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The blogger has become a ubiquitous part of the media world. Learning how to blog successfully takes time, lots of effort, and being patient with trial and error. However, I keep coming back to the format as it is exciting to be be a part of the news media revolution. Outlined is seven keys to su Read More

You’ve no doubt heard the hype that a blog is the way to for marketing (along with its good friend social media). And it’s true that blogs are excellent marketing channels for many online businesses. But is that true for online stores? Are blogs worth it? Can they boost sales?

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As the marketer of your brand it is essential you know what marketing activities (including what I call sub activities) produce the greatest results and to do it in the most effective way. After all who has time or money to waste? Here are simple tips to track their effectiveness. Read More

You know what I think. What do you think it means to embrace sales? What do you think you have to believe about sales and selling to be truly successful? Read More

What are your goals for 2011? When you think about making goals, do you cringe and roll your eyes, or do you get excited to plan for the New Year? Regardless of the degree of your enthusiasm, you're bound to fail if you don't know the right way to set goals and follow through. Read More

Just when I thought the buzz around Google’s failed purchase of Groupon couldn’t get any more absurd, I saw an interview with Groupon's CEO Andrew Mason on Charlie Rose who said, “We are going to be the savior for small business.”

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Genetically speaking they have the same DNA.

So why does one build skyscrapers in Manhattan while the other serves burgers and fries in a small-town American diner? Read More

Do-it-yourself legal work is one of eight suggestions for cutting costs in your small business. Check out the legal resources provided to do some of your legal work free or at low cost and read about the other tips for cutting your overall small business costs. Read More

Many small business owners (including myself) tend to focus on the more glamourous aspects of their business like sales and marketing and product/service development. As a result, accounting (poor misunderstood accounting) does not get the attention it deserve. In addition to the perception that Read More

Derek Sivers wrote this post about learning to delegate. It has a powerful message that almost anyone can use to improve a business...even if you work from home. Read More