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Entrepreneurship Ideas for Children

November 27, 2013 By Adam Steele Leave a Comment

When thinking about working and earning money, people rarely think of a child earning money. Truth is, it’s difficult for an adult to get a decent job today, let alone a child. In today’s fast-paced society, people are often looking for ways to help their children to grow and … [Read More]

Common Reasons that Startups Fail

November 20, 2013 By Adam Steele Leave a Comment

Starting your own business may seem like a dream come true. You get to be your own boss, and you have the opportunity to become financially independent. However, you also take on a lot of risk. If business is bad, you may be looking at no money and a failed business. Many … [Read More]

5 Reasons You Need a Business Plan

5 Reasons You Need a Business Plan

October 31, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

A business plan is important for any business, even one that is a few decades old. It is like a roadmap that tells you where you are going and how to get there. It also helps to keep you on track. Business plans can be reviewed every year to make sure you are staying on the right … [Read More]

5 Questions That Determine If You Need a Mobile App for Your Business

5 Questions That Determine If You Need a Mobile App for Your Business

October 24, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

Mobile apps are a rapidly growing field. Android, Apple, Microsoft, Amazon and other major tech companies are all offering apps to smart phone users. In order to keep up, you may think that your business needs an app as well. Here are five questions that you can ask yourself to … [Read More]

4 Things You Need to Know About Your Online Reputation

4 Things You Need to Know About Your Online Reputation

October 17, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

Online reputations are important. Nearly 100% of consumers that have been polled say that they use online reviews to determine if they are going to buy from a company. If you have negative reviews about your company, don’t panic. Here are some things you need to know about your … [Read More]

How to Write an Effective Business Plan

How to Write an Effective Business Plan

October 10, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

Before any business dream becomes a reality, a plan has to be written. A business plan serves as the blueprint for a business. It is the layout of your business and it allows you to visualize your plan and determine exactly what you need to do in order to make your plan a … [Read More]

How to Set a Marketing Budget

How to Set a Marketing Budget

October 3, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

You know that marketing is an invaluable part of your business, but in order to effectively market, you need to invest money. You know what they say: You have to spend money to make money. As a start up, it can be difficult to determine how much you need to set aside for your … [Read More]

Credit Card Perks

Credit Card Perks That Make Your Business Appear Bigger

September 26, 2013 By Stephen 3 Comments

Small businesses need all the breaks they can get in today’s competitive market. American Express, also known as AmEx, is the largest credit card company in the US, yet it has not forgotten the little guy. AmEx launched American Express OPEN in 2007 to service small businesses … [Read More]

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4 Reasons to Ditch Your Office for Your Laptop

September 19, 2013 By Stephen 11 Comments

The rise of the internet economy has changed a lot of things. Something that has changed for a lot of people is the necessity of an office. Many businesses are looking to be leaner, and it’s hard to justify the expense of holding on to a large amount of office space. You may … [Read More]

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Punching Above Your Weight: Making Your Small Business Look Mighty

September 12, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

You manage a small online business, and you’re in trouble. You keep missing all the big clients you really need to get the success you’ve always wanted. There could be many reasons you are being ignored, but one of the principal ones is likely the perception those bigger … [Read More]

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10 Daily Activities That Can Be Outsourced

September 5, 2013 By Stephen 1 Comment

Likely, there are a couple of tasks around the office that you wouldn’t mind handing over to someone else. With outsourcing, you can do this. Giving away certain daily activities to someone outside the company could give you more hours in the day to attend to more important … [Read More]

Creative Ways To Get Your New Business Noticed

Creative Ways To Get Your New Business Noticed

August 29, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

It’s a no-brainer that you need to get recognition for your business to keep revenue flowing in. Whether you are a startup or been in the game for a couple of years, getting constant attention is the way to keep you in the mind of your current and potential customers. … [Read More]

Customer Privacy Issues You Need to Know

Customer Privacy Issues You Need to Know

August 22, 2013 By Stephen 1 Comment

Collecting personal data from your customers is a big responsibility and it shouldn’t be taken lightly. Technology can be an amazing tool, but it can also be the downfall of your business if you’re not careful. There are hackers on the prowl looking to steal critical personal … [Read More]

How to Tell if You Have a Good Business Idea

How to Tell if You Have a Good Business Idea

August 15, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

Starting a business can be scary, especially if you’re unsure of whether or not it will turn out to be profitable or not. There are a few ways to tell if you have a business idea that will work or fail. Of course, there’s never really a sure way, but doing your due diligence … [Read More]

How to Avoid Burnout as an Entrepreneur

How to Avoid Burnout as an Entrepreneur

July 11, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

An entrepreneur is a 24/7 gig. Anyone who has been in the position of a small business owner knows it’s tough to balance it all. Burnout is one of the number one complaints of start-up owners and entrepreneurs who want to do it all. Work as personal life begin to meld as … [Read More]

3 Essential Plans for a New Business

July 8, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

Any new business needs lots of planning. Whether it’s your money or an investor’s you want to get the most bang for your buck and ensure you do not lose sight of the bottomline. Where some entrepreneurs go wrong is they plan, but not necessarily in the right places. These are … [Read More]

Create a Mobile Office for Your Small Business

Create a Mobile Office for Your Small Business

July 4, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

The new office must be mobile. As an entrepreneur, you’re on the go around the clock and this means you need access to your office and files at any moment. There are many tools that allow technology to make your mobile office a viable component of your small business. Have … [Read More]

Common Burnout Experiences For Entrepreneurs

Common Burnout Experiences For Entrepreneurs

July 1, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

There are many reasons entrepreneurs and new business owners experience burnout. It’s very common whether you are new to the game or a veteran of start-ups. There’s no reason that burnout must determine your productivity. The key is to know when burnout is about to strike, so … [Read More]

Breaking Down a Business Plan for Your Small Business

Breaking Down a Business Plan for Your Small Business

June 27, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

If you are new to the small business world, you may overwhelm yourself with the specifics of a business plan. Do you really need a business plan? The answer to this question highly depends on your line of work and how large your business is in the beginning. … [Read More]

Better Ways to Communicate With Employees

June 24, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

As a start-up owner or new entrepreneur, you may find it difficult to manage employees while running your company. Indeed, entrepreneurs work beyond overtime in this department, but there are several things you can do to make sure your employees are all on the same page. It’s … [Read More]

How to Hire Smart Employees for Your Start-up

How to Hire Smart Employees for Your Start-up

June 20, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

The college degree doesn’t get you what it used to, in terms of a job or an employee. In the competitive job market, people apply for any and every job under the sun. When it comes to your start-up you need smart, innovative thinkers who are buzzing 24/7 for new ways to take … [Read More]

How to Use Google+ for Small Business

How to Use Google+ for Small Business

June 17, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

Google+ is the latest frontier for social media. Small business is growing at a rapid rate and it’s largely in part due to social media. Social media allows a small business owner to take control of their own online reputation and brand identity when growing their business. … [Read More]

How to Wisely Invest Time on Social Media

How to Wisely Invest Time on Social Media

June 13, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

Social media is a fantastic tool for building your business, but if you aren’t well-versed in the subject you could end up spending far too much time on social media platforms. Social media should take up a good part of your time, but you want to use that time wisely so it’s … [Read More]

How to Hire Productive People

How to Hire Productive People

June 10, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

For any small business or start-up you are looking for people who are smart, eager and hungry to help your business grow. It’s no mistake that many people will end up working with numerous start-ups over the course of their careers. This because for the creative types it takes … [Read More]

How to Foster a Strong Start-up Culture

How to Foster a Strong Start-up Culture

June 6, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

As a start-up begins its journey, it is essential for entrepreneurs and leaders to create a strong company culture. How people interact and management in the work place is changing. With a start-up or small business, you can control the environment and create the type of work … [Read More]

How to Create Culture as a Start-up Entrepreneur

How to Create Culture as a Start-up Entrepreneur

June 3, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

We know start-ups rely heavily on culture, but how much of a rule does the start-up entrepreneur play in creating that culture? As it turns out, a lot. You are the face and voice of the brand to your employees. What you do is reflected in how your employees interact with each … [Read More]

How to Become an Authority on Google+

How to Become an Authority on Google+

May 30, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

Your business can grow by making your brand an authority on Google+. Remember that like any other social media platform, your following will not grow overnight. It takes time to build relationships. The good news about Google+ is you are likely tapping into a new audience that … [Read More]

How Entrepreneurs Can Learn to Connect

How Entrepreneurs Can Learn to Connect

May 27, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

There’s no doubt that as an entrepreneur, you must connect with everyone. Potential investors, your employees, new customers. It’s all about who you know in any business. Making a great first impression and learning how to connect with people counts in a major way when … [Read More]

How Customer Recommendations Help Your Business

How Customer Recommendations Help Your Business

May 23, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

These days, the average consumer is more educated than ever. Many shoppers spend 2-6 hours researching a purchase. The number of hours spent researching a product increases by double when it comes to major purchases such as a vehicle. No matter what your product or service is, … [Read More]

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How to Help Your Start-up Team Think Big

May 20, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

Start-ups struggle from many angles, but one of the most important things is to help your team see the big picture. In order to do this, employees must be encouraged to think big. Some of this depends on the people you hire. As any good entrepreneur will tell you, go with your … [Read More]

How Social Media can Help your Business Grow

How Social Media can Help your Business Grow

May 16, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest; you hear these names being constantly used, you see the logos everywhere – and heck, you probably even have your own accounts on these social media platforms yourself. But, did you know that these social media platforms can actually help to grow … [Read More]

Earning Possibilities as a your Own Boss

Earning Possibilities as a your Own Boss

May 13, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

As your business grows so does your cash flow, so it is important to take all the steps necessary to make your customers happy. It is with them that you will find your maximum earning potential. The best way to satisfy your customers is to know what they want from you. How do … [Read More]

Grow your Business with a Smartphone Credit Card Reader

Grow your Business with a Smartphone Credit Card Reader

May 9, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

The smart business person is always on the go. He or she is making sales wherever they venture. In the past this meant hefty paperwork and annoying receipts. You may also have noticed that many people are not carrying cash like they used to. Because of this, smart business people … [Read More]

Essential Tips For Your Start-Up

Essential Tips For Your Start-Up

May 6, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

Start-ups are a dime a dozen these days. What matters most is you have a product that sells itself and a strong team to help you drive this point across to the public. It takes a village, but these are the essential tips for your start-up to succeed no matter what your message … [Read More]

3 Ways to Make Your Virtual Office Awesome

3 Ways to Make Your Virtual Office Awesome

May 2, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

So, you have made the transition from working in an office at a work building, to working remotely from your home. You knew that you would need a desk, chair, and computer to be successful at your job; however, you are interested in taking your virtual office above and beyond the … [Read More]

3 Ways to Find the Money to Start Your Business the Right Way

3 Ways to Find the Money to Start Your Business the Right Way

April 29, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

When you are starting your own business there are a number of things that you have to consider. Who is your target audience? What is the product of service you wish to offer? How will your business be successful? Why would people want to do business with you, instead of your … [Read More]

3 Struggles That Entrepreneurs Face

3 Struggles That Entrepreneurs Face

April 25, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

If you are looking to start your own business, then you should be aware of some of the struggles that entrepreneurs face in the beginning. There are a lot of elements to being an entrepreneur that at important; however, the top three challenges that are the makings of actually … [Read More]

5 Benefits of a Virtual Office

5 Benefits of a Virtual Office

April 22, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

When opening a business for the first time one of the things that you need is an office space. An office space increases your prestige and credibility as a business and helps you negotiate contracts, win grants and establish your business's foothold. When you come to the point … [Read More]

4 Outstanding Reasons for Starting a Virtual Office

4 Outstanding Reasons for Starting a Virtual Office

April 18, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

As a new business opportunity one of the things that you will be considering is where you want to locate your office. An office that is more than just a post office box provides you with credibility and a needed boost. Depending on the amount of money that your business has … [Read More]

3 Thoughts for an Amazing Office Space for your New Business

3 Thoughts for an Amazing Office Space for your New Business

April 15, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

There are many different ways in which you can find office space for your new business. In many instances having office space is a necessary expense that you should consider in order to properly launch your business and attract investors and/or customers. Finding office space … [Read More]

How Being Generous Can Get You Ahead

How Being Generous Can Get You Ahead

April 11, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

The business world is traditionally known as being a tough dog-eat-dog world, but there are cases where people who are generous simply rise to the top. This goes to show that being generous can actually be beneficial to a company. In fact givers are great assets to businesses … [Read More]

Four Ways to Get Over Your Fears and Get Things Done

Four Ways to Get Over Your Fears and Get Things Done

April 6, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

Fear is one of the biggest enemies of entrepreneurs and small business owners. With it, your business could fail, especially if it's keeping you from getting things done. Addressing your fears is the key to overcoming it. Here are a couple of tips for dealing with your … [Read More]

Four Tips for Transferring from Home

Four Tips for Transferring from Home-Based to Location-Based

April 1, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

A whopping 52 percent of small business are based at home. There are a lot of advantages of running a home business, especially during the startup phase. However, if you feel that home-based isn't right for you or your business needs are growing and require employees or more … [Read More]

Five Ways to Teach Yourself to be a Better Leader

Five Ways to Teach Yourself to be a Better Leader

March 27, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

Being a leader is a part of running a business, but not everyone are natural born leaders. Nor do you have to be. You can train yourself to be a great leader by either learning from others or learning from personal experience. Try the following tips to help you become a better … [Read More]

Try These Ideas to Make Your Content Go Viral

Try These Ideas to Make Your Content Go Viral

March 22, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

Creating viral content is one of the best ways to get backlinks for your Web site. There are different types of content that you can create, but making it go viral is a task in itself. Getting people to share your content is the key, giving you more traffic and backlinks. Do … [Read More]

Tips for Choosing the Best Host for Your Online Business

Tips for Choosing the Best Host for Your Online Business

March 17, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

When you have an e-commerce store or a regular business Web site, you want to make sure that you have a great host that can keep your site up and running at least 99 percent of the time. There are many different Web hosts that you can choose from, so use the following tips to … [Read More]

How to Use Split-Testing to Boost Your Business Web Site’s Performance

How to Use Split-Testing to Boost Your Business Web Site’s Performance

March 12, 2013 By Stephen Leave a Comment

Ever wonder why your Web site wasn’t getting a lot of traffic? The best way to find out is to do split-testing. This will enable you to make certain tweaks to your Web site that will help to boost traffic, and you’ll know exactly why it worked. Split-testing can be done by … [Read More]

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