When it comes to the cloud, there is this common misnomer that cloud-based solutions may always be “light-weight” versions of on-premise solutions. In many cases that is true. However, when I get a chance to review a very comprehensive online solution like Cobalt Project Manager – I realize how Read More
Today, women own roughly 30% of small businesses in the U.S. compared to the 10% of women-owned businesses 25 years ago. October is National Women's Business Month and we're exploring some of the stats behind women entrepreneurs, small business owners, and executives. Read More
If you have had the foresight to put your business on Google Places, you are now being rewarded by automatically converting to a more useful tool, Google+ Local. This change is allowing Google+ to maximise its social credibility. Read More
"After coming up with the "BIG idea" most small business owners would probably tell you that the hardest part about owning your own small business is FUNDING! And we agree completely. Obtaining start-up funding can be a very daunting process, particularly because banks are not willing to provide lo Read More
If you could find the time in your busy schedule to volunteer, would you? If you had 5 hours in your week in which you didn’t need the down time, you weren’t finishing up payroll (it’s already done), every email was sent and responded to, every customer was satisfied and smiling, every order was ma Read More
Entrepreneurs and startups often ask if they should use social media for marketing, digital media, or traditional media. The answer is yes to all, and the challenge is how to choose how much of each, and how to integrate them for maximum impact and the least cost. None should be considered mutually Read More
Social media is no longer “new media” and social media marketing is now simply “marketing”. Promoting a business via social media has become mainstream. NOT having a social media presence is what sets your business apart from the rest, and not in a good way. Millions of people check into social med Read More
Relationship marketing is an effective way of building a business than the typical pushy salesman approach.Connect with your prospect & build a relationship. Read More
What kind of customer service would it be to hear You Can't Push Right Now Because The Doctor Isn't Here? Right up there with Virgin America Customer Service. Read More
Managing your finances can be one of the most daunting tasks for any small business owner. Luckily, these six tools will simplify the numbers so you can concentrate on running your business. Read More
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