To achieve success, I believe that there are six characteristics that all small business owners need. Fortunately, these traits can be developed by anyone who chooses to do so.
Customers are doing more of their own research, but are salespeople keeping up? Learn how to attract prospects, nurture leads, and more in the information age.
From applying for grants to approaching new customers who receive federal funding, there are several ways your business can take advantage of government dollars.
A good business name is hard to find and the limited supply Internet addresses makes it harder. Finding both a name and a URL, however, is just the beginning of the naming game.
If you fear the IRS may decide your independent contractors are really your employees, now is the time to take advantage of a special worker classification amnesty program.
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How Sales Has Changed in the Information Age
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From applying for grants to approaching new customers who receive federal funding, there are several ways your business can take advantage of government dollars.
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Follow these trade show basics and make your next event memorable -- and profitable.
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Your company's values, whatever they may be, should be reflected in everything you do. Otherwise, why have them?
Settle Your Worker Classification Problems with No Penalties
If you fear the IRS may decide your independent contractors are really your employees, now is the time to take advantage of a special worker classification amnesty program.
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"Later" is the busiest time of the day. "Tomorrow" looks even busier -- and costlier.
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Start 2012 Off Right With 5 Tax-Wise To-Dos
Help get your 2012 tax year off to a good start by taking a few simple tax and finance steps.
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