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A Little Hobby Or Big Business

January 5th, 2009 · No Comments

By M. Violetto
Many people dream of owning their own business, being their own boss and making their own rules. It is the true spirit of the entrepreneur that spurs on even the most tentative investor, when the decision is made to purchase a business, whether a start up or part of a franchise system.
Thrust forward [...]

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Tags: Entrepreneurs · Organization · Strategy

The ABC’s of Small Business Taxes: Why is Choice of Entity So Important?

January 2nd, 2009 · No Comments

This article is written by Wayne M Davies
The typical sole proprietor trying to find legal tax reduction strategies is faced with a daunting task. Our tax code is so complex, how can you even begin to unravel all the convoluted rules and regulations?
Just how complicated is the tax code? Consider this: Back [...]

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Tags: Organization · Strategy

Build Buzz for your Business

December 22nd, 2008 · No Comments

By Marisa D’Vari’s
Imagine yourself jetting home from a popular conference, with colleagues and potential clients all around you. Now, feel yourself swell with pride as you see them open the Wall Street Journal or the In Flight magazine and read a business article you have bylined.
Articles are an excellent way to reach and impress [...]

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Tags: Building Sales · Strategy

Turning Your Business Dreams Into Reality: Dealing with The Oppressor

December 21st, 2008 · No Comments

This article is written by Susan L Reid
Are you someone who has struggled with success all your life?
If you’ve been struggling with success much of your life, then you know what it’s like to feel all lit-up from the inside one minute and then deflated the next. If struggle has become synonymous with success, [...]

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Tags: Entrepreneurs · Strategy

Small Business Advice on Getting Referrals

December 18th, 2008 · No Comments

This article is written by Allison Babb

One of my subscribers recently asked the question of how to get a steady stream of referrals. Great question and one that more business owners should be asking as referrals are a powerful source of new business.
Referrals are powerful because when someone speaks positively about your business, it [...]

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Tags: Building Sales · Entrepreneurs · Strategy

How to Avoid Self Sabotage

December 17th, 2008 · No Comments

This article is written by Drew Stevens
With the conclusion of the year, holiday stress, and economic pendulum swings, it is very easy to self-sabotage.
Statistics prove that internal stress is the key factor in self-sabotage. More important, we sabotage because we focus on negative aspects; we focus on failure. Research shows that individuals have a fear [...]

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Tags: Entrepreneurs · Strategy · Training and Coaching

The Signs Your Business May Be Lacking Entrepreneurialism

December 15th, 2008 · No Comments

This article is written by: Naz Daud
Is your business heading places? Many companies are too focused on their day-to-day operations and office politics to consider their businesses DNA. This article will help your business identify the signs that you’re lacking in entrepreneurialism, and it should also give you ideas on how you can inject this [...]

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Tags: Entrepreneurs · Strategy

More Ways To Make Your Business “Greener”

December 12th, 2008 · No Comments

by: Sherry Holub
“Going green” is one trend we’re happy to see becoming more and more popular. Even if you are still uncertain about global warming, practices that can make your business greener can also save on your bottom line.
Here are more simple ways your business can help lessen the impact on the environment and [...]

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Tags: Entrepreneurs · Location Advice · Strategy

Practical Ways to Joint Venture

December 10th, 2008 · No Comments

by Christian Fea
Business owners have to be creative when it comes to cost effective ways to promote a product or service. Advertising has its place, but it’s critical for any marketing or advertising effort to have a return on it’s investment.
Joint ventures are an effective and low-cost way to market your business and increase profit.
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Tags: Entrepreneurs · Strategy

Heaven Can Wait–But Your Business Strategy Can’t

December 4th, 2008 · No Comments

by Curtis Bingham
I recently noticed a flashing warning indicator on my car’s instrument panel telling me that it was time service my brakes. I thought, “I’ll call tomorrow when I have more time.” Tomorrow turned into next month… and then the grinding started. When I finally got the brakes repaired, the repair bill was [...]

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Tags: Business Plans · Strategy