As the Great White North goes into its second month of shutdown, keeping wee-ones entertained is paramount for all parents. From aquarium tours to virtual ballet classes, here are some of our top suggestions to keep your children learning, having fun and most importantly, occupied. National Ballet of CanadaIs there a tutu-clad star twiddling their… Read more
Ten Quarantine Reads From A Yelp Book Nerd
Oh, hi there. Are you sitting around, not doing much of anything? Tired of non-stop social media (but definitely not Yelp)? You should read. Like, actual books. We know times are hard, so we wanted to make it really easy for you to get started. Here’s a list of some of the best food and… Read more
Insights and advice from Black-owned businesses
Black History Month is a wrap, but the influence that Black-owned businesses have on our communities carries on throughout the year. We checked in with successful Black-owned businesses across the country—from juices and gourmet goods in Brooklyn to lashes and beauty in Charleston—and compiled some of our favorite business insights, advice, and stories. Who they… Read more
How to write a great business description for social media and review sites
Whether you’re an online company or you’re using the web to market your offline business, you’re going to need a great business description for your own website—as well as for social media and review sites. A meaningful and memorable business description can change how customers perceive your brand—both online and in real life. But sitting… Read more
Easy and inexpensive employee perks to motivate your staff
The personal mantra of CEO, author, and renowned coach Camille Preston is one we can all aspire to: “I want to do work that I love, from places I love, and with people I enjoy.” For business owners and managers, the question is: How does your work environment stack up with that aspiration—for yourself and… Read more
Eleven of the best food photography tips
Ever since Instagram came onto the scene, people have become obsessed with food photography. We all have to eat, but gorgeous photos of food transform an everyday activity into an enviable experience—and a feast for the eyes. Food photos create memories for the people taking them and aspiration for the rest of us. It’s also… Read more
How To Tell If A New Customer Is From Yelp
You just got a brand new customer from Yelp – congrats! All of the hard work you’ve been putting in both on and offline to grow your business has begun to pay off. Taking a step back, how are you measuring your efforts? How do you know what is working for you and what isn’t?… Read more