With the first quarter of 2010 behind you, the economy in recovery, and a number of new laws on the books, now is a good time to review your budget for the balance of this year
Energy-efficient equipment is promoted as a way to save money for your business, but will the money saved make a noticeable difference in your operating costs?
Small businesses need to create a persona of their ideal customer — not average, but ideal — so they have an actual living, breathing person in mind to target.
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Your 2010 Budget Revisited
With the first quarter of 2010 behind you, the economy in recovery, and a number of new laws on the books, now is a good time to review your budget for the balance of this year
The How, When, and Why of Extending Trade Credit
Deciding how, when, and to whom you extend credit, is just one part of an overall credit and accounts receivable management system.
Does Energy-Efficient Equipment Make a Difference in Operating Costs?
Energy-efficient equipment is promoted as a way to save money for your business, but will the money saved make a noticeable difference in your operating costs?
How to Focus on Your Ideal Customer
Small businesses need to create a persona of their ideal customer — not average, but ideal — so they have an actual living, breathing person in mind to target.
5 Budgeting Ideas for Any Small Business
Do you really need those potted plants the first day you open? Learn how creating a realistic budget can help your small business thrive instead of fail.
Why Doing the Right Thing is Right for the Bottom Line
Ethics matter in our personal relationships -- and they matter in our business relationships, too.
3 Things to Consider Before Launching a Groupon Campaign
Do your homework before launching a Groupon campaign. If you don't, a social media money-maker may become a social media monster.
How To Grow Your Business Without Going Broke
Too much growth too soon often results in too little cash to keep the doors open.
10 Superb Ways For A Small Business To Friend Facebook
If you're not reaching your customers on Facebook, chances are your competitors are.
5 Innovative and Inspiring Workplaces
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Are Loyalty Programs A Marketing Gold Mine?
Your customer loyalty program can be so much more than just a way to reach out to your customers.
Can Low Prices Hurt Your Business?
For many small businesses, competing on price can do more harm than good.
Making Your Web Presence Both Local and Global
Think globally, act locally. Or is it think locally, act globally? With some planning, both can be true for your online identity.
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5 Gifts You Can Get Through Bartering
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6 Elements of a Killer Blog Post
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10 Ways to Lower Medicare Part D Costs
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