Starting a Small Business? ?Tips from a Veteran
Congratulations, you are starting a small business! You are taking charge and going for your piece of the American dream! Your excitement is high, and the adrenaline is pumping! Everyone dreams of freedom and owning a successful business, but not everyone can successfully create that reality. Now that you've made... Read More
Virtual Assistant ? Questions Answered
What is a Virtual Assistant?A Virtual Assistant is a person or persons with whom businesses and individuals outsource administrative and technical tasks. Virtual Assistants work from their home office. Virtual Assistants are entrepreneurs. A Virtual Assistant is a qualified, skilled individual who makes your business their business.Why should I outsource... Read More
So You Don?t Believe in Outsourcing
Entrepreneurs are hardy stock. But sometimes hardiness can get you into trouble.Especially when you're over committed and could use a little help.All too often, new business owners decide they don't need to hire any outside services. You know how it goes?."I can do this myself. How tough can it be?... Read More
North County San Diego Small Business
North County San Diego has had some significant growth, and it appears to be a wonderful place to run a business. It has a strong middle class upward bias and plenty of opportunity and employment. If you are thinking of a place to live near the California Coast some of... Read More
Do You Make These 7 Deadly Cash Flow Mistakes?
Managing cash flow is every small business owner's most important function. Avoid these seven deadly mistakes to make sure you aren't creating cash flow problems in your business.1. Using the "Fly By The Seat of Your Pants" Accounting Method.When tax time rolls around do you find yourself pawing through piles... Read More
Grants vs. Contracts
Commonly folks have asked me what the technical difference is between a contract and a grant. The difference is not about the dollar value or who the buying entity is nor the kind of work being done. Instead it is about the legal concept of default. In my eyes, the... Read More
11 Things Small Business Owners Can Learn From The Miracle On Ice
1. Know Where You're Going ? Coach Herb Brooks had a strategic plan for assembling the American team. Take time to determine the direction you want to take your small business, then put in place the action steps and players to accomplish your goals.2. Rise To The Occasion ? 13... Read More
Looking for a Business to Run in the New Revitalized Downtown Area?
Looking for a place to add a Quick Lube away from your Super Wal-Mart Competitor? Down Town Revitalization, Why You Should Be Part of Such a Committee.A study showed that within the next five years 20% of LOF- Lube, Oil and Filter Independent Owners said they had plans on adding... Read More
Cabinet Refacing Business Opportunities
With all the cabinet refacing business opportunities out there, you could have a home based business that grows in this expanding industry. You've wanted your own kitchen updated, or talked to friends and family who have put out thousands of dollars remodeling theirs. It is an industry that will expand... Read More
How Micro Loans Can Mean Macro Success for Your Business
"Inch by inch, row by row...that's the way my garden grows" was a favorite saying of my grandmother's -- usually when she was trying to teach me something about patience!While I never mastered the art of having patience, I have learned how that saying can apply to creating a successful... Read More
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Lubbock TX Good Market for a Service Business
We very much like what we see in Lubbock, TX... Read More
Small Business Operators - 7 Reasons You Should Change Your Accountant
A recent survey showed that only 28.7% of small business... Read More
Entrepreneurs Go Virtual!
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You bet it's worth it. Publicity via news releases, along... Read More
Business Checks are an Added Cost to Your Small Business - Try Making Them Yourself!
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On June 8, 2004, the world witnessed what no one... Read More
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Everyone is talking about small businesses. In 1993, when it... Read More
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My 16 year-old daughter said, "Gee Dad! You look just... Read More
How to Define Business Objectives
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What Is YOUR Value Proposition?
Every company has a value proposition. That is a statement... Read More
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Everyone loves a good story. Whether it's the story of... Read More
What Your Small Business Can Learn From The Doctor
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7 Card Tricks That Improve Your Personal Networking Power
CARD SHARK7 Card Tricks That Improve Your Personal Networking PowerThe... Read More
Boston Market; Mobile Auto Detailing
Boston itself covers 50 square miles of concrete and traffic,... Read More
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How far can you go based on your relationship with... Read More
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Auto Detailing: Maintaining A Commercial Carpet ExtractorYou should drain your... Read More
Making Direct Mail Work for Small Businesses
If you own a small business, then you know the... Read More
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Traditional advertising methods are still being used for almost 90%... Read More
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In today's economic climate, the first priority for the small... Read More
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Look Like Sizzle, Be The Steak
You've heard marketing and advertising gurus quip, "Sell the sizzle,... Read More
Top Ten Resolves for Building Your Business in 2005
1. Resolve to build a consistent network system.Since referrals are... Read More
Reverse Merger: Have They Taken the Reverse out of Reverse Merger?
Are the promoters and consultants destroying the market for Reverse... Read More
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Early in my career, I wrote an article for a... Read More
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When should you create a foundation in order to solidify... Read More
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It has been discussed allowing Franchising companies to electronically disclose... Read More
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Just when the entire state was kissing Wichita goodbye, economically... Read More
Window Cleaning Business Start Up
Should you buy a business opportunity or Franchise if you... Read More
Is Your Business Making Money?
Is your business making money? Would you know?Figuring out whether... Read More
1-2-3 Steps To A Successful Joint Venture
A successful joint venture marketing effort is the goal of... Read More
Money Series 1: Who Takes Your Money
Your business is making profits, but where is the cash?... Read More
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I propose this thought on the subject of Franchisee territory... Read More
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If you own a mobile service or home based franchise... Read More
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Is it right for you?If you decide to advertise your... Read More
Is Your Business Profitable?
What's your job profitability? Do you know?Many business owners are... Read More
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As a solo entrepreneur or small business owner, one of... Read More
Outsourcing ? A Positive Approach For Small Businesses
Outsourcing is the strategic use of outside resources to perform... Read More
Secrets to Washing Fleets of Trucks from a Nationwide Fleet Washing Service
Washing the exterior of a truck. Sounds easy right? Well,... Read More
The Hidden Treasure in Your Business
I started working with another new client last week. He... Read More
Knowledge is Power
Why does research and education play an important part of... Read More
Franchising in The Middle East There Will Bring Significant Opportunity for US Based Franchisors
As stability emerges in the Middle East there will be... Read More
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If you are looking for a franchise opportunity, the choice... Read More
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No matter type of business you operate you've got to... Read More
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This morning, I went to take a short walk outside.... Read More
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In your small business debt collection laws will eventually become... Read More
Take a Break - Have a Pity Party
Pity parties are nothing new. In fact, we do it... Read More
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Cash is King... That is what everyone tells us and... Read More
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Leveraging Business Relationships for more Profits
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