Monthly Archives: May 2016
- May 30, 2016
Maybe you're planning a wedding, or maybe you just want to add some light to your deck. This is a great little project that will bring some light to your next evening BBQ, wedding, or backyard bonfire!
- May 30, 2016
Anyone who has been in business for any length of time is well aware "stuff" happens. Whether you're partly at fault, fully to blame, or have no responsibility at all, you should get involved and support your client or business partners as best you can when challenges come up.
Yes, it's true these will often consume your time, energy, and, at times, financial resources. But the way you handle these situations is an investment in your company's reputation, and an opportunity to strengthen the relationships you have with those involved.
Practically any negative situation with a customer or client can be turned into a positive experience. Here are seven things you can do to alleviate a customer service problem as soon as it pops up.
1. Contact the Customer—ASAP
Don't wait—talk to the customer right away. Communicate with them, even if it's just to let them know you are still gathering more information and will call them back when know you more. (Then, actually call them back when
- May 23, 2016
My dad and I came up with this Lemonade stand designed to be beautiful but simple enough that kid participation—depending on age or skill level—would be possible.
- May 23, 2016
Return on investment perception is that if you make an improvement, you should be able to sell it for the same, or add value to the house. But every time we do those things, today's buyers are also interested in ... balance between immediate return (energy savings) and long-term returns (aesthetics). Energy-efficient retrofits almost always return the money.
- May 16, 2016
Here's a simple headboard you can customize to fit a single, double, queen, or king mattress. It's easy to make and adds a great accent to any bedroom.
- May 16, 2016
Every project has its own unique logistics—and thereby unique costs. These are the five business components that can help in identifying the unique costs of each project.
