are Good or Bad?

25Jan

By JennyNo Comments

Business, Career Advice

How Can I Tell Whether My Business Ideas Are Good or Bad?

With millions of businesses being launched every year, it has become increasingly difficult to come up with an idea that the market has never seen before. However, even if a similar service or product, you can still put your own spin on it and use that as your unique selling point. Which if executed well can beat out your competitors. There are many other things to consider before starting a business, and you can take a look at the advice on blogs like https://www.ronensimantov.com/ to see if you're ready to take that step. Today, we are going to talk specifically about how you can tell if your business ideas are good or not. Are Your Ideas Solving a New Problem? Because of the dynamic nature of markets, the focus should be on where consumers' needs are heading. Catching the right co...

How to Become a Freelance Writer with Zero Experience

10Jan

By JennyNo Comments

Career Advice

How to Become a Freelance Writer with Zero Experience

I get many emails asking "how to become a freelance writer," and this is my response. Freelance writing is for anyone who has their way with words. If you always seem to nail those reports or have received compliments about a piece of writing, this might be for you. Imagine having unlimited income potential, being your own boss, and working from home. For me, that means being a better parent to my kids and countless family vacations. I couldn't ask for more. Obviously, if you are based solely on your computer you will need to make sure that you are utilizing all the right software and practices to make it easier on you when working from home, this also includes your own health. Your eyes will take a beating if they are not properly looked after especially with staring at a screen consta...

26Dec

By JennyNo Comments

Finance, Home Life

4 Ways to Save Money on Auto Repairs

You might think that you need to be a mechanic yourself to make some savings on your auto repairs, but you would be surprised by how much you could save with a little bit of knowledge about how the auto industry works. Regardless of whether you want to find online car parts so that you can complete the repairs yourself, or if you just want to look for a professional mechanic to take on the task for you, knowledge is power and it can take you a long way in the automotive industry. Because of this belief, I am going to give you 4 great ways to save money on auto repairs. Find a Reputable Auto Repair Shop Ask everyone you know if they have a mechanic that they trust. A trustworthy mechanic is worth their weight in gold. If you are not lucky enough to know someone who knows a good mechan...

6 Things You Should Always Negotiate the Price Of

12Dec

By JennyNo Comments

Finance

6 Things You Should Always Negotiate the Price Of

Price negotiations is often quite an informal culture. It is a way of getting more for your money. Price negotiating can prove uncomfortable for many who are not used to it but when you get into the flow of it, it can be a lot of fun. It is not always easy to understand what the right context is to barter. Therefore, in this article I am going to highlight 8 things you should always negotiate the price of. Car Prices When you are buying a car, negotiating is something you always need to do. Researching the car invoice prices beforehand can give you a great advantage - especially when you are buying a used vehicle. This does not mean that you should not be negotiating with a new car, in fact, you should be negotiating regardless of the condition of the car. Many dealers are happy to b...

26Nov

By JennyNo Comments

Business

How to Start a Food Truck Business

To start a food truck business, you need a competitive and appealing concept, a viable business, and a financial plan, as well as management if you are intending to start a fleet. If you need to know more about fleet services you can go on over to websites such as fergusontruckcenter.com for more information. Your fleet could even benefit from fleet management services too. That could ensure that fleet businesses know exactly where their vehicles are and whether or not they're driving safely. Food truck fleets could always consider visiting Lytx (https://www.lytx.com/en-us/resources/articles/fleet-management-solutions) to get this sort of software. It could improve efficiency and safety. Anyway, with all your plans being informed by market research you have done previously. A successful fo...

11Nov

By JennyNo Comments

Business

How to Start a Restaurant

Opening a restaurant is a dream for many of us who love food. So many people love to eat at restaurants so you must be able to find a niche that will love what you intend on doing. The restaurant business is a fantastic because to be a part of but, like all businesses, they can be challenging to set up. Therefore, I am going to give you some key points to focus on when starting your dream restaurant. Understand Who You Are Serving Before you do anything, you need to conceptualise who you even to serve. If you do not have a concrete identity as a restaurant that oozes out of every aspect of what you will do you will fade into the background. Everything from your menu to your décor choice should make it obvious to customers what you and your restaurant stand for. If you are starting...

2 Customer Acquisitions Strategies to Win New Customers

21Oct

By JennyNo Comments

Business

2 Customer Acquisitions Strategies to Win New Customers

Acquiring new customers is the lifeline of any business. This is why every business strategist needs to dedicate the appropriate amount of energy to their customer acquisition strategy. It is an essential part of every business and without a solid approach, you will fail to grow as a company in any market. One of the most difficult parts about creating the right method for your company figuring out which channel is the most sustainable for bringing through new customers. Finding the Right Acquisition Channel There is a huge variety of different frameworks that have been published that seek to help any business identify the right channel to engage with, but ultimately this comes down to a bunch of trial and error, especially if you have no historical data to work with. I am not goi...

5Sep

By JennyNo Comments

Business

How to Prevent Cash Flow Problems

When running a business, it is vital that you are able to keep track of the amount of money coming in and going out of your business. An inadequate cash flow can have a devastating impact on a business and if left unchecked poor management of your money can lead your company to failure. One of the biggest mistakes people make when balancing their books is forgetting that profit and cash flow are not the same thing. Whereas a business can generate a large profit margin and experience positive growth, if your money is tied up in stocks, you might be unable to pay your suppliers, and this can damage the reputation of your company. Most businesses avoid this problem by investing in reliable cash flow software and other tools that can help them manage their finances. However, there are ot...