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Small business is the backbone of America, and with the current state of the economy, more and more people are finding the courage to follow their dreams of starting their own businesses. Some will succeed and some will not, but with the tips and support offered here, it's quite possible that many dreamers can live the reality of business ownership.
A small business website is a communication tool. It allows your customers limitless opportunities to connect with your core values, mission, products and services. That is precisely why creating a website for your small business is an integral part of your brand strategy and professional image. If designed properly, a small business... more »
There are many small businesses you can start from home. The key is to find either a product or service that is in high demand or be a visionary about future needs. The amount of competition will also be a consideration as will any potential capital outlay. Business startups can stem from an inkling about an existing idea, or be... more »
When you run a small business, your advertising budget is often equally as small. The cost of printing business cards and flyers and placing small ads in local papers can add up quickly. By setting aside a portion of your time each day or week and using some initiative, you can do effective free advertising. Advertising simply means... more »
Many sources of funding exist, but which one you choose will depend on a variety of factors. more »
Most small businesses need financing from time to time--in some cases, all the time. It is important for company owners to know what types of small-business loans are available and how they work. The same loans offered to large corporations are typically not available to small businesses. There are, however, small-business loan... more »
Despite what this picture depicts, creating a business plan is not as simple as opening a box...
There is nothing quite as liberating as becoming your own boss, but starting your own...
Operating a business, regardless of its size, is a major undertaking. You have to keep customers...
Although large corporations hire professional accounting firms, most small business owners...
Having your own business is a dream come true. You do not have to answer to a boss, and you can do what you love. Moreover, your efforts go into... more »
If you have a small business and you'd like to reach a lot of people using the Internet, you want to choose a name that will help you sell your... more »
Insuring your small business is one of the most important measures you can take to help safeguard your business. Many different types of... more »
Why start a small business in Georgia?Small business industry ratios are up across the board just in the past few years, according to the Georgia... more »
Selling your small business is an important decision. Before you start the process of selling your business, you should do research on the... more »
The first step in securing a small business loan is determining where you will apply for your loan. In the United States, you have two basic... more »
Dave says... Having an idea for a small business is one thing. Having the funds available to start or improve one is another. In this article, you can learn how small business loans work, what type you should consider first and what happens after the approval process.
During a credit crunch or anytime a business is short on money, it's become a necessity for small business owners around the globe to explore... more »
Finding money to start a small business takes a lot of work. To start with you will need a good business plan and several leads for small business... more »
Starting a small business is exciting and challenging. However there are some not so exciting requirements that you have to meet before you open... more »
Setting up a small business can be a lot of work, but with planning and dedication your business can be started smoothly. Take your time in... more »
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Dave Donovan is a freelance writer in New Jersey. He's owned his own copywriting business for over five years and his how-to articles have been featured in two nationally published books. An expert in SEO content, marketing and promotional copy and running a sustainable small business, it's his goal to help others follow their dream of being their own boss. | hide
Na Na Na Na, Hey Hey Hey, Goodbye! on 11/26/2009
Small business owners wear many hats, especially those who run sole proprietorships. For these... more
Small business owners wear many hats, especially those who run sole proprietorships. For these individuals, they're not only overseeing the entire operation, but they're more than likely the ones doing all the work as well. Daily tasks include keeping current clients happy, finding new clients, meeting crucial deadlines and filling orders or making appointments.
In a struggling economy like the one we're currently trying to work our way out from under, small business owners are trying to hold on to their existing clientele like grim death. The thought of losing just one client is akin (on a mental level) to the entire business going belly-up. But, stop for a minute, take a long hard look at each of your clients and ask yourself these questions:
* Is this existing client providing my company with on-going work?
* Is this client difficult to deal with?
* Does this client pay according to schedule?
* Does this client often have unrealistic expectations?
* Do I work significantly harder for this client just to prevent losing their business, although they provide less profitable work for me than other clients?
Dropping an existing client is always hard to do, but if you take a business-minded approach to it, your company may run more efficiently, you'll have fewer headaches and you can focus on the clients that can truly benefit your business.
hideBeware of Fraudulent Email Concerning "Failed Banks" on 11/26/2009
On October 27, the FDIC (Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.) issued a warning to small business... more
On October 27, the FDIC (Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.) issued a warning to small business owners regarding a fraudulent email that has been making its way around inboxes. The unsolicited email contains “Check your Bank Deposit Insurance Coverage.” in the subject line.
The email goes on to say, “You have received this message because you are a holder of a FDIC-insured bank account. Recently the FDIC has officially named the bank you have opened your account with as a failed bank, thus, taking control of its assets.”
The FDIC does shut down financial institutions from time to time, and this email is being spammed in an effort to gain information from small business owners. For a list of banks that have been closed by the FDIC due to failure, visit www.FDIC.gov.
hideObama to U.S. Banks, "Where's the Love?" on 11/26/2009
On October 24, President Obama urged America's banks, especially those that were assisted... more
On October 24, President Obama urged America's banks, especially those that were assisted by the taxpayer bailout, to start opening up their wallets for the nation's small businesses. The need for loosening the purse strings is critical, as the President once again stressed the importance of small businesses in the American economic structure.
President Obama stated that small business is the backbone of America, and that these very same businesses have accounted for two-thirds of the job growth in the United Stated over the last 15 years. Now, they can barely get the credit they need to survive.
"Over the past couple of years, small businesses have lost hundreds of thousands of jobs," he said. "Many have struggled to get the loans they need to finance their inventories and make payroll. Many entrepreneurs cannot get financing to start a small business in the first place."
Just last week, President Obama called on Congress to increase the maximum size of government loans to small businesses and to make more credit available to small community banks.
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