Management

You're No Good (and That's OK)
Posted on January 31, 2012 by admin
You're No Good (and That's OK)

By Rieva Lesonsky I don’t mean to be brutal, but there’s something you’re no good at–and it’s time to face up to how that might be hurting your business. Let me explain. As business owners, we typically start our businesses … Read More →

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Small Business Groups Defend Affordable Care Act
Posted on January 30, 2012 by admin
Small Business Groups Defend Affordable Care Act

By Karen Axelton Two national small business advocacy groups–the Small Business Majority and Main Street Alliance–have filed an amicus brief with the United States Supreme Court opposing the lawsuit attempting to repeal the  Affordable Care Act. The organizations contend that … Read More →

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Why Women Business Owners Still Struggle, Facebook Shopping and More
Posted on January 27, 2012 by admin
Why Women Business Owners Still Struggle, Facebook Shopping and More

By Rieva Lesonsky Have you missed any of my posts around the Web this week? Read on for a quick roundup. Why do female small business owners have more trouble getting financing? The answer could be traced back to the … Read More →

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Adventures in Retail
Posted on January 25, 2012 by admin
Adventures in Retail

Did you know retail supports one in four U.S. jobs? According to the National Retail Federation, the retail industry employs 42 million Americans nationwide and they recently announced a contest to celebrate you–the small business retailer. Tell your retail story … Read More →

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How to Handle Irate Customers
Posted on January 24, 2012 by admin

Have you ever struggled to deal with an angry customer in the best way for your business? In today’s guest post, customer service expert John Tschohl shares his advice for handling the situation in a way that benefits both your … Read More →

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Make More Money, Market Your Expertise and More
Posted on January 20, 2012 by admin
Make More Money, Market Your Expertise and More

By Rieva Lesonsky Have you missed any of my blog posts from around the Internet this week? Catch up here: The “New Normal” is here to stay, but what does that really mean? Get the scoop on 5 trends shaping … Read More →

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Ready to Start Your Business in 2012?
Posted on January 19, 2012 by admin
Ready to Start Your Business in 2012?

Starting a business in 2012? Here are 10 tips from entrepreneurship experts at community colleges on how to get started. 1. Have a Solid Idea – According to Tim Mittan, Director Entrepreneurship Center at Southeast Community College in Lincoln, NE, … Read More →

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Is Your Business Driving Customers Away?
Posted on January 18, 2012 by admin
Is Your Business Driving Customers Away?

By Rieva Lesonsky Do you think your small business has all the customers you need? I thought not. But did you ever stop to think you might be driving customers away without even realizing it? To see how you could … Read More →

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10 Tips for Updating Your Office on a Budget
Posted on January 17, 2012 by admin
10 Tips for Updating Your Office on a Budget

As companies ring in 2012, many are looking for easy, quick and cost-effective ways to improve their physical offices. During this process, they’re seeing that furniture and design improvements can impact more than just office aesthetics. These changes can also … Read More →

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5 Ways to Energize Your Small Business in 2012
Posted on January 16, 2012 by admin
5 Ways to Energize Your Small Business in 2012

Looking for ways to save money and boost your business in the coming year? In today’s guest post, Mike Pugh, Vice President of Marketing at j2 Global Communications, shares five cost-saving tech tips that can work for you. Small businesses … Read More →

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