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Recently we asked you to contribute your best real-world tips and advice for how small businesses like yours can save money by using technology, or how to save money on technology purchases. Once again, the readers of Small Business Trends did not disappoint. The following tips and pointers represent the combined wisdom of small business owners a Read More

This article from CNN Money Small Business again raises questions over small business funding. While the U.S. Small Business Administration claims it's given plenty of money to the small business sector, a tally of the numbers and where money is being awarded may not bear out those claims. Criticism of the SBA and the degree to which it truly hel Read More

Do you have the right people on the bus? And who's driving the bus? Few things are more important to the success of a business than having the right people — both the leaders and the followers. Too many times, these people are like “riders on a bus” who get on randomly — or as a matter of convenience. Read More

As small business caters to meet the demand of the customers, it is very essential that an entrepreneur must know and learn how to please the customer. I am sure you won't disagree with me if I'm going to say that a business should serve the customers well. It is not putting your business under the feet of your customers, but it is just showing yo Read More

Imagine you own a successful business but become stranded on a deserted island. The only communication you receive about your business comes once a week on a sheet of paper in a bottle (yes, a message in a bottle). What information would you need and want on that paper? Read More

Are you a loyal customer but find the latest deal or offer is never for you, only new customers? Although I have no statistics on this, but visiting many websites it seems that small businesses are doing this more than they used to. Whilst it is important to gain new customers, a little time is needed to think about your loyal customers and how Read More

Listening is a core part of all strategy, military, personal relationships, sales and social media. Observing your competitors before forming strategy and taking action, or listening to your customer for the purpose of engagement, rapport and opportunity seeking. It all starts with listening. In marketing, as in battle it is often one bold strok Read More

A strong social media culture is beneficial for any company. An aggregated effort by the entire company can greatly increase your company's online presence. This essentially translates to free publicity. Read More

It is our misconceptions that lead us to business failure. We sometimes reroute ourselves away from the conventional elements which sometimes blinded us to the reality. On the surface, it is indeed essential that our business should comply with the basic elements so that you can start working on it, but you must be aware that you should always stic Read More

Get your week going with a little inspiration! I've always enjoyed listening to people who have a great message to share. I'm including the lyrics so you can follow along. Read More