Archive for April, 2009
Thursday, April 30th, 2009
Emergency Preparedness in the Workplace
If you haven’t heard about the big swine flu outbreak within the past few days, then you likely live under a rock. Everyone (and by everyone I mean EVERYONE) is talking about it…constantly. Though this post doesn’t actually have anything to do with swine flu itself, swine flue does bring up the topic of emergency […]
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Wednesday, April 29th, 2009
Small Businesses Growing Optimistic in 2009
It seems like things are looking up for small business owners, at least according to some recent surveys. The real low point was near the end of 2008, experts say. Surveys taken last November and December showed confidence among small business owners at the lowest point since I can certainly remember. But since the onset […]
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Tuesday, April 28th, 2009
5 Marketing Mistakes to Avoid
Crafting the right marketing plan is important to the success of your small business. A carefully-devised plan will focus your attention on the exact goals that will bring you success. It will also help you pinpoint the best route for achieving those goals. Unfortunately common mistakes can occur that will make even the most carefully-crafted […]
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Monday, April 27th, 2009
Small Business Tip of the Week: Protecting Customer Data
Privacy is the single most important concern among customers when it comes to the collection of customer data, so be mindful of how you use their information. Using the information for the sole purpose of fattening profits is not something that customers appreciate, so use your customer data wisely. The best way to put your […]
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Friday, April 24th, 2009
Bunking Up with Your Business Partner
Having a business partner is a huge commitment, much like being in a serious relationship. You spend long days together, which typically include early mornings and incredibly late nights. Maintaining such a close relationship is integral to helping your business succeed. Many cash-strapped entrepreneurs, however, are choosing to take their business relationships to the logical […]
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Thursday, April 23rd, 2009
Finding and Hiring Employees in a Recession
Employees are the mechanism by which a business is able to run. If you want your business to run at a high caliber, then those employees need to also be of a high caliber. Having a company with good employees doesn’t just magically happen overnight, though. It requires you to meet their needs at the […]
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Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009
Staying Healthy on the Road
Keeping up with a healthy lifestyle while you’re away on business can seem nearly impossible. Eating out all the time, not getting any exercise and altering your sleeping patterns all have a huge impact on your well being, which in turn can also have an impact on your focus and ability to perform the best […]
No Comments » - Posted in Entrepreneurship, Small Business by Megan Dorn
Tuesday, April 21st, 2009
Social Media Marketing: Build Your Network, Your Reputation and Your Brand
This is a guest post by Zeke Camusio, founder of The Outsourcing Company.
Nowadays, everybody is talking about Social Media Marketing (SMM) and how great it is for promoting a business. The truth is, most people are really confused about SMM, and they feel very frustrated because they want to take advantage of it but just don’t […]
