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Learn to Survive Setbacks - Business Owner Mistakes

Avatar Posted by ruth under Startups
From http://www.entrepreneur.com 5230 days ago
Made Hot by: HomeBusinessMedia on August 2, 2010 6:34 pm
Not all start-up businesses can succeed without taking a fall at some point. The article points out which mistakes entrprenuers commonly commit and how to bounce back from those mistakes Read More

Small Business and the U.S. Death Tax

Avatar Posted by ShawnHessinger under News
From http://smallbiztrends.com 5231 days ago
Made Hot by: Jed on July 28, 2010 6:27 pm
By the end of 2010, a tax considered a major bane to many small family owned business will return after a one year hiatus. After brief repeal at the beginning of 2010, the estate tax, or "death tax" as it's critics call it, will be back and family owned businesses passed on to children after the death of a parent could see a 55 percent tax on the value of the assets of a business that may have taken years, or in some cases generations to build. A determined battle is now being waged to be sure the death tax does not return. Are there any community members that will find themselves affected by the return of the "death tax Read More
The plan to back up small businesses would benefit not only those who are thinking of setting up their own small business but also jobseekers since it would generate more jobs. The investment which the governemtn plans to make would increase the chances for small business owners to get financial support from community banks Read More
A small business website can be a very powerful tool to generate large amounts of customers. More prospects search the internet to find out about.. Read More
You get the call from an advertising agency. "Can you be here in 30 minutes...no time to explain!"

On the way, you're dreaming of the project! Porsche? The NFL? The Marlboro Man? Budweiser!

"No," states the manager when you arrive, "Toilet-bowl cleaner! Read More
Here is my comprehensive review of BigCommerce vs Volusion, two hosted shopping cart solutions that do not charge transaction fees Read More
One of the most important factors to look for in a prospective employee is their attitude and whether it would be helpful in attaining your company's goal. Do your employees demonstrate the values which are beneficial to your company Read More
Rarely are marketing programs or campaigns perfect. Things always go wrong although the customers may not be aware of it especially as you present a picture of all being well. Having experienced this as a marketer and customer the problem often stems back to the planning and checking the details. Taking a little time upfront can save you lots of problems especially with customer relationships Read More

Building Your Brand

Avatar Posted by JackieP under Public Relations
From http://jackiepurnell.com 5232 days ago
Made Hot by: jnelson on July 27, 2010 7:24 pm
Reach and relationship have become the branding currency of today.
How you communicate your brand to your market will determine your success Read More

The Short Shelf Life of a Deal in Your Pipeline

Avatar Posted by iannarino under Sales
From http://thesalesblog.com 5232 days ago
Made Hot by: ajayjoya on August 3, 2010 3:02 pm
Your opportunities have a relatively short shelf life. You have to focus your efforts on moving your deal from target to close before that shelf life expires. Pay attention to these three big ideas to keep on track Read More
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