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5 Distractions in Sales and How to Avoid Them

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From http://smallbiztrends.com 3215 days ago
Made Hot by: sophia2 on February 5, 2016 8:22 pm
It’s amazing how much time can be wasted or mismanaged in a work environment, especially by toxic people in the work environment. Following, you will find tips for how to avoid common distractions in sales. Read More
When it comes to taxes, past performance is a great indicator of the types of deductions that businesses typically take each year. Here are some of the most popular tax deductions for small business that were claimed by sole proprietors as determined by the dollar amounts, starting with the largest Read More

28 Webinar Services for Small Business Owners

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From http://smallbiztrends.com 3222 days ago
Made Hot by: JoshRed on January 28, 2016 5:57 pm
There are a number of solid webinar services available online for hosting webinars. To help you find the solution that’s right for you, we’ve compiled a list of webinar services for small business owners. Read More

31 LinkedIn Tools for Business, Plus a Few Extras

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From http://smallbiztrends.com 3229 days ago
Made Hot by: bizyolk on January 22, 2016 4:46 pm
LinkedIn has come a long way since its inception. The best way to make the most of LinkedIn tools for business and everything the social media network offers is to check out its solutions, tools and apps. Read More
The single marketing message that any business person sends the most every day is in their email signature. This is why, when creating an email signature, it’s critical to use only the information that reflects the company’s brand and further builds a relationship with the recipient. Read More
One letter can indeed make a difference. If you haven’t already, you should really make the change from HTTP to HTTPS on your business websites. Not only are HTTPS sites more secure, but Google is giving these sites a priority when indexing. Read More
There are hundreds of broadcast network, cable, and radio outlets that need expert commentators — talent — to fill thousands of hours of airtime. This is marketing that requires preparation and counsel. Here is a short 10 point primer to get you ready for your big showbiz marketing break. Read More
Flexibility and work-life balance are contributing to the rapid growth of the freelance economy according to the Staples Advantage Workplace Index, a new study of office workers in the U.S. Read More
From merchant accounts to product images, product descriptions, add-on apps and possible integration with your existing website and back-end systems, there are a lot of details to stay on top of when you build an eCommerce site for your small business. Read More

25 Expert Insurance Tips When Starting a Business

Avatar Posted by maplesummit under Startups
From http://smallbiztrends.com 3243 days ago
Made Hot by: thelastword on January 8, 2016 12:18 pm
Finding the proper insurance options for your new business can be a long and complicated process. From professional liability to health coverage and even vehicle coverage, there are so many different things to consider in order to ensure that your business is fully covered should anything happen. Read More
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