Why you should workout before work

When you’re busy – whether with work, family or a combination of the two – it can be hard to find time to fit in a workout at all. Some people prefer to grab a quick gym session over their lunch break; others prefer to squeeze in a run after dinner; and working out first thing in the morning is often seen as an option for extreme gym bunnies only! But even if you don’t think of yourself as that “morning person” type, working out in the morning provides the most overall benefits to your body – and to your daily grind.  Here are a few of the key benefits of getting your cardio and weight training done before you start work for the day.

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Benefits of moving your business to Southfield Michigan

There’s a lot to consider when choosing a location for your business: accessibility for your employees and customers; demographics; proximity to other businesses; infrastructure; city regulations and the advantages and drawbacks of the local tax system.

An increasing number of business owners are choosing Southfield: the city’s skyline is home to more than 8,600 businesses and over 100 “Fortune 500” companies. Check out our list of reasons you should consider doing the same.

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If you want the rainbow

The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain. — Dolly Parton

When you innovate

When you innovate, you’ve got to prepare for people telling you that you are nuts. – Larry Ellison

Sings it is time to move out of your home office

Over half of small businesses in the US are home-based: both Apple and Ford began that way. It’s a great way to cut down on expenses, especially when you’re just starting out – and the commute is unbeatable! However, many (not necessarily all) successful companies will start to outgrow a home office over time.

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Increasing sales in the new year

The end of the year – or the beginning of the new year, if you’re in an industry with a festive busy season – is a great time to take stock. What’s going well and how can you improve? Even a small change to the way you do business can have dramatic results for your sales – so make a New Year’s Resolution and start selling more right now.

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A group becomes a team when each member is sure enough of himself and his contribution to praise the skills of others. – Norman Shidle

The strength of the team is each member. The strength of each member is the team. – Phil Jackson

The strength of the team is each member. The strength of each member is the team. – Phil Jackson

Employee holiday party

Everyone knows a story of an office party that turned awkward or inappropriate, and it’s tempting to wonder if it’s worth putting all that time and work into an event that could go horribly wrong! But taking the time to show you appreciate your employees is ideal for staff retention and general morale – it’s worth throwing a holiday party. Just follow the tips below to make sure everyone can party responsibly and still have an excellent time.

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