USM Studios Reviews Why It Is Important to Put the Customer First

The customer is always right. The customer comes first. These are the mantras successful businesses never forget and employ every day. USM Studios reviews why it is important to put the customer first.

The first rule of business is to know the customer. This means that the people working for a company should know who that customer is, what they want or what they need. If employees don’t know this, how can they sell your business’ products or services successfully?

Incorporate customer feedback into the business strategy.  There is no one else who will offer suggestions about how it looks and works. Listen to what’s being said and discuss how to improve it. When customers feel appreciated, they tend to be more loyal to the company.

Training is a valuable tool. If salespeople are given minimal training, it reflects on the company, brand, product or service.  The first impression customers get is the lasting impression. Make the initial impression the best one possible by arming front line staff with all the facts and details they need to impress the customer.

Upper management should step in when needed. USM Studios notes that when a VP or other leader is involved, customers feel valued. When customers know a VP is willing to work with them, they do not forget.  If upper management is never available when there is an issue to be resolved, customers may bolt. Step in when asked and support both the customer and the employee.

Put customers first at all times because they contribute to revenue growth, and often spread the word if treated right.

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USM Studios – May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Good mental health is something we all want. Yet, so many people struggle with it. USM Studios takes a few moments to make readers aware that May is Mental Health Awareness Month and how it affects workers and offices.

Almost one in five people experience a diagnosable mental health problem in the last year, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.  A good many of these people struggle with depression, anxiety, or other mental illnesses – and no one knows it. Another survey by Buck Consultants at Xerox found that 84% of employers report they feel they have a responsibility to provide a positive work environment that promotes mental well-being. Yet, many fall short of this wieldy goal.

Employees work better in an office environment where co-workers trust each other and management is honest and engaged with the staff. Work performance suffers when the workforce is stressed. Their mental well-being suffers and so does productivity. USM Studios suggests that both employers and employees use the remaining days in May to find ways to improve office mental health. Maybe this means a company picnic, allowing an extra paid day off,  or permitting staff who sit all the day the chance to go outside for 15 minutes. It all benefits. Make time for it.

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USM Studios Offers Tip to Boost Productivity

Anyone can become stagnant in a job. When that happens productivity drops. USM Studios offers suggestions about how to boost productivity.

Nothing works better to boost productivity than a change of work environment. Whether this means working from home a day or two per week, or changing the decoration in an office, something new is always a good boost. It can change an attitude and reignite motivation.

Break up everyday routines. Familiarity feels safe, but by shaking up normal routines, some people may find they get more done, or produce results.

USM Studios, Inc. also suggests adding some healthy changes to daily life. Take a brisk walk during the day. Eat a more satisfying meal. Drink water instead of soda. Get away from florescent lighting when you can on breaks.

Be honest and authentic to everyone. Let those who work with you and for you see your true, honest, hard-working self. Positivity and productivity are infectious. A successful business is built on trust and good relationships.

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USM Studios on When the Start Your Own Business

It is an American dream to want to start your own business. But when to start it is not often asked or answered. USM Studios relays some questions and answers to consider before becoming your own boss.

Despite advice offered online, the best time to start your own business is when you know what kind of business you want to own and operate.

• Ask yourself if you want to buy an existing business, buy a franchise or start a brand new one from scratch. Most people already know the answer to that question.
• Will the physical location for it be already in existence? Is there a lease to take over?  The expenses for taking over a lease or deed in place can be high. Factor in insurance and utilities also.
• Will the start-up company you want to open be based from home? This is a good option for starting a business and running it part-time until it becomes ready to go full-time.
• How much money does one need to save before starting a company? This all depends on when, where and how the business owner decides to start their new venture. The best rule of thumb is to have at least a few months of living expenses saved to tide you over.

There is no real “best time” to start your own business. But most professionals would agree that running a successful company is more than just keeping the doors --- physical or virtual – open. It takes strategic planning

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How to Find a Niche Market from USM Studios

It is Small Business Week in the United States. USM Studios relays some tips for finding a niche market for your small business.

Small businesses can corner the market if they stick to one or two specialized fields. Note the advantages below of refining the areas of expertise and of refining the customer base:

• Standing apart from competitors
• Focuses marketing efforts
• Adds credibility
• Allows for price increases when needed without harming the brand

When a small business has a defined style, it is easier for prospective clients and customers to reach them. A company that is highly focused on their niche industry will find it easier to grow in size, credibility and in revenue. Consider streamlining the business on demographics, industry, knowledge and experience. USM Studios Inc. believes these can help small business owners take better control of some aspects which can get out of control later. Once the business loses definition, it is challenging to find it again and regain the momentum it had before.

Finding a niche industry or market may not be that difficult since most new business owners already know where they want to position the company.  Here are a few suggestions to get started: search social sites for the specific industry and trade associations to engage with, create one landing page on the company’s website to specifically use for the niche category. Stay active on the web and in local organizations which cater to the chosen niche market.

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USM Studios Offers Suggestions for Protecting Your Brand

Branding is a relatively keyword being used for everything from personal online information to major U.S. corporations.  Follow the suggestions from USM Studios below to be sure your brand is clean on the Internet.

Personal branding is a having a good reputation online. Job applicants are aware of this since most human resource professionals are required to search Google for the applicant’s name and report what is posted. Companies know the importance of branding too. A good keyword search for the business name, product or service is paramount to gaining new customers and clients. One bad result can mean less revenue. Below are some suggestions for protecting your brand:

Continually add positive content on social media sites and company webpages. Content should relate to the product or service and be relatable.

Find your niche and start blogging about it. Photographers and graphic designers may want to consider social sites such as Pinterest and Instagram. Both give the user a popular platform to show off their work. Writers can create their own blog posts on LinkedIn, Weebly or Wordpress.

Always use the same author name on all blog and social sites. The same rule applies to businesses and their commodities. Share social posts across the web.

USM Studios, Inc. notes that a strong online presence is essential to growing business. Protecting your personal brand is paramount to keeping the public in the know about what you or your company is doing.

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