When I started my company five years ago, it didn’t occur to me that this might be a permanent thing. In fact for years, it felt like I was just this side of working as a barista at my local coffee shop. It’s only now, five years in, that I realize:
I’m an entrepreneur for life.
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Are You an Entrepreneur for Life?
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From http://www.lead411.com 4512 days ago
5 Tips to a Better Business Proposal
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From http://www.lead411.com 4519 days ago
When putting together a business proposal for a prospective client, it’s important to do your homework. Slapping together a proposal that’s identical to one you gave another client won’t address this particular client’s specific needs, so it’s important to customize it to fit. Here are more tips to
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I'm a Local Biz. I Don't Need to Be Online...Do I?
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From http://blog.bizlaunch.ca 4519 days ago
For years, local businesses shunned websites and internet marketing because they assumed they didn’t need it. After all, being listed in the Yellow Pages was sufficient, right? These days, no matter if you serve a one-mile radius or a 10,000-mile radius, being online is a necessity.
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The Current State of Small Business Marketing
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From http://www.marketingeggspert.com 4535 days ago
Here's an informative infographic about where small businesses are in marketing. It's taken years, but they're finally on board with SEO, social media and mobile!
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4 Resources for Small Business Loans
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From http://www.lead411.com 4535 days ago
If you’re considering taking out a loan for your small business or startup, here are some resources that can help you find the loan program that works best for your business needs.
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5 Ways to Be a Better Manager (Even If You're a Small Biz Owner)
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From http://blog.bizlaunch.ca 4535 days ago
If you’re a business owner, you may realize that managing staff and running a business aren’t the same thing. While you may be great at balancing the books and bringing in new business, you may be lacking people skills that make you a good boss. If that’s the case, here are some tips to help you ou
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If you’ve already thought about the reasons you shouldn’t start a business, and haven’t been deterred, you’re probably mentally ready to take the plunge. But here are a few things to consider before going full-time as a small business owner.
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How to Build a Relationship With the Media
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From http://blog.bizlaunch.ca 4540 days ago
Getting written about online or in print is a great way to garner some free publicity. But connecting with journalists is a tricky game; you and everyone else wants their attention, so it’s important to get it long before you’ve got a story to pitch.
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How to Create Customer Confidence for Your New Business
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From http://www.futuresimple.com 4540 days ago
Getting customers when you're starting out can be difficult. Follow theses steps to earn the trust of customers for your small business startup.
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Branding is how customers feel about your company and the overall perception of your brand. What sort of message are you sending about your brand?
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