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This article outlines six reasons why it is smart and cost effective to be a member of a professional organisation that understands your business and offers real support to you.

It is aimed at bookkeepers, however whatever your occupation - take a look to see if there are professional organisati Read More

Drop shipping is an internet business model that allows you to sell products online without having to do the fulfillment process. Find out how the business model works, the pros and the cons, and whether the business model is the right one for you here. Read More

It's hard to find the time for self-development sometimes. So we compiled a short list of business podcasts for people on the go. Each podcast is around 30 minutes or less - perfect for your early morning commute or jog around the park. Get business news, find sound advice, and hear great stories. Read More

A few years ago, a small store operating out of the owner’s home would only dream of selling their unique wares to people around the globe. Fast forward to today where operating a small business with international capabilities on websites like Etsy, Amazon and eBay is not only a possibility but is Read More

I was a wholesale diamond trader for 25 years. I worked deep in the heart of the famous Forty-Seventh Street Diamond District of Manhattan. When I tell people this, the first thing they ask me is, “Is it true that you guys make handshake agreements for millions of dollars?” Read More

Before contacting any stores, you need to prepare all your wholesale documents and pricing structures. This is important so that the store has something to refer to during your initial meeting. Read More

Nothing in life is guaranteed but as Benjamin Franklin famously said: "By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail." By doing some preparation before you start your business you can prepare to succeed instead. Here are 10 things you can do BEFORE you start your business.

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For the most part, entrepreneurs don’t just happen. In order to succeed at a business venture, it usually requires a combination of hard work, skill, good ideas and (to some extent) luck. Here are 5 qualities that are shared by successful entrepreneurs Read More

Sometimes in business you help people out for free. Your five minutes may save them hours of grunt work. There’s no point raising an invoice, but can you be rewarded for contra deals in other ways? Read More

Every minute counts! If you find yourself with some spare time in your diary here are some original ideas to grow your business in every direction. Read More