9 Make Or Break Tools For Your Business Process

There are times when handling your business can be very overwhelming! You need
to organize, collaborate, send transfer funds, a central place to store all the
data (among many others). While the whole process can be a grueling task, there
are tools that you can use online to make it easier.




If you’ve just about had it
with organizing the whole team/process of selling your books, then these tools
will help change all of that...




1. Dropbox for File Storage

A thorough website
contains hundreds of pages, which often hold images, audio and video files, and
HTML indices for which you'll need back-up solutions. When your server
companies cannot support the ever-growing nature of your site, try Dropbox as a
way to keep those crucial elements saved. Several SEO Brisbane companies use it
because of how their infrastructure supports immense amounts of information, so
that when you are running low on space, you can rest assured there is at least
one other way to grow your site securely.




2. Paypal for Easy Transfer of Funds

Paypal is just one
third-party service that enables easy transfer of funds from clients directly
to you. By charging a flat rate per transaction, it saves you time and money
and reduces the number of clicks per sale. Paypal has also set a high mark for
fund transfer service, and its competitors may offer a variety of options for
smaller and larger businesses looking for alternatives.




3. GoToMeeting For Webinars and Conference Calls

The potential for
partnerships and information exchange has increased exponentially since the
advent of the internet. The days of expensive flights and hotel travel are long
gone, and services like GoToMeeting are the proof that you don't need to be in
a physical location to make an impression. Whether you need to train a new
employee off-site or take in a new demo from a leading online instructor,
teleconference software is a great solution for online business practice.








4. WorkFlowy For Planning

There is nothing
more daunting than planning all aspects of a complex business and keeping
abreast of all the changes that occur daily. Workflowy offers a simple user
interface for creating basic plans and outlines and travels well with your Smartphone
or tablet. Try this new software when your Outlook calendar is overbooked and
there aren't enough reminders to keep you on track.




5. Google Docs and Drive

The Google cloud has
Dropbox beat in one crucial way: live collaboration and editing. While Google
Drive tends to have limited storage space for larger files (audio and video),
it is unrivaled in terms of allowing multiple users to view, edit and share
documents. Next time you need a spreadsheet updated, but have no time to
download a file, edit and re-send, simply share it with a colleague, enable the
'Can Edit' function and check back later. It saves time and endless
correspondence by keeping one live version of a document for all to see.




6. Social Media Manager (Hootsuite, Alternion, etc.)

Managing multiple
accounts and passwords is not only a test of even the best memory, it also
presents a huge security risk as marketers attempt to remember several
passwords for several sites. Rather than resigning yourself to the use of common passwords,
use a social media manager like Hootsuite to post your latest news across all
platforms. It will save time typing, copying and pasting and allow you to view
each network simultaneously for relevant updates and replies.




7. HelpScout/Sifter

Keep your support
process simple with helpdesk software. Programs like HelpScout and Sifter turn
problems into compact help tickets and route them to the proper troubleshooting
staffers. This way, you can focus time on user support and relegate glitches to
one area that is easily traceable.




8. Google Analytics

Another Google
masterpiece that is free and easy to use is their Analytics interface. It
breaks down all important site metrics into comprehensible lists and charts so
you can view every element of your site in isolation. Check how often users
leave with Bounce Rate stats; use the Analytics homepage to view the average
time-on-site for your users; view the regions where your traffic is highest.
The list goes on. Although many paid metrics services offer detailed analysis
of this information, some Fortune 500 giants use Google exclusively and it's
easy to see why after a few cycles with it. 









9. Email Software (TextExpander, MailChimp)

Most authors with websites want
to keep in close contact with their readers, inform them of the latest
products and deals and assert their brand presence outside of the homepage. Use
an email software program like MailChimp or ConstantContact to save time and
effort, track responses and store large lists of contacts.




Their simple HTML
and CSS templates tend to follow a one-size-fits-all philosophy, and still
allow users to upload unique brand logos and color palettes. More importantly,
you can use in-depth reports to find out how often users open your email and
what offers entice people to click right to your page. Every business needs a
town crier and email software is that virtual answer.




Trust me these tools will do
you wonders if you’re having a hard time in coping with all the tasks that
you need to do and organizing your business. Then these tools will see you
through it.




About the author: Drew Oakenfelt is an avid writer and business specialist who’s helped several SEO Brisbane companies
and authors boost their business.