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A Beginner's Guide to Skateboarding in Jamaica: Tips and Rinks — SueTanya Mchorgh

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JEWEL PARADISE COVE | SUETY'S TRAVEL DIARIES | Tour and Review

Jewel Paradise Cove Resort & Spa is located in Runaway Bay, St Ann. I went on a STAYCATION with travel vlogger @Travel Lucie and this is what happened :)

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Girl Boss Sue-Tanya McHorgh: From losing her job to Online Entrepreneur http://dlvr.it/RW626P

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29 Life Lessons In 29 Years

Happy Birthday to me! I am so grateful to make it to my 29th birthday. I have learned so much over the last couple of month, so many major changes and there's so much to be thankful for. Since it's my 29th, I've decided to share with you 29 life lessons i've learned along the way. 

Cherish your challenges. 

You are unique. 

Always be yourself.

Accept people for who they are.

You can't control everything 

Never go to bed angry 

Let that shit go, the past, the failures, let it go

Music can change your mood 

The ocean is my favourite place to unwind

Rest days are important and should be taken. 

Always be prepared.

Learn something new everyday. 

Love and cherish the people around. 

Don't take yesterdays problem into a new day. 

Just be happy. 

Start where you are. 

Save. 

Invest. 

Its ok to outgrow people.

Never apologize for leveling up. 

Pray often. 

Take care of the body. 

Learn what to say and when to say it. 

Treat people accordingly. 

Protect your energy.

Love yourself.

Create the life you want. 

Real love doesn't hurt

There is no shortcut to putting in the work

What great lessons! Anywhoo I'm off to enjoy my day. Wish me happy birthday below :)

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My 27 Power Statements

The other day, I stumbled upon one of my favorite blogger's post about power statements. I too often think about the things I would want my friends, family, the people around me to say about me, the type of impact I would want to leave on people, the things people would say I always said.  She had in her posts 27 power statements and it inspired me to create a list of my own.  Here are my 27 power statements. 

You always have to be true to you.

Self care should be a priority.

Trust your intuition. 

I am not my circumstances.

Never stop being kind because people are unkind.

Surround yourself with positive people.

Worry less.

Let go and let God.

Act from a place of love. 

Pursue what sets your soul on fire.

Don't believe everything you think.

Treat everyone and all things with respect.

Never stop learning. 

You still have time. 

Trust the timing of your life.

Giving is better than receiving.

Learn to rest, not to quit.

Think before you speak.

Life is to short not to have fun.

Don't take what doesn't belong to you.

Change the content of your argument not the volume of your voice.

You have a responsibility to contribute to this life.

I am responsible for my happiness.

What I think about, I bring about.

We are all human and we ALL make mistakes.

You have all the answers.

Grace, through faith will always carry you forward.

 Tell me, what would be your power statements? Leave your power statement in the comment below. 

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Is it Time to Hire an IT Service for your Small Business?

Many people with small businesses find that they get along just fine handling their own technology and IT services. It’s relatively easy to tackle most problems as they arise, when it comes to things like antivirus software, glitches in programs or apps, and website issues. 

However, as your business grows and you integrate more and more into various types of technology (using POS software, transferring data to the cloud, and paying attention to things like SEO and analytics) you may find yourself (and your team) becoming overwhelmed with all the responsibilities associated with your internet and technology usage. You may also worry about the security of your system - is it susceptible to viruses, phishing, or some other more serious type of security breach? 

You may find that it’s time to hire an IT service or team to take over your internet and security systems. Having an IT team at your disposal will give you peace of mind that all of your systems are up to date, your software is working efficiently, all of your sensitive and confidential data is protected, you’re free of viruses, malware and other security issues, and that your social media, websites and email are all looking good. 

There are lots of great IT staff available out there, from local contractors you can hire, to managed teams available online, through reputable sites like Ribbit Business Solutions, with dedicated, well-trained and experienced staff. Whatever type of IT superstar you’re looking for, whether you need just one employee or a team, you can find them quickly and easily. 

IT professionals handle so much more than just antivirus software and the internet. They handle data and analytics, monitor internet speeds and usage; integrate systems into the cloud and sync up programs, social media, websites, email platforms and apps; install and maintain antivirus; handle other data security including web hosting, POS data, domain security, and more; installation and maintenance on software, and so, so much more. If you find yourself inundated with various tasks, hiring an IT professional to take over is such a good idea and a worthy investment. An IT person is arguably one of the most important roles within a business. 

Companies who have IT staff on hand are far less likely to experience major security disruptions or incidents, have faster internet (which translates to more productivity and efficiency) and have software, programs and platforms that are all integrated much more seamlessly. 

Hiring an IT staff doesn't have to be a hassle. Just look at the many reputable companies for hire online. Whether you need one person or ten, part time or full time, you’ll find the great IT professionals you’re looking for to maintain the security of your business, keep programs running seamlessly, and handle any other IT issues that might come your way. 

Hire an IT person to handle all those day to day technology issues so you can focus on running your business.

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How to Keep Your Business Ticking Over

Things might be going well with your business right now, but there’s no guarantee that things will continue to be just as rosy in the future. To ensure that your outlook is as promising as the present, you need to be doing certain things that’ll keep your business ticking over well. It’s all about planting seeds that will have a long-term positive impact on your company. Below, we take a look at a few tried and tested methods that’ll help to keep all areas of your business performing well one, three, and five years down the line.

Continuous Hiring

It’s not often discussed, but employers are having a hard time at the minute finding the talented staff to fill their roles. There is a skills shortage, and it affects many different industries and companies. If you’ve put together a solid team of employees, then well done, but you won’t be able to rest on your laurels. If they’re talented, then who knows when another company might come along and poach them? You can keep this threat at bay by treating staff well, offering good salaries, and so on, but you should also be “continually hiring.” If a talented prospect comes onto your radar, then bring them on board.

Under the Hood

For your company to be at its best, it needs to have the right systems in place. This will allow employees and the business as a whole to run smoothly. Even if things are going well now, it could all be derailed if you hit a problem “under the hood.” Take your IT, for example. It’s important that you’re working with a company that offers IT Consulting and Strategy services. This will help to ensure that your tech system works for your company not just today, but into the future too. It’ll allow you to focus on the tasks that you can contribute to your business growth, safe in the knowledge that the important tasks have been taken care of.

New Services

Everything’s going well with your business. But that’s just for 2019. Will the same products and services that you’re offering today but as important in 2024? Possibly, but possibly not. It’s important that you’re keeping an eye on the future of your industry -- you can find projections in trade magazines and at conferences -- and then preparing your business to take those changes in its stride. 

Continuous Improvements

And it’s not just in the core services that you’ll want to improve things. You should also look at your broader business aspects, such as, say, your marketing, customer service, and so on. None of these things will be perfect; all can be improved!

Taking Breaks 

Finally, make sure that you’re looking after yourself, and taking breaks. Even if you love working twelve hour days, if you want your business to be successful in the long-term, then you have to take breaks. You’ll only run the risk of burning out if you don’t. It’s important to make sure that you’re working sustainably. 

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Rant: What to do when your client pays you late

I've been very fortunate that most of my clients have paid me on time but I have had a few bad experiences. So how do you avoid late payments? Truth is you can't. As your business grows, you are more likely to have a few of your customers send in their invoices late.

Dealing with late payments can be very annoying especially since you have bills to pay and a business to run. How you approach this situation is very important. You don't want to destroy your relationship with your client or destroy your brand but at the same time, you'll need to get paid.

Let’s look at some of the reasons why your client is yet to pay you:

They're unhappy. Chances are your client is unhappy with the work you did. Paying for something you are not satisfied with can be difficult for a client. If your client is unhappy you can try to find a solution, maybe offer a revision so you both can leave the situation satisfied.

They're having business problems of their own. Every business will encounter problems. The late payment could be due to the client having problems of their own in their business. Let remember we are all humans and things are not always perfect.

They never intended to pay in the first place. Don't you just hate when people waste your time? These clients are the worst because they know deep down they can't afford the services or products, they inquire, ask for a quotation, go through the whole process as if they want your product/ services, they get it and then complain about it or just disappear without payment.

They are a large company. Large companies usually take a longer time to make payment. Payments usually have to be approved by a specific department but payment is usually certain.

The point is, you did the work and you are entitled to your payment, ON TIME payment. Like I said before I don't think you can totally avoid late payments because things happen but there are some things you can do to lessen the occurrence of it.

1. Charge a deposit ( This one can be a little difficult) . Ask your client and this depends on the type of business you're in but if you can request a deposit before you start working. I've seen some persons even state that their deposit is non-refundable.

2. Only send or give access to finish product/work after final payment. You can also consider charging interest for late payment.

3. Send an invoice reminder email. Your email reminder can look something like this:

"Hi Rhonda,

This is a friendly reminder that invoice 20 is now due for payment. I'd really appreciate if you could settle at your earliest opportunity.

Regards,

[your name]"

4. Pick up the phone and call your client. If you have emailed them a few times but still not paid, then it's time to give your client a call. Phone calls usually get things moving along fast.

Check out the video below. My friends and I discuss how we deal with late payments from clients.

Hope the tips help. How do you deal with late payments? Comment below.

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