More and more consumers are putting away their cash and just relying on plastic. As a business owner, what can you do to get the most out of your merchant account and please you
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Global sourcing holds the promise of higher profits through cost savings on nearly any product imaginable. But risks lie in nearly every stage of the sourcing process.
Unfortunately for small business owners, cash income and taxable income are not necessarily the same. Read this to avoid nasty surprises come tax time.
It's not enough to provide a great product or service people want or need. For a business to succeed, it has to be noticed. Here are six free ways to get the word out.
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Always Use Cash for These 5 Things
Nothing's easier for paying than swiping plastic, but cash is still king, and sometimes it'll save you some money, too.
How to Get the Most Out of Your Merchant Account
More and more consumers are putting away their cash and just relying on plastic. As a business owner, what can you do to get the most out of your merchant account and please you
The Truth About Personal Guarantees
If you’ve ever borrowed money from a bank for business use, you’ve no doubt argued against adding your personal guarantee to the deal. And if you’re like most small business own
Why Stellar Service Alone Doesn't Produce Amazing Profits
If you're consistently providing stellar service but your cash flow is stagnating, here's what might be wrong and what you can do to produce higher profits.
Financial Risks and More in Global Sourcing
Global sourcing holds the promise of higher profits through cost savings on nearly any product imaginable. But risks lie in nearly every stage of the sourcing process.
Going Without Health Insurance in 2015? Here's What It'll Cost You
The fines for going without health insurance are ticking up this year. Are you covered or will you pay a fine?
Should You Spend Money on Education?
A small business owner always has to be learning, but even if money isn't an issue, time is in short supply for most entrepreneurs.
Why Your Business Owes Taxes When It Didn’t Generate Cash Profits
Unfortunately for small business owners, cash income and taxable income are not necessarily the same. Read this to avoid nasty surprises come tax time.
The Power of Retargeting
Only a small fraction of visitors who click an online ad make a purchase, but retargeting can help businesses dramatically boost that number.
10 Massive Companies That Crashed in 2010
Every massive organization that sank in 2010 started as a small business. Pay attention to avoid making the same mistakes with your company.
How to Get Free Publicity
It's not enough to provide a great product or service people want or need. For a business to succeed, it has to be noticed. Here are six free ways to get the word out.
6 Ways to Boost Your Mobile Email Marketing
Make the most of your customers' tight mobile phone screen space and their tight mobile phone attention spans.
5 Investment Moves That Prove You're Finally a Grown-Up
It's time to stop investing like a kid.
4 Hiring Mistakes and How to Prevent Them
Hiring a new employee is costly. Hiring the wrong employee costs even more.
7 Foods Scientifically Proven to Make You Happier
Self-medicating with junk food doesn't work, but some foods really can boost your mood. Dig into these dishes and feel better in body and spirit.
10 To-Dos A Virtual Assistant Can Get Done
What can a Virtual Assistant do? A better question is what can't a Virtual Assistant do?
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly Truth About Payroll Services
For many small businesses, a payroll service can ease the burden of managing wages and taxes. But services aren't free and they aren't without risk.
Finding Community Leadership Opportunities
You've learned valuable leadership skills as a small business owner. Why not share those skills with your community?
Abandon Losing Strategies
We're always told to keep going until we make it. But the truth is that sometimes, giving up is the right move. Learn why.
6 Common SEO Mistakes On Small Business Websites
Avoid these six common SEO mistakes and watch your website climb up Google's page rankings.