5 Questions Business Owners Should Ask Themselves
B2B, Business Expansion, Business Strategies, Small BusinessThe questions business owners should ask themselves can tell them all they need to know about whether their organization is healthy and prepared for growth, or whether they need to make changes to remove obstacles that are standing in their…
6 Ways to Sell to Sole Proprietors and Independent Workers
B2B, Sales and Selling Strategies, Small Business, StartupsThe number of U.S. full and part time independent workers has risen 12 percent since 2011, to just over 30 million people, according to MBO Partners’ State of Independence in America 2015 survey. That number is expected to grow to about 38…
20 Ways to Give Facebook Business Pages a Tune Up [Infographic]
Marketing and Branding, Small Business, Social MediaSocial media has become a major player when it comes to building business. Here are twenty ways to tune up Facebook business pages in order to get them in top working order.
Are Your Facebook Business Pages Getting the Job Done? [Infographic]
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Go After the Gaps Not the Goliaths in a Competitive Marketplace
Business Strategies, Entrepreneurs, Small Business, StartupsAre you exhausting your resources chasing giants in your industry? You may find that you can grow faster by filling gaps in the competitive marketplace, instead.
Filling Gaps in a Competitive Marketplace is Better than Taking On Big Players
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10 Point Year End Business Inspection Every Business Owner Should Make
Business Strategies, Management, Small BusinessAnnual check-ups aren’t just a good idea for people. Use this ten point year end small business checklist to be sure that your organization is ready for success in the New Year.
Small Business Year End Checklist Can Show the Health of Your…
12 Ways to Show Unhappy Customers You Deserve a Second Chance [Infographic]
Business Strategies, Customer Journey, Marketing and Branding, Restaurants and Retail, Small BusinessStudies show it takes a dozen positive experiences to make up for just one negative customer experience. Here’s a list of twelve positive customer experiences that can give you a second chance with unhappy customers.
12 Ways to Turn Unhappy…
7 Ways Your Small Business Can Dominate Local Search Results
Marketing and Branding, Small Business, StartupsMost small businesses have a long way to go when it comes to getting found online by local consumers. These seven local search marketing tips can help you maximize your local reach and get found online more often.
7 Ways to Dominate Local…
5 Days that Have a Big Impact on Small Business Cash Flow
Cash Flow and Working Capital, Entrepreneurs, Small Business, StartupsWhen it comes to a small business, some types of days are more important than others, especially when it comes to small business cash flow.
Day In, Day Out - 5 Days that Impact Small Business Cash Flow
We often think of saving time in…
11 Small Business Tax Deductions You Don’t Want to Overlook
Business Finance, Business Strategies, Small BusinessMost business owners don't mind paying their fair share of taxes, but few want to pay more than they really owe. Make sure you don’t overlook these eleven often-overlooked small business tax deductions.
Consult a Tax Pro.. and Make Sure…
IRS Business Audits Rise on Contractor vs Employee Classifications
Hiring and Recruiting, HR and Staffing, Small BusinessIRS ramping up small business audits to determine whether small employers' employee classifications for employees vs contractors is correct. Here's what you need to know.
HR Mistakes with Employee Classifications Can Be Costly to Small Business
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Fast Facts About The Women-Owned Business Landscape
Business Finance, Entrepreneurs, Small BusinessDid you know? 35% of small businesses launched in 2013 were founded by women entrepreneurs. Here’s a closer look at the women-owned business stats and the challenges they face today.
Women-owned business entrepreneurs face unique challenges.
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How Well Do You Know Your Customers?
B2B, Restaurants and Retail, Small BusinessIf you don't know your customers it can hurt you and help your competitors. Here are five things you need to discover about your customers if you want your business to grow.
It's time you got to know your customers better than ever before.
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Infographic – Deal Seekers Say 4 Things Matter More than Customer Service
Business Strategies, Consumer Behavior, Marketing and Branding, Restaurants and Retail, Salon and Spa, Small BusinessIf you believe that customer service is your strongest selling point, you might want to think again. New study on deal seekers reveals that shoppers care less about service than they care about four other key factors.
Deal Seekers Tell You…
3 Years Running, Email Marketing Tops Marketing Budget Priorities
B2B, Marketing and Branding, Small BusinessNothing to See Here: Three years and counting, email marketing is coming in atop marketing budget priorities in the New Year. Find out what else wins part of the marketing budget.
Marketers plan to increase next year's marketing budget…
7 Clear Signs Pointing to the Need for Business Growth
Cash Flow and Working Capital, Entrepreneurs, Small Business, StartupsComplacency is a trickster, don't fall for it. These seven signs clearly indicate that now is the right time to for business growth.
The Time is Right: 7 Indications that Business Growth Is Your Top Priority
Complacency is a trickster.…