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New Millennials in workforce present challenge, opportunity

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Find out how to attract and retain good employees from the generation just now entering the workforce.

Get the Job with a Tailored Cover Letter and Unbeatable Resume

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 05:00:00 -0400

Make your resume stand out from the crowd with these tips.

Common legal problems businesses should avoid.

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Small businesses make legal mistakes all the time — some of which can be disastrous and difficult to recover from.

How to Hire Administrative Support Staff

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 05:00:00 -0400

Hiring administrative support staff takes patience, foresight, and careful planning. Here are some important first steps.

Do You Have What It Takes to Run a Home-Based Business?

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Though you’re eager to put the commute and the petty office politics behind you and bring your brilliant idea to fruition, is home-based business ownership really for you?

The Differences in Selling to Men and Women

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 05:00:00 -0400

Take some time to learn the differences between male and female shoppers and train your sales staff to deal with them in the best way to boost your sales.

First steps after buying your franchise

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Buying a franchise is similar to buying a house — both are monumental decisions that require you to go through a process that happens in stages.

Take Charge of Your Inventory

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 05:00:00 -0400

Knowing what's flying off the shelves and what's gathering dust is the key to boosting sales.

Combating Employee Burnout in Your Small Business

Sat, 11 Aug 2012 17:00:00 -0400

It is often your hardest-working employees who are the most prone to burnout. Learn what you can do to keep your best people happy, healthy, and productive.

Use QR codes to enhance your mobile marketing

Sat, 11 Aug 2012 05:00:00 -0400

Implementing Quick Response codes in your print and offline marketing materials can create renewed engagement for your website and ultimately your business.

10 Tips on Showing Your Rental Property to Prospective Tenants

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Showing a rental property to potential tenants can be stressful. If you do own a complex or have several identical units, you may be able to keep one pristine "showroom." This allows you around-the-clock access to a furnished example of a current dwelling, without having to worry about displacing a current tenant or wondering about the condition of the inhabited apartment. If you do not have this option, here are some other steps to effectively showcase your property and attract quality rente

QR Codes: The Next Big Thing for Interactive Small Business Marketing

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 05:00:00 -0400

Quick recognition codes are easy to create and use, and more businesses are finding creative ways to use them as interactive marketing tools.

Top 10 Internet Advertising Mistakes

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Many novice and veteran online advertisers make the same mistakes, which undercut the effectiveness of their Web ads.

Ten Tips for a Smooth Transition After Purchasing a Business

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 05:00:00 -0400

When you buy a business, a smooth transition should be one of your top priorities. After all, you will have plenty of work to do already.

Understanding and Computing Gross Profit Margin

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 17:00:00 -0400

It's critical to knowing whether your business is efficiently producing products and growing at the pace you desire.

Top 10 Public Relations Mistakes

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 05:00:00 -0400

The goal of public relations is to portray your business in the best possible manner. Below are some of the common pitfalls to watch out for when handling public relations.

Ten tips on finding profitable rental properties

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 17:00:00 -0400

One of the keys to being a successful landlord is finding profitable rental properties. There are many different steps to take in your search for the perfect rental property. Here are a few to get you started on the path to success. 1. Find the right broker. A reputable real estate broker can mean the difference between a successful hunt for a rental property and coming up empty. Your broker should know the area well and advise you on properties that are best suited to your needs. This is esp

10 Tips for Women in Business to Achieve Their Goals

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 05:00:00 -0400

When you achieve one of your business goals, it empowers you, giving you the momentum to become more successful.

What Can I Do If My Tenant Sublets My Rental Property Without Notifying Me?

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Subletting can be a big headache for landlords, especially if a tenant sublets a unit without the landlord's knowledge or permission. If you do not allow your tenants to sublet units they rent from you, make this clear from the start. Including languages to this effect in your rental agreement can help avoid any ambiguity, and it may give you legal recourse if a tenant sublets one of your units against your wishes. If a tenant has sublet a unit without your permission, here are some tips

How to Price Your Company's Products

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 05:00:00 -0400

Pricing your products is an ongoing process that involves both math skills and market research. Here's how to do it right.

Four Types of Business Bankruptcy

Sat, 28 Jul 2012 17:00:00 -0400

When a business prepares to file for bankruptcy, it needs to decide which specific chapter of the law to file under — Chapter 7, Chapter 11, or even in some cases Chapter 12 or 13. Businesses considering bankruptcy should carefully explore their options with the help of an experience bankruptcy lawyer.

Create a Board of Advisors to Guide Your Business

Sat, 28 Jul 2012 05:00:00 -0400

Corporations don't go it alone, and neither should you. Learn how to develop a board of advisors to help you make wise business decisions.

Desktop or Laptop Computer: Which Is Right for Your Business?

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Small and versatile laptop or cheap and powerful desktop? Follow these tips to make the right decision.

Which Type of Online Ad Is Most Effective?

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 05:00:00 -0400

Choosing the type of online advertisement that's most appropriate for your business or product can be a challenging task. Here's how the different ad types compare.

What to Leave Out of an Employee Handbook

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Building a useful HR manual shouldn't be too difficult as long as you pay special attention to sensitive legal topics and avoid documenting policies in certain areas.

Offering Life Insurance to Your Employees

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 05:00:00 -0400

For many people, life insurance is an afterthought. Those that do apply for it are often faced with mountains of paperwork and the prospects of failing the physical exam and paying exorbitant premiums. That's why employer-sponsored life insurance can be an especially attractive benefit for prospective employees.

Five Proactive Habits of Successful Businesswomen

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 17:00:00 -0400

These tips will help you understand the importance of believing in yourself and your abilities to work smarter, not harder.

Finding New Sales Prospects

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 05:00:00 -0400

Prospecting is crucial to small business survival. In order to grow, your small business will need to expand its customer base. Here are some techniques to help expand your sales prospects.

How to Plan Your First Business Trip to China

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 17:00:00 -0400

If your company wants to crack the growing Chinese market, it's best to travel there first. Learn what you need to know to organize a smooth trip.

What is most important in a business plan? What do I really have to cover?

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 05:00:00 -0400

First, here is what a standard business plan should cover:The company (its legal formation, history, and ownership)What it sells (the product or service)The market (including size of market, growth, and trends)The plan (sales forecast, sales and marketing strategy, milestones, assumptions, and tasks)The management team (organizational structure and managers' backgrounds)Financial analysis (cash flow, profitability, balance, and returns)The most important part of the plan is where it says specifically what is going to happen. ...

Screening Potential Buyers for Your Business

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 17:00:00 -0400

When selling a business, you may have a number of potential buyers. Learn how to sift through these groups to find the buyer who is appropriate for, well-suited to, and financially sound enough to afford your business.

What Your Credit Score Doesn't Tell You

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 05:00:00 -0400

When you buy your credit score online, you see much less information than potential lenders do, a discrepancy that could be costly if you're seeking a loan.

Changing an Employee Handbook

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 17:00:00 -0400

As the needs of a company and its employees change, and as the relevant laws change, employers may find it necessary to revise their employee handbooks and company policies.

Small Businesses Marketing with Text Messaging

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 05:00:00 -0400

Text messaging is gaining popularity as an advertising medium because it is relatively inexpensive and allows businesses to reach out to highly targeted consumers. Should you get on the texting bandwagon?

Raising The Rent of Your Rental Properties

Sat, 21 Jul 2012 17:00:00 -0400

As the cost of maintaining your rental property rises over time, you may need to raise the rent you charge. But before you raise the rent, you will need to take several things into consideration. First, do your tenants have a clause in their lease that ensures the rent will not be raised during the course of the term of the lease? If your lease agreement contains this clause, you will not be able to raise the rent amount for your property until the period of the lease has elapsed. This is

Establishing Workplace Rules

Sat, 21 Jul 2012 05:00:00 -0400

One of the great things about running your own business is that you make the rules. The trick is to make good ones.

Top 10 Internet Marketing Mistakes

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Internet marketing can be very powerful, but it needs to be done right to be effective. Many Internet marketing rookies -- and even some veterans -- continue to make the same types of mistakes in their online marketing efforts. Here are a few marketing mistakes to watch out for and avoid. Making viewers wait. People expect the Internet to be fast. If your server is slow or use graphics that take two minutes to download, you can say goodbye to your potential customers. To market yoursel

Developing Your Company's Logo

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 05:00:00 -0400

If you just need a logo and not an entire campaign, an online logo company is a better alternative to a traditional ad agency.

Ten Tips for Effective Charitable Giving

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 17:00:00 -0400

Sometimes, the best businesses are ones that give it away – to charity that is. If you make charitable giving a priority, you may find it can benefit your reputation, your soul, and ultimately your bottom line.

How to Evaluate a Franchise Marketing Plan

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 05:00:00 -0400

While it's of utmost importance that you have faith in the particular franchise you're thinking of investing in, know this one fact: if the franchisor doesn't have a sturdy and effective marketing plan in place, you'll go nowhere as a franchisee.