Whether you are a Startup or an established small business a well run office is critical to the health and culture of the business. As in these types of businesses, wearing many hats is a given but with the simple hacks I’ve noted below you’ll run a smooth operation:
- Say no to Apple’s (5-10%) discount! Consider comparison shopping on BestBuy, Walmart, Newegg and Amazon. (I found Amazon to have the best deal most of the time).
- Create a visual office supplies inventory system. See how to create one here
- Develop HR templates for every possible scenario or activity (e.g., new hire email, potential hire interview request, harassment complaint form, et cetera.)
- Invest in an external hard-drive/USB to back up all your data and make sure you keep it in a fire/water proof box.
- Label and organize all office supplies and periodically review with team where all items are kept.
- Create different calendars with tiers, Tier 1 Calendar (Critical Meetings includes office and client meetings), Tier 2 (Office/HR related notices, such as, deliveries), and Tier 3 (PTO requests).
- Actively record all office assets with their skus, model, upc, location and employee information in an Excel sheet.
- If your office offers snacks and beverages, buying bulk is the way to go. Amazon and Ebay are your best bet!
- If your company uses Quickbooks online, utilize the recurring transactions feature to automate fixed invoices and bills.
- Deposit at the office! Ask your bank if they offer a check scanner as this will reduce the time it takes for you to deposit checks as you will be able to do it right from the office!
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