The future of the economy lies with small and medium businesses, because those businesses are what helps economy grow. While great corporations make millions each day, they do not give as much back to the economy, because they are usually the final destination. So, in such an economic climate, it […]
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Comparing Selected Direct Sales Companies
When it comes to direct sales, there are a few key differences between sales companies - here is a comparison. The Vector Marketing Model The Vector Marketing model has particular characteristics. The company has an exclusive sales agreement with a supplier of a well-defined product line. Vector Marketing sells Cutco […]
Sales Tactics for Small Business Owners
One of the ever present issue for almost any business owner is how to increase the sale of his or her product. There are various tactics that people implemented over the course of time, however the market is constantly shifting, thus it is impossible to use old strategies nowadays. In […]
Technical Solutions for Common Small Business Problems
Small business owners have it tough when it comes to solving problems as it might cost a lot and the professionals hired might be too expensive. However, nowadays it is possible to use technology to solve most of the business world problems, and usually free of charge. However, you first […]
Lessons from The Traditional-Publishing Model: Time
Okay, so in the past, I've talked about focusing on the book, honing in on the genre, and now for the third thing to take from Traditional-publishing's successes: Timing. Here I'm not talking about all the time involved waiting on agents' and editors' responses to submissions. Or the time waiting for […]
Simple Steps To Boost Small Business Efficiency
An efficient business is a profitable business. Conversely, if a company is struggling to stay in business, it needs to address the overt or hidden problems that are making it inefficient in the marketplace. Efficiency, then, should be a priority in any business. While it is not difficult to argue […]
Skills You Need to Run a Mobile Food Business
Making the decision to run a mobile food business is easy, but actually doing it is not. Obviously, you need to see to it first that you have the right set of skills to start and maintain such a business. Do you have the skills to run your own food […]
Basic Strategies in Starting a Small Business
If you’re ready to start your own business, here are some strategies to jumpstart what you’ve always dreamed of - to be your own boss and work in your own time. By now, you have probably decided what kind of small business you want and what sort of products or […]
Security Measures All Retail Stores Need to Reduce Shrinkage
Retail stores across the United States lose upwards of $45 billion each year due to shoplifting and theft, and while keeping merchandise and cash from disappearing is every store manager's goal, many can feel frustrated and stymied as to how to best go about it. From dishonest employees to shoplifters […]
Innovative Funding Ideas for new Business Start-ups
In many ways, there has never been a better time to establish a business or pursue an independent career path. This is thanks to a number of technological, social and economic developments, which have empowered entrepreneurship and freelancing as viable careers. With technology giant Intuit estimating that 40% of the […]
Small Business Productivity Training - 5 Ways To Improve Employee Efficiency
Small business owners have a need to remain productive to maintain competitive in what can be a tough industry. When your staff are working long hours and struggling to keep on top of paperwork and you realise your customers are not getting the attention they deserve, it's probably time to […]
How to Keep Your Small Business’ Energy Bills in Check this Summer
Energy bills in a commercial space are a major expense, and doing everything you can to keep costs in check will make a huge difference in what you are paying every month. In the summer, keeping a comfortable environment for your workers is imperative or it can really affect productivity. As […]