As of right now, would you say that your business is more proactive, or reactive? If you've been in a "reactive" mode before, what does it take to make the shift over to being proactive? The basics of motorcycle safety have an important application for how to run your business.
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What Motorcycling Can Teach You About Making Decisions
Posted by PASjonathan under StrategyFrom http://articles.bplans.com 3754 days ago
Creating a Positive Work Environment
Posted by PASjonathan under ManagementFrom http://articles.bplans.com 3756 days ago
An employee’s motivation to work is heavily influenced by his or her environment. You want your employees to respect you—not fear you. Creating a positive work environment will yield far better results for your employees and your company.
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Got ‘Founder Fit’? If You Want Venture Capital You Need It
Posted by PASjonathan under StartupsFrom http://articles.bplans.com 3756 days ago
Female-led startups are on the rise, yet this angel investor says gender isn't a focal point. Instead, it's whether or not you're "Founder Fit." This article explains what the term means, and how to make sure your startup is fund-worthy, regardless of the founder's gender.
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How to Find an Overseas Manufacturer: A Primer on Global Sourcing
Posted by PASjonathan under StartupsFrom http://articles.bplans.com 3757 days ago
"You have a great new product that you want to take global. Now, you need to find someone to manufacture that product. Do you know where to find a manufacturer overseas? I do."
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Does Your Business Have Swag?
Posted by PASjonathan under Direct MarketingFrom http://articles.bplans.com 3760 days ago
Made Hot by: OpenSourceMedia on August 14, 2014 8:49 am
Whether you plan to give out freebies at the next trade show you attend, or want to give your employees some logo-clad apparel to wear around and promote your business, we compiled a list of affordable places to buy promotional items for your company.
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If I Gave You a $100,000 Marketing Budget, What Would You Do With It?
Posted by PASjonathan under MarketingFrom http://articles.bplans.com 3760 days ago
Made Hot by: marketingvalue on August 16, 2014 2:47 pm
If you don’t create a marketing budget, chances are you’re being reactive with your marketing instead of proactive. In other words, you may be choosing what to spend your marketing on in the moment, instead of having a consistent strategic approach over the year.
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How Your Business Can Master YELP
Posted by PASjonathan under Online MarketingFrom http://articles.bplans.com 3764 days ago
Made Hot by: kingofcontent92 on August 9, 2014 12:46 pm
If you’re not actively seeking feedback, monitoring the comments, and publicizing the positive reviews customers leave, you’re probably behind the digital eight ball. To help you master the fine art of YELP, we asked Darin Alpert of BirdEye, to offer some advice.
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3 Reasons Why Micromanagement is a Macro Hindrance
Posted by PASjonathan under ManagementFrom http://articles.bplans.com 3769 days ago
“I’m just trying to help!”...“I want to ensure our success!”... If these lines sound familiar, you should know that they’re classic micromanagement warning signs. And, unfortunately for the well-intentioned micromanager, the results are rarely positive.
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What is the Biggest Cause of Business Failure?
Posted by PASjonathan under StrategyFrom http://articles.bplans.com 3770 days ago
According to SCORE, the main reason businesses fail is ineffective management, whether it be poor planning or not understanding all that is required to operate a successful business. So, what should you watch for to avoid business failure? Here are some common pitfalls...
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10 Apps to Save Time on Administrative Tasks
Posted by PASjonathan under ResourcesFrom http://articles.bplans.com 3771 days ago
Administrative tasks take precious bits of time. To get some of that time back, we asked entrepreneurs to help us compile a list of apps that can save time rather than waste it. Here’s a look at the top 10 time-saving apps for your business...
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