Archive for the 'Small Business' Category

3 Killer Business Planning Principles… Background, Detail, and Conservatism… Must Read!

by Adolf AgbormbaiBusiness planning is one of the most critical steps to online or offline business success. It is so much easier to work from a well researched and well conceived blueprint, when running a business, than it is to work without direction. When you work from the air, without any guidance or sense of […]

Are you heading for financial ruin?

by Aisha Jones ScheffelA while ago, I drove all the way to Northern California to see the movie Sex and the City with my best friend. Without giving away the plot, one of the many lessons of the movie, was when to make decisions based on emotion and when to make them based on logic. […]

3 Explosive Principles of Business Planning… Your Business Will Fail If You Violate Them

by Adolf AgbormbaiBusiness planning is a fundamental part of starting and running a successful online or offline business. A business plan is a strategic document that manifests the principle of thinking before acting. As a strategic document it details the long term plan to be followed, covering a period of 3-5 years. A business plan […]

12 Deadly Principles of Business Planning. You Must Know These

by Adolf AgbormbaiWhether you are running, or planning to run, an offline or online business the traditional basics of achieving business success apply. For instance, it is well-known that a business that has no plan is almost certain to fail. No matter how small a business is, it needs a plan. A business plan compels […]

Want Busiiness Success? Use the Law of Attraction in Your Business

by Susan L ReidAre you considering using the Law of Attraction in your business, though skeptical about it’s application and use?
Before you do, make sure you understand what the Law of Attraction is and how to use it.
The Law of Attraction says that: “the essence of that which is like unto itself is drawn.” […]

8 Reasons Your Business Should Be Online

by Cash MillerHaving your business online has just about become a prerequisite to having a successful business. And it is not really as hard or as expensive as most people seem to think. It just takes proper planning and a little web savvy. So there really is no reason your business shouldn’t have some sort […]

Small Business Profit Begins with Intelligent Pricing Strategy

by Lorraine BallWhat is the right price for your product or service? Most small business owners struggle with this question, because they confuse the cost of producing the product with the value it brings to the customer.
When it comes to establishing a price for your goods or services, the value of your product has absolutely […]

Starting a Good Business in a Bad Economy

by Stephen NelsonStarting a small business requires gumption and guts. The decision demands that the entrepreneur to show courage, think clearly and assume risks.
Starting a business in a recession requires double doses of courage, clear thinking and risk taking.
Fortunately, small business owners and managers can use some simple tips to plan and think more clearly […]

Payment Options for Your Business: Not So Plain Vanilla Anymore

by Aisha Jones ScheffelI scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream. As the summer begins, it always makes me think of ice cream, sunshine, and water whether it’s laying by a pool or lounging on a beach. So naturally, wanting to officially kick-off summer, I ventured into a nearby ice cream shop and […]

Important things to know what during business name registration.

by Quinlan MurrayOne of the first things new businesses deal with is having their business name registered and approved by the concerned authorities, in one go. However, choosing a name for your company is not just about getting approval from the authorities at the time of business name registration; it is also about creating an […]

Lean and Mean: Start Your Small Business on a Budget

by Stephen NelsonStarting any business, even a small one, requires cash. You need working capital just to operate, for example. And you may need additional funds for fixtures, equipment and machinery.
Not surprisingly, then, finding this startup cash becomes a major challenge to beginning operations. But you can employ five tricks to start your new business […]

Eight Ways to Save Money When Starting up Your Business in Tough Economic Times

by Susan L ReidThe current financial crisis and resulting credit lockdown has created difficulties for small businesses, but don’t let that stop you from starting up your new business. Utilize these eight money-saving tips to start up your business in tough economic times and be ready to go when the economy improves.
1. Don’t plan (too […]

Retail Accounting -Keep the Transactions and Data Up To Date

by Alvis BrazmaRetail store is a place that buzzes with various activities in every passing hour. In view of the fact that the work is being carried on an extremely heightened pace, maintaining the records of the accurate business transactions becomes simply impossible to manage. Thereby it becomes essential for the shop owners to opt […]

Business and flowers from South Africa: my pride and my treasure protea

by Lilia ParkerIt was a stunning sunny day - like most days in Cape Town. Sem had already gone for his morning jog and was now sipping coffee and sitting peacefully in contemplation. This afternoon he would meet his potential future business partners from his motherland Ukraine.
By tradition, Sem met with his partners in his […]

The Office Storage Challenge

by John EvaOne of the factors that affect work output is the work place. A disorganized work place with so much clutter and scatter decreases output and affects the performance level of an individual. The most essential to an office or just anywhere is how to organize yourself and your desk. A place for everything […]

Artificial Grass in play Ground

by brayan.peterAfter intensive research, it is now agreed by all that artificial grass is tested and found to be a safe and durable as a playground surface. Synthetic turf playground systems are installed over a durable rubber pad. The turf pad is said to increase the shock-absorbing properties. The list of advantages of artificial grass […]

15 Preventive Steps to Take before Hurricane Season

by Lou AltmanBeing prepared in advance of a hurricane will minimize the economic impact as well as the damaging effects of hurricane rains and winds on both your business and home. Take pre-emptive action to prevent property damage and safeguard the health and safety of your family and employees by following the steps outlined below […]

10 Top Tips to Survive the Economic Crunch by Celia Ann Rooney

by Celia Ann RooneyWorried about your economic future? You are not alone in this roller-coaster market. But don’t lose hope. There are lots of practical steps you can take to improve your situation right away. Today is the best time to start the leaner budget you’ve been meaning to get around to, increase your earnings, […]

POS Supply Purchasing Tips For New Restaurant Owners

by Mike ColeIt is easy to see how a task such as purchasing POS supplies can fall through the cracks when opening a restaurant. Considering the amount of new restaurants that fail, there are many details which are left unresolved. Opening a new restaurant can go wrong in so many ways, it is crucial to […]

3 Secrets to Profit in a ‘Bad Economy’

by Audrey BurtonWhen the perception in the marketplace is that there is a bad economy, you must stand out against your competition. Even if you don’t believe the economic problems affect your business directly, your clients’ confidence may be suffering and they may be afraid to spend anything.
The three secrets are:
1. Use Outrageous Marketing
2. […]