With everyone and everything going green, why not go green at work too? It’s not as hard as you may think. Just a few adjustments and your office is on its way to being green!

1. First, think about paper. Buy recycled paper and paper products. Not sure how to tell? Just . . . → Read More: How green is your office?]]> Go Green at Work

With everyone and everything going green, why not go green at work too? It’s not as hard as you may think. Just a few adjustments and your office is on its way to being green!

1. First, think about paper. Buy recycled paper and paper products. Not sure how to tell? Just look at the package and it will say if it’s recycled or not.

2. Instead of purchasing new furniture, try hunting for treasures at yard sales or resale shops. Or if you have time, just give your old stuff a face lift! Get creative.

3. When you leave the office for the day, instead of just turning everything off, try unplugging everything. It will save energy in the long run.

4. Try arranging your office so you won’t have to turn on any lights during the day. Have your desk next to a window so Mother Nature can provide the light!

5. Instead of printing office memos, try sending co-workers an email instead. That goes for employees manuals as well, if possible, have employees read the manuals online to keep from using paper.

6. Make a habit to recycle everything in your office. Keep a bin where other employees can pitch in as well. You can recycle everything, including fax paper, envelopes and junk mail. You can even recycle your computers and office equipment. Check your local schools and colleges; they may be able to use them in the classroom.

7. When possible, try getting to work by using public transportation, carpooling or riding a bicycle or scooter. Walk if you live close enough, not only are you helping the environment, but you are getting healthy!

8. When you clean the office, be sure to use nontoxic cleaning products and brighten up your office with plants. Not only are they pretty, but they actually absorb indoor toxins!

9. If you have a kitchen area at the office, bring your own dishes and reusable containers and silverware. Try to avoid plastic cups and Styrofoam products. Try to encourage other employees to do the same.

10. Use Green marketing tools. Let your customers, and the public know that your company is environmentally friendly. It will enhance your company’s image.

11. Replace your light bulbs with energy efficient bulbs. Not only are they good for the environment, they last much longer.

12. If your office receives newsletters or magazines, find out if you can receive them online instead of through the mail. When you are done reading them, just delete them instead of tossing them into the waste basket!

13. Try to keep your office at a steady temperature. In the winter, instead of turning up the heat, try wearing warmer clothes.

And last but not least, who says you have to have an electric pencil sharpener? Buy the old timer type, you know, the ones that require a twist of the wrist to sharpen. That goes for staplers too. With just a few adjustments, you can make a difference in the workplace and the world!

Click here to read my Green Business Promise!

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]]> http://www.theadminsoffice.com/2010/08/how-green-is-your-office/feed/ 0 http://www.theadminsoffice.com/2010/08/how-green-is-your-office/ http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheAdminsOffice/~3/IwlMIubBZX0/ http://www.theadminsoffice.com/2010/08/small-business-internet-presence-is-a-must/#comments Fri, 20 Aug 2010 21:20:39 +0000 Sherri http://www.theadminsoffice.com/?p=387 . . . → Read More: Small Business – Internet Presence Is A Must!]]> Today’s article is by Joshua Bedor.

It seems like every day another large business announces more layoffs, plant closings, reorganization, or all of the above. Lost somewhere in the headlines are the hardships small business owners are facing. Businesses are seeing a dramatic drop in sales and have to lower profit margins to stay competitive. Most large businesses have the resources and revenue to withstand the current economy, where as many small businesses have been forced to shut down.

In the current economic conditions, it has never been more important for small businesses to have a presence on the internet. Whether you join an advertising network, create a website, or promote your product(s) on social media sites; an internet presence is a must. When your local and regional sales are down, your internet revenue can keep keep your business alive.

As everyone knows, advertising can be very expensive depending on what your trying to sell. Social media sites, blogs, and forums can be an effective and inexpensive way to get what your offering in front of alot of people. However, it’s a very tedious and time consuming task. Realistically, none of those methods can reach their full potential if you don’t have a website for your potential customers to go to and get more information about your business and product(s).

The first step in getting your business online is to get your website up and running. The amount of options you have are staggering. So the question is – Where do you start? The answer to that question depends on you and your product(s). There are 3 basic options for website creation.

1. If you have a large product base and/or do not have alot of internet knowledge, it’s probably worth investing in a professional website design service. This can give you the exact look and feel you want, but comes at a much greater expense.
2. If you have only a few products and/or have some basic computer knowledge, a quality web hosting company could be a better way to go. They are relatively inexpensive, have very easy to use templates, and have many extras included or available.
3. A pre-designed web store is quite possibly the fastest, easiest, and most economical way to go. These are ready to go, customizable, complete with shopping cart websites you could have up and running in a few hours. If you are just starting out or don’t want to deal with the hassles and expense of the options above, this is probably the best way to go.

How ever you choose to promote your small business on the internet, you must keep a few things in mind.

• Are you internet literate? Are you willing to learn?
• How much are you willing to spend to get your small business on the internet?
• Once you have your business on the internet, what are your goals?

There are already millions upon millions of websites for people to browse. What kind of plan do you have for yours? Getting your small business online is only the first 1% of your journey. The other 99% is finding a way to stand out from the rest.

About The Author

Joshua is a middle class American sharing his thoughts and knowledge in his articles. Joshua invites you to visit http://www.learntoanything.com to view over 550 how-to and do-it-yourself guides.

Many companies are using Twitter for all kinds of reasons and you should too. It has become a fast and easy way for me to reach the companies and services I use, and more often than not, I actually find myself searching on . . . → Read More: Do you Tweet?]]> Do you have a Twitter account yet? If not, what are you waiting for?

Many companies are using Twitter for all kinds of reasons and you should too. It has become a fast and easy way for me to reach the companies and services I use, and more often than not, I actually find myself searching on Twitter for a business contact than anywhere else. I also like to keep in touch with my current clients and any potential ones on Twitter. I get each of my clients’ Tweets sent to my Palm and can reply right away to any issues or questions they have from wherever I am. My clients can consider it 24/7/365 support for all their business needs – and it’s free!

What else can you use Twitter for?

• To update your customers of any new deals or coupon codes
• To get closer to your customers
• To react to customers’ feedback
• To post company news
• To promote the company blog

Social media has become incredibly important in today’s business. If your clients or potential clients cannot find you on Twitter, Facebook, MySpace, etc.. they will find someone else.

Contact me today to set up your Custom Twitter Profile and get in touch with millions of people just waiting to hear from you!

Coming soon: Custom MySpace, Facebook and YouTube Profile pages!!

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-StartupNation, June 2009

Is it time for you . . . → Read More: Is It Time Hire a Virtual Assistant?]]> Quick! Go read this great article by Heather Nolte where she lists 5 good reasons to hire a Virtual Assistant today:

• No payroll taxes or employee benefit expenses
• No “on site” office space requirements
• No costly training programs when hiring experienced VA’s
• No long term commitment
• No morale draining lay offs during slow seasons

-StartupNation, June 2009

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