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  • Step by step guide to creating a small business technology plan.  By : Eric Gurr
    The first step in creating a technology plan for your small business, or big business, is to understand clearly what you have now. The next step is to decide where you want to go.
  • Seven Sources of Funding Your Business  By : Massomeh
    This article enumerates the different ways of acquiring Capital for you business.
  • Why Do Small Businesses Fail  By : Chris Stirling
    Starting a small business is always risky, and the chance of success is slim. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, over 50% of small businesses fail in the first year and 90% fail within the first five years. Find out why
  • 3 Attitudes That Can Be Fatal to Your Small Business Success  By : Tony Mase
    If you have a small business, or if you're considering starting one, online or offline, home-based or otherwise, there are three deadly attitudes that could be standing directly between you and the success of your small business. As a matter of fact, any one of these three deadly attitudes, in and of itself, could prove fatal to your small business. Combined, they could well be its kiss of death. In this article, you'll discover what they are.
  • 7 Key Tactics For The Small Business Owner  By : Allyn
    For most folks, owning your own business is a dream come true. The freedom of being your own boss and succeeding to the best of your ability are facts of life for the small business owner.
  • A few ways to boost your productivity  By : Centrix-Coach
    If you’re looking for a way to increase your productivity while you’re working on your computer there are plenty of things you can do. Here are a few of my favorites:
  • 10 things get you up and running  By : Centrix-Coach
    1. Make a 5 year committment to building your network marketing business with your current company.
    2. Make a list of everyone you know and don't pre-judge anybody. The people who you think will explode your business many times won't even look at your presentation. The people who you think won't give you the time of day many times will be the ones that explode your business. Expose the business to everyone that you know.
  • Strategic Importance of Business Plans in Today's Technological Driven Marketplace  By : Shaun Stevens
    Business Plans are more important than ever in today's technologically driven internet driven marketplace for your success.
    There are essentially only three central tenets that are a part of business plans:
    1. A focus on speed in all of its manifestations
    2. The integration of the Web into the core of what the company does
    3. A focus on how the company adds value for its customers
    The old adage never fir better " Plan Your Work and Workd Your Plan"
    To not plan is to severly limit your options and encourage disaster for yourself.
  • 6 Ways To Fund Your New Business  By : Tim Knox
    Here are a few of the most common ways to finance a new business. All methods have pros and cons and some (or most) may not work for a specific situation. In any case one must always thoroughly investigate the ups and downs of any new venture before jumping in it with both feet.
  • THE ENTREPRENEURIAL POTENTIAL QUIZ  By : Bill Piker
    The 25 questions in this quiz are designed to measure competi­tiveness, self-reliance, patience, emotional stability, flexibility, objectivity, and other important entrepreneurial traits. When you've finished, you can total your score to see how you might fare as a business owner
  • Are You Ready to Own Your Own E-Commerce Business ?  By : Bill Piker
    Starting a business is exciting and nerve-wracking. It will be one of the biggest investments you'll make during your lifetime. Not just financially, but emotionally as well. Doing it right will mean taking on a lot of responsibilities and making a lot of sacrifices. It will also mean working harder than you ever have before.
    ARE YOU READY TO RUN YOUR OWN E-Commerce BUSINESS
    If you are seriously considering a change of careers and considerating starting an E-Business you should consider carefully a number of factors and questions of yourself .
    Business ownership especially E-Commerce is not for everyone. If you don't have the right skills, personality, and commitment to operate a business, you'll be in trouble before you make your first sale. So before you begin planning your E-Commerce business, you need to take a hard look at yourself, your family, and your finances, and give honest answers to some very important questions.
  • Women Entrepreneurs Prove It’s Not Just A Man’s World  By : Tim Knox
    Women are increasingly more active in starting new businesses. Top growth of their businesses indicates skills that are noteworthy for other women and men.
  • My 5 Second Rule for Small Business Owners  By : Jim Degerstrom
    Advice for introducing your product or service in person or online
  • Operator Error Is Why Most Businesses Fail  By : Tim Knox
    This is the column that probably gets me kicked out of the entrepreneurial chapter of the Priory of Scion. I look silly in those long robes anyway, so here goes. A thousand apologies to my entrepreneurial brothers and sisters, but. I think the more important question is: do businesses fail or does the entrepreneur in charge of them fail? I have to be honest and tell you that I think most business failures must be laid at the feet of the person in charge.
  • Your Internet Business and the Law  By : Stephen Wright.
    Ownership of an internet business website can be a legal nightmare. To protect yourself, you need to be aware of a few basic issues and requirements. This article provides a few suggestions for covering these issues.
  • Overcome Writer's Block to Create New Articles Faster  By : Jim Degerstrom
    It's easy to come up with an idea-a-minute instead of spending late nights in tears with writer's block.
  • Dealing With Customer Complaints - B.L.A.S.T  By : Albert Barneto
    In a restaurant, not so far away, in the not so distant future, a telephone rings, a customer complains... and the battle begins!

    Handling customer complaints doesn't have to always be a battle, with the right tools and responses you can use complaints to your advantage; to help you build your business. B.L.A.S.T is a great tool that is used by companies such as Yum! (Parent company of KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, A&W, and Long John Silvers). Training their employees in the basics of handling customer complaints.
  • Hiring Talent: Michael Jordan vs. Myself  By : Albert Barneto
    Hiring for "Signature Service"

    The importance of hiring natural talent to be the face of your restaurant and the process of hiring employees that are passionate about service.
  • How To Immediately Make Money As An Expert In Your Own Field  By : Timi Ogunjobi
    It is not necessary for you to have owned or operated a successful business to become a successful consultant. Nor is it imperative that you have been in management or have held a titled position. You will, however, need the ability to sell yourself, and an up-to-date understanding of the area in which you intend to assist others.
  • How to Lead a Small Business Enterprise Strategically - Nu Leadership Series  By : Daryl G.
    Examine how small businesses can use strategic thinking as a competitive advantage in the marketplace.


    Nu Leadership is a column that explores the changing workforce and social environment as it relates to leadership development.
  • To Entrepreneurs Who Want To Set And Achieve Clear Goals But Can't Get Started  By : Matt Zembruski
    For business owners who truly want to be "on purpose" for success and take their business to the next level, I define "clarity" as follows: Clarity is determining exactly what results you want to achieve and when you want to achieve them. Can you answer these 5 simple questions?
  • Dealing With Contractors Teaches Valuable Lessons About Business  By : Tim Knox
    The experience of dealing with contractors and other entrepreneurs is an interesting one as it highlights some key business issues. Planning, scheduling, customer satisfaction and accurate budgeting are just some of the things that play an important role in ensuring a successfull business.
  • How to Effectively Grow Your Small Business Globally - Nu Leadership Series  By : Daryl G.
    Explore the issues associated with expanding your small business globally. Learn about virtual organizations. Learn how to think strategically about your small business.

    Nu Leadership is a column that explores the changing workforce and social environment as it relates to leadership development.
  • Don’t mess with Mr. In-between!  By : Joe Myna
    One minute your thoughts are set on positive, you are convinced of your natural skills, your square-jawed determination to succeed, to prevail against all odds.
  • Presentation and First Impressions can be Everything in the Success of Your Home Office Business  By : Stoney Mountain
    Presentation and First Impressions can be everything in determining the success of your home based business.
    The role is often unappreciated in "the mix".
    How else can a potential customer or business partner judge elsewise.
    Even the choice of paper for your home office Laser printer can have a vital impact.
  • Great Part-time Business Ideas For Students  By : Anwar Ahmed Ally
    Hey students, here’s some great part-time small business ideas to make you some extra cash. You don’t have to be penniless anymore or bother Mom and Dad every time you need some money.
  • Is Your Networking Working?  By : Audrey Burton
    You need to know whether your networking is working or not. If it is not working, do you know why? Is it them or is it you? Read this article to find out!
  • Small Business Legal Mistakes to Avoid  By : Vlad Ehrsam
    If you’re a small business owner who knows little about the legalities involved with running a small business you’re not alone. The Small Business Association recommends that small business owners take one if not several legal classes in order to familiarize themselves with potential legal issues. Not knowing where you stand in certain legal matters can leave you at a serious disadvantage. Get to know your rights so you can make smart business decisions.
  • The 5 Hiring Best Practices For Every Small Business  By : Grant D. Robinson
    The number one most costly issue for small business owners today is “low productivity” followed closely by “selecting employees.” This article presents the five hiring best practices used by most of the Fortune 500. By incorporating these practices into their own hiring process, small business owners will eliminate the two most costly business issues.
  • An Overnight Success (that took years to achieve)  By : David Hooper
    What can we learn about the success of one of the most talented musical groups that will impact our business big time.
  • Another Turnkey Online Business Disaster Report  By : Jim Degerstrom
    This is an excerpt from an emailed reply to a small business client who lost more than $10,000 making poor choices buying several online turnkey websites. Read between the lines for important advice to help you avoid this costly mistake.
  • Speaking On Your Feet  By : David T.
    Your ability to communicate effectively will account for most of your success in life. As we move farther into the communication age, we are becoming more and more dependant on being able to communicate ...
  • New Year's Resolutions, "The Word" and a Small Business Retreat  By : Sandra P. Martini
    Do you spend so much time working IN your business that you never work ON your business? The corporate world knows the value of taking time out to assess what is going right, what is going wrong and what just plain isn’t going anywhere. It is critical to take time out to plan for the upcoming time period, be it a year, or even a long-term goal. Otherwise, how can you get where you want to be if you don’t know where that is?
  • Small Business Rewards - Luck Or Hard Labour?  By : ove nordkvist
    Does magical small business ideas exist? Or do you have to work for the money?
  • 9 Must Follows for Cash Flow  By : Adam J. Heist
    Money is the blood line of any business. It is a fact that over 90% of businesses go out of business within the first year and the reason is inadequate cash flow.
  • Webmaster and Small Business Resolutions  By : Sharon Housley
    Experts suggest that people should make lifestyle changes rather than resolutions. I am a bit more pragmatic. Tackle a task you know that you can succeed at. Do not bite off more than you can chew, and you will be one of the few who manages to keep their resolutions. Here are a few suggested resolutions for webmasters and small business owners:
  • What Can American Idol Teach You About Business?  By : Tim Knox
    Here are some tips for entrepreneur that can help them to achieve their dreams and be successful in business.
  • What is a Lifestyle Entrepreneur?  By : Marius
    SUMMARY
    There is a growing group of people who have quit the mainstream work-a-job situation. Instead of focusing on their future lack and needs, they focus on who they really are, do the things they do and are grateful to accept money and happiness as a logical result. Be-do-Have principle!
  • Lifestyle Entrepreneurs - Statistics for Next Generation Leaders  By : Marius
    The Lifestyle Entrepreneur business is growing faster than ever before it seems. If you are ready to explore opportunities outside your current job-situation, the time to get started has never been better. Get the latest statistics and trends to obtain the full picture.
  • Your Small Business Can Easily Stand Up And Compete With The Big Ones  By : wendy hearn
    There is often a feeling that it’s harder for the small business to compete with the big businesses. However there are many benefits in choosing a small company.
  • Do You Want Fries With That Management Style?  By : Tim Knox
    The environment of any workplace is highly dependant on the type of manager and his/her management style. This article describes some of these management approaches.
  • The Five Stages of Change for Small Business Owners  By : Susan L Reid
    If you are contemplating the changes that will occur by becoming a small business owner, it will be helpful for you to have a bird’s eye view of where you are along the continuum. If you are a small business coach working with clients who are in the process of starting up their own businesses, it will be good for you to have a way to determine which stage of change they are in so you can plan an effective start up coaching strategy.
  • The Tortoise and the Hare Model for Successful Small Business Start Ups  By : Susan L Reid
    Getting out to an early start may seem like the thing to do, yet, the moral of The Tortoise and the Hare is that slow and steady wins the race. Though by taking the best from both the tortoise and the hare ensures that slow and steady will win the race, while high-octane speed and adaptability will set the pace.
  • The Eight Best Franchise Opportunities of 2006  By : Franchise Fetch
    Wondering what franchises provide the best business opportunities? The results are in for 2006’s best franchise businesses. Check here to see if your favorite franchise made the list!
  • Don’t Let Your Small Business Destroy Your Life  By : Frank Martinez
    It is the peculiar nature of small business ventures to make you obsessed with them, if you are not careful. Your health and personal life may suffer because of your obsession with your business.
  • Small Business Guide to Equipment Leasing  By : Razvan Jr.
    The Small Business Guide to Equipment Leasing explains the benefits of leasing equipment and why 80% of U.S based businesses lease their company equipment as opposed to buying. These benefits cover how leasing helps businesses improve their financing either by saving money or making more money for their company.
  • Why Do Entrepreneurs Need Professional Advice  By : Makabongwe Maseko
    So as an entrepreneur you definitely need some good advice for your business. You can get so much possible opportunities and advice above your imagination.
  • What’s Stopping You From Starting Your Own Small Business?  By : Tim Knox
    Some people simply don't have what it takes to start your own business. Others just need a bit of kicking to jumpstart them.
  • The ingredients for a successful business plan  By : Maxim Garanichev
    Running your own business can be very rewarding however it is certainly challenging too. You'll find yourself working long hard hours and making difficult decisions day in day out, so it is definitely not an easy option. A heavy dose of realism and plenty of research is a must before you take that first step and approach your bank manager for finance.
  • Corporate Image and Print Strategy  By : Jim Degerstrom
    Realistic goals for each of your printed marketing materials should be considered before trying to fit your company history on the back of a business card.

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