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Networking, I hate that word. It’s filled with self-serving intent and sends the introvert in me running for the hills.

But as a home business owner, networking is a necessity if I’m to keep my business alive and growing, it’s also a must for my sanity. Read More

How do you spot a profitable client in a line up? It’s a tough question but an important one. Your most profitable clients are about more than billings – they value what you do. They also pay you on time, and they pay you what you charge (willingly). If you can find and keep profitable clients, you Read More

Did you know September is observed each year as National Preparedness Month? Given that an estimated 40% of businesses don’t reopen after a disaster, the month serves as an important reminder about preparedness and business continuity planning. The good news is that there are lots of resources that Read More

Here are a few simple strategies for implement a solid content marketing program for your small business with just a few hours each week. Read More

Student loan debt figures for millennials are staggering – today the average student can expect to graduate with over $35,000 in debt.

It’s a problem that has a very real impact on the ability of young small business owners to get started and succeed. So what are your options? Read More

If you run a local contracting business, such as a landscape or painting company, the social media marketing landscape can seem a daunting one. Which is the best place to grow your business? Is it Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, or YouTube? And how can you get more from these tools if you’re on them Read More

Creating a compelling and clickable blog headline is the most important aspect of authoring a blog. No matter how informative your blog article is, your headline is your one chance to pique your reader’s interest. Come up with a doozy headline and your readers will never get past it. Read More

For a small business, dry spells can be a big concern, especially when it comes to cash flow. Aside from surviving a dry spell, here are some ideas for making them work in your favor and even help you grow and operate your business more efficiently. Read More

We’ve all been there. You click on a blog post about marketing tips ... or the latest attempts to colonize Mars (whatever strikes your interest). You skim the article for a few seconds, and then you click that back arrow so fast, it’s like you were never there.

So to help you figure out why it's Read More

Small businesses are a happy bunch right now. According to the 2015 Small Business Growth Index Survey, 99% of those surveyed expect revenue growth this year.

But optimism aside, many businesses aren’t operationally ready for growth – this could because a lack of skilled labor, poor hiring decis Read More