Staring at work all day, every day with a high-quality, large monitor can be like starring through the clearest of windows at a great view. Here are some of our picks to brighten up the day and the productivity of everyone who spends the workday at a computer. The Dell UltraSharp U3014 This beast was recently named as a top pick by PC Magazine. This 30-inch monitor is … [More]
Trained to Succeed
It can be lonely at the top, as the saying goes. Well, here are some local groups that are succeeding in creating leadership success to help people improve as businesspeople and leaders while enriching themselves as individuals. Leadership Development Services Leadership of individuals and teams within an organization is what coach and author Lois Zachary specializes … [More]
Scheduled Fitness to Move You
Spending a good part of the day sitting in an office chair is not part of any executive’s fitness regimen, so get up and out. Here are some of the latest devices that will encourage movement in a businessperson’s life, even when busy at work: Fitbit Track steps, distance and calories with the Zip or One wireless movement trackers, the Flex wristband tracker or the all-new … [More]
Don’t Just Squeak By
Hippus HandShoe Mouse The HandShoe Mouse (with Light Click) from Hippus is the latest iteration of the molded ergonomic mouse, with the same support and buttons that click with minimal effort. Left- and right-hand versions. Wired: $119; wireless: $139 HP X4000b Bluetooth Mouse Be more productive on the go with this sleek, stylish mouse whose … [More]
iPad App-cessories: Tools to Build Business
Forget the games and Web surfing and use that tablet for business. The popular iPad is the platform for these great business tools, heightening productivity everywhere business or leisure calls. Desktop Connect Go To My PC (or iPad in this case) is an app that allows connection to a desktop computer and all that appears there. See files and programs, and do business … [More]
Penmanship
In an age when electronic devices do it all, it still takes a handwritten letter or a strong signature to solidify big business. Here are some writing instruments that will get the job done: Cartier Roadster Rollerball Available in lacquered, leather-encased, mother-of-pearl, solid gold and hardstone versions, this Cartier pen will stop any negotiation and get … [More]
Our Health Can Be Our Biggest Asset
As the year comes to a close, many will look inward and realize how important health is to performing well in business overall. A mentally and physically healthy individual is an asset we cannot afford to lose. Here are top fitness clubs to consider: Gold’s Gym Elite Off the lobby of the main office building at CityScape, this progressive and urban fitness club is the … [More]
Client Appreciation: Give the Gift
A sign that times are changing is that client gifts are back and in a big way. Retailers are reporting increased activity, so get on it and show some appreciation. Here are some top gift ideas for this holiday season. Charity of Choice Give the gift of charity with JustGive.org. This e-card service can e-mail, print or direct mail a gift card to one’s client. Set the amount … [More]
Write-Off: Business Gadgets
Here are some great, new, innovative gadgets that can be written off. iTwin Multi iTwin allows users to access files remotely and collaborate with other people without trusting data to cloud services like Dropbox. This splittable USB device lets a computer access another system’s files once the two halves are plugged into two Web-connected machines. iTwin uses … [More]
The Season Ticket
Companies purchase season tickets and use them to please, impress or thank clients, associates, staff and/or family and friends. The season ticket is an asset that was once a standard option for a corporation and has quickly become an asset for small businesses as well — especially in the Valley. Supporting our local arts and cultural organizations and sports teams is a benefit … [More]
Accounting for It
Businesses look to accounting software to do the day-to-day bookkeeping, budgeting and billing. Here are some easy-to-learn programs that include features for businesses of all sizes and types: Sage 50 2013 This software is easy to learn and provides good quality support for users. For 2013, there are no significant improvements, but reporting and analysis features have … [More]
Taking Time to Recharge
Building business is the name of the game, but, as in any competition, it is important to stay fit and recharge for peak performance. So get away to relax and enjoy, whether in town or at a travel destination. Here are some summer packages that are available last minute: On-the-town Urban — San Francisco The Fairmont Heritage Place is the residential-style hotel … [More]
