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How to Pack Your Products for E-Commerce Purposes

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When businesses have been set up, they have to keep the customer in mind at all times. The public wants their product to arrive in one piece and to be nicely packaged. This applies whether the item is posted locally or internationally. 

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NJBIA Opposes Bill Legalizing Recreational Marijuana Based on Workplace Safety Concerns

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Ridgewood NJ, The New Jersey Business & Industry Association is opposing legislation receiving final votes in the Legislature today that will create and regulate a legal marijuana marketplace, as it weakens much-needed protections for employers seeking to maintain a drug-free workplace.

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How to Be Prepared During Economic Turmoil

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Due to the pandemic, there are some threats of economic turmoil. More and more businesses are shutting down, the unemployment rate is climbing, and the furlough scheme is not enough for everyone. While this doesn’t indicate recession, we still need to be prepared in case the time comes.  To help the anxiety that it caused, here are some of the things you can do to prepare for the economic downturn. 

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The 3 Best Industries to Launch a Business in New Jersey this Year

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If you, like many, are hoping to ascend to financial independence through entrepreneurship, this is a great year for it in New Jersey. 

Dozens of business ideas are backed by market demand, little competition, and huge opportunities for a high return on investment. 

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Business Groups Voice Concern That Cannabis Legalization Must Not Usurp Right to Keep Workplaces Drug-Free

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Trenton NJ, The New Jersey Business Coalition (NJBC) has submitted a letter to the Legislature urging a reversal of recent amendments to recreational cannabis legalization bills that weaken workplace safety and require added costs to businesses.

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Accounting Specializations to Consider for Your Career

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Jobs in finance, be it accounting, bookkeeping, or tax preparation, are always in demand. If you’re looking for a career with security and reasonable remuneration, it’s a great option. All businesses need financial help, from a team of specialists for larger firms to consulting once or twice per year for smaller businesses. There are many different specializations within the finance industry, and choosing one that appeals to you will make your career more rewarding.

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NJBIA’s 62nd Annual Business Outlook Survey Shows COVID-19 Impacts, Enormous Dissatisfaction with Business Climate

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Trenton NJ, New Jersey Business and Industry Association (NJBIA) released its 62nd annual Business Outlook Survey , The survey as expected showed a severe COVID-19 impact, an anticipated slow recovery and an overall dissatisfaction with NJ’s business climate.

In states that are booming like Texas, Florida or Tennessee, government works to lure new investment to their states. In New Jersey, the opposite is true. 9 out of 10 New Jersey Businesses surveyed feel that our state has made no progress in easing regulatory obstacles for business.

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Village of Ridgewood Celebrates Small Business Saturday

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Ridgewood NJ,  Small Business Saturday falls on November 28 this year, one of the most difficult years ever for many locally owned businesses across the state. That’s especially true for restaurants and retail shops. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) is encouraging people to support small businesses in a variety of ways on Small Business Saturday and beyond.

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Simple Tips That Will Help You Manage Your Business Email Better

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How often do you spend a full day going through your work email inbox, reading, and replying to emails? Dealing with never-ending messages that seemingly need replies can be quite frustrating. It can get to a point where you find yourself checking your work email every couple of minutes because you want to respond to customers as soon as possible. 

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FREE PARKING IN RIDGEWOOD PARKING LOTS AND HUDSON STREET GARAGE ON DECEMBER 5th, 12th, and 19th

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Ridgewood NJ, The Village Council has approved free parking, with a 3-hour limit, in all parking lots in the Central Business District and in the Hudson Street Garage, on the Saturdays leading up to Christmas, December 5th, 12th, and 19th.  Please be aware that the parking area at the intersection of Broad Street and East Ridgewood Avenue (where the Christmas tree is located) and the parking area on the west side, with the entrance by MacMurphy’s Restaurant, are not considered parking lots, and you must pay to park in these locations.  The main parking lot at the train station (with the majority of the parking spaces), going into the parking lot from the traffic light and turning left, is free parking.  In addition, if you park on the streets, you must pay to park.

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Small Business Saturday More Important Than Ever This Year

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Ridgewood NJ, Small Business Saturday falls on November 28 this year, one of the most difficult years ever for many locally owned businesses across the state. That’s especially true for restaurants and retail shops. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) is encouraging people to support small businesses in a variety of ways on Small Business Saturday and beyond.

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March For Your Rights Rally to Support Small Business

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Morristown NJ, on Sunday morning at 10am to 12pm the March For Your Rights peaceful protest was held.  The protests was held for the right  to run your business, go to work and go to school . The message is one of personal responsibility. Organizers asked attendees to please wear your mask and in the Gathering areas as well as along the March route, please wear your masks and practice social distancing to demonstrate that mandates are not required for people to act responsibly.

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Fleet Manager Guide: The Essential Solutions That Will Increase Productivity

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A fleet manager or transportation manager is a key person within a business that has vehicles. They must ensure the safety of all vehicles, organize logistics, deal with finance, manage drivers, and more. This could be within a vehicle rental business, a taxi firm, or any company which transports people or cargo. It is a multi-faceted business role and requires plenty of organization, patience, and attention to detail. If you are working as a fleet manager or thinking of taking this role, you may be wondering how you can do it most effectively and productively. If you are working as a fleet manager or thinking of taking this role, you may be wondering how you can do it most effectively and productively using field service management software. We have compiled some tips, tricks, and solutions to help increase productivity, as well as make this complicated job that little bit easier. Sound like something you need to read? Well, read on to find out more.

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The Importance of Creating a Lasting Impression on Customers

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Any business owner knows that their success depends on their customers’ satisfaction. Ensuring customer satisfaction is an ongoing process; it takes consistent care and effort to maintain the good relationship you have built with your clients. Unfortunately, customers have very high expectations and very low tolerance. They’ll be quick to judge you based on the first impression they get of you, which is why first impressions matter the most. Otherwise, you’ll have to go above and beyond to salvage the damaged trust. Luckily, there are many ways through which you can leave great lasting impressions on your customers, and it all begins with knowing how to live up to their expectations. 

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