Small businesses around the world are growing optimistic. They are adding more employees. They are increasing their customer base. They are enjoying profits. Much of this has been made possible because of technology. Technology has allowed small businesses to stand on almost the same platform as big businesses.

If you’re planning to set up your small business or already have one, you can give big business a run of their money by adopting and utilizing the right gadgets:

Laptop

This is the single most important gadget when it comes to running your small business. Even for personal use, people are now opting for laptops compared to desktops. That’s mainly because laptops offer mobility to their owners. You can take your Laptop to your next meeting, or catch up on work while enjoying a coffee at the café down the lane.

When buying a laptop, consider your needs. When you go shopping for laptops, you might find yourself confused. There are too many features and brands. Ask your entrepreneur friends for a recommendation. Figure out your range. Get a laptop with good RAM and storage to ensure smooth running. Find something that’s sleek, slim and you!

Always remember to be extra careful when it comes to adding your personal and financial information on your laptop. If you suspect fraudulent financial activity on your credit card, you can always go for credit monitoring at Crediful.

Camera

Everything is visual these days! Even if you are planning on a service based company, you will need a Camera. Awe your audience. Inspire them with beautiful pictures. Pictures of your company, even behind-the-scenes pictures, will help you tell your story. With a good camera, you can take some aesthetically pleasing photos.

When buying a camera, you need to know your own expertise with a camera. If you can handle a digital SLR, that’s the best. With a DSLR, you can take pictures with great depth and amazing picture quality. If you are no budding photographer, you can invest in a good quality digital camera with a pixel quality of above 24MP.

Printer plus Scanner

Even when everything is going digital, there still things that we need on paper. These could be anything from legal contracts to packaging samples. Printing your important work can save you a lot of stress and improve productivity. Plus, there’s nothing more satisfying than seeing things on paper.

You don’t have to invest in a high performing gadget when it comes to printers. A simple one will do. A printer that offers complimentary options like scanning and photocopying will also be beneficial along the way. Look for reviews before buying a printer.

Portable Projector

A portable projector can come into handy if you plan on creating a team, or giving lots of presentations. As more businesses are downsizing or opening up home offices, projectors aren’t always available. With your portable projector, you can handle every meeting with ease and confidence.

When buying a projector, look for one that is wireless and offers a high resolution, preferably around 1280-pixels. This will make your presentation clear and presentable.

Power Bank

With a small business, at home, there’s a big chance that you will be always on the go. Meeting with clients or employees. This means your gadgets will spend a lot of time away from their chargers. Ending up with low or zero battery is the last thing you would want to happen to you in the middle of an important meeting.

That’s where a power bank is going to save you. A portable power bank will help you charge your devices while you are on the go. Look for a multiple purpose power bank that will charge your cell phones, your laptop, your tablets, your cameras and much more. Find out if you can use it in your car and whether it supports fast charging.

USB Flash Drive

I can’t tell you how many times I have lost important data because my laptop was taken over by viruses or malware. I spend days agonizing over the lost data. I’ve grown smarter since then.

Buy a USB flash drive to store all your important data in one place. Look for a drive that offers a lot of data storage, around 256 GB of space.

Digital Assistant

Running a business isn’t easy. As a small business, you don’t have access to the same support as a big business. There will be times that you will get an assistant to keep track of your work and schedule. Now, small businesses have the advantage of getting their own digital assistants at very reasonable prices.

You probably have heard of Alexa, Siri or Cortana. These digital assistants will unburden a lot of your work. This includes making calls, setting up business meetings, doing business research, ordering supplies and more. Activate these assistants and start making use of them from today! Connect them with your smart devices at home to achieve even better productivity and efficiency.

Headset

You are probably wondering why you will need a headset for business. There are times when while working, I turn on the music for a little dose of energy. I also usually listen to motivational and informative podcasts through my headsets. And most importantly, headsets will help you conduct Skype meetings without any difficulty.

We also recommend getting a coffee maker. You are going to need one!

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