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How to Make Sustainable Practices Make Sense for Your Business

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According to a Harvard Business School article , research shows that companies with high ESG (environmental, social and governance) ratings “have a lower cost of debt and equity, and that sustainability initiatives can help improve financial performance while fostering public support.” .

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Community Wellbeing First: 5 Coworking Social Events To Elevate Your Space

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supplier Brother found it a welcome change to workplaces. 51% of survey respondents “think that a pet-friendly office is a good idea.” From gym workouts to cycling clubs, hosting a regular fitness class is the perfect way to encourage your community to step away from the desk. This also sets coworking apart from traditional offices.

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AI Is Transforming The Future Of Smart Buildings

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This article was written by Julian Rimmer of M Moser Associates for Work Design Magazine. One example of this is a validation project we undertook with a supplier of smart sensors. There are many areas where AI can be deployed in the workplace, from sensors and analytics to automation, communication and reporting.

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Small Businesses Worried About Corporate Concentration - and Especially Amazon

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The Institute for Local Self-Reliance recently released its 2019 Independent Business Survey. Key quote from their article on the study : Many public policy decisions in recent years have fueled market concentration and favored their big competitors.   They also feel government policies have not helped.  

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Flexible Work and Investment in ESG are Driving Profitability for this Global Brand

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In a survey , 86% of employees declared the Clorox Company “a great place to work.” Reducing energy consumption is another example of how a commitment to climate justice can preclude unnecessary costs (this is particularly salient now that energy costs are increasing — an issue highlighted in this Allwork.Space article ).

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5 Ways to Thrill Your Customers (Because a Thank You Email Just Doesn’t Cut It Anymore)

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What if you searched out cool articles about clients’ hobbies and shared them? Here’s an example: Over the years, my company has probably purchased steaks as gifts for key clients from 10 suppliers that never did anything to land a second sale. During any transaction, survey your customer regularly. Keep them coming back.

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10 Steps to Survive a Business Disaster

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The PwC’s recent Global Economic Crime Survey makes for scary reading. b) Advise all suppliers, customers, and your utility providers of new arrangements and any changes. h) Inform customers, suppliers, utilities, your financial team and solicitors of your move. This article was sponsored by WeHaveZeal.com.

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