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In a lot of ways, working from home, being your own boss, is a dream come true. However, you need to realize that it isn’t all unicorns and rainbows. There are some very real challenges to leaving your “real” job and working for yourself. Read More

As a business owner, every minute counts. If I make a mistake, whether large or small, it can potentially cost me time, money and aggravation.
All of us make mistakes. Without them, how would we learn anything. Save yourself from stress and anxiety by considering (and avoiding) these common busine Read More

Comparing a website to a hot tub may not be everyone’s instant metaphor, but it’s pretty appropriate. Any website owner who’s been online for a while will appreciate some of the similarities. From SEO to basic maintenance, there really are similarities. Read More

For a while now I’ve been compiling a list of a bunch of different blog post ideas/types of blog posts (remember how I’m crazy about lists?), and I figured now is a great time to share it!

Below you’ll find a list of 101 different blog post ideas (though I’m sure there are more that I couldn’t t Read More

What are your plans for using social media in your small business in 2011? In a recent post, small business consultant Jason Kienbaum mentioned a bunch of social media sites small business owners should be aware of in 2011, including BizSugar.com. Thanks for the shout out Jason! We can think of at Read More

Trying to make a sale on the web is becoming harder with more and more people trying to do the same thing you are which is ultimately, making a profit online. What makes it even more difficult is the fact that you could be up against some of the biggest players on the web like Amazon depending on w Read More

It’s pretty common knowledge that implementing an effective social media strategy takes time. That makes tips on how to maximize your social media productivity, such as those shared by Todd Schnick, co-founder of #Innochat, on his strategy for allocating your time very valuable. Read More

Last year we published the Top Web Design Trends For Small Business in 2010 and as I reflect on the  Top Website and Website Design Trends for 2011, Websites are making an interesting shift in 2011. A traditional website will no longer be sufficient as more and more individuals are accessing the In Read More

New cloud applications are being introduced on regular basis. There are plenty of alternatives for small business owners to choose. Here are some suggestions. Read More

Creating my own virtual business on the web hasn’t been without lessons learned. But there’s something about having your own business, and earning your own income, that gives you a new perspective on business both personally and professionally.
As I look back on this past year and celebrate almost Read More