Your Website Can Weather a Recession with These Updates
The global economic climate is always changing, and with the recent uncertainty in many countries, businesses have had to be especially vigilant about protecting their finances. One way to ensure that your business can weather tough times is by making website updates that are designed to boost sales in an uncertain economic climate. The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce has put together a list of changes you can make to your site that will help; read on to learn more.Improve Your Communication with
Ready for the Dip: Recession-Proofing Your Small Business
Recent rumblings from economists suggest there is a possibility that we may be heading toward a new recession, and as a small business owner, preparing for this eventuality will give you the best chance of surviving it. With the right policies, spending strategies, and a few decisive business moves, it’s possible to ride out the downturn and make the best of an unfortunate situation. Use this advice from the Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce to brace your business for a possible economic
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Customer Service - 5 Things that turn customers off
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