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How Any Woman Can Become Rich - By Dr. Mary E. WatersWorkplace Communication 8 - Cost and Benefits - By Dr. Mary WatersDifferent Small Business Opportunities Available Online - By Dr. Mary Waters- When Starting a New Small or Home Business Points to Consider for a Sole Proprietorship Business Structure - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2013 from Leon EdwardStarting a new business venture as a sole proprietor is one of the most common and easiest way to begin. While deciding between this and a corporate liability company you have to consider some disadvantages and advantages in terms of taxation. There are some rumors and misconceptions among ...
Views: 1546(2 votes) - BUSINESS CONSULTING FOR PROFIT AND NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2019 from Sashidharan BBUSINESS & BUSINESS ENTITIES Business can be defined as any activity that engages an entity. These entities can be called business entities. Business entities can be classified into two types based on the business objective. 1. Profit Organizations – The goal of these organizations is ...
Views: 1545(1 vote) - Master’s Not Required – Who Qualifies To Start Their Own Business? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2008 from Carol DenbowNearly 90 percent of people state that at some point in their lives they’ve dreamed of starting their own business, yet few make the initial effort. What makes an entrepreneur? There are many scientific theories floating around out there; the genetic theory, how your parents raised you, ...
Views: 1544 - Steel Rolling Mill Machinery and the Benefits - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2013 from Sam JohnWe do not need to say that what is the role of machines in our industrial society today. But in fact the reality is that we can't even dream to live without the machines today, machines and equipments have become a very important integral part of our life. That much space machines have created ...
Views: 1544 - Successfully Brand Your Business - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2013 from Avril BettsEvery successful entrepreneur and business has a BRAND, The one thing you must have if you want to be successful is Branding that is consistent with you and your business. Branding separates you from your competition and gives you credibility. It's what makes people want to tell other ...
Views: 1543(1 vote) - These Shoes Ain’t Just Made for Walkin’: The Cause Marketing Biz Model - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2014 from MaryEllen Tribby“I know it’s a lot of money, but for every pair of shoes purchased, a pair is donated to help kids all over the world who can’t afford shoes.” These were the words of my 13-year-old daughter as she was convincing me to buy her not one, not two, but three pairs of TOMS shoes! Even though ...
Views: 1542 - Create Your Game Plan for a Sustainable Business - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2012 from Judy WhalenDo you have your “game plan” for growing a sustainable business figured out? If not, it’s not too late. A Strategic Plan is Your “Game Plan” Having a simple, clear guide that you will actually use is critical to your overall success. Think of it as your “game plan.” Football coaches have an ...
Views: 1541 - Easy Way of Making Money on the Internet by Flipping Domain Names - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2013 from Joshua NyamacheOne cool thing that I'm going to reveal today is the secret of flipping domain names. In fact, some online entrepreneurs have been using it to make easy money without investing a substantial amount of money as capital. If only you're interested, you can also use this secret to make some bucks ...
Views: 1541 - Lean To Shed Plans - Must You Really Construct A Shed From Blueprints? - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from Cole maxIs it really worth building your own shed using shed blueprints? Even if you are an amateur woodworker, if you buy shed plans containing proper step by step instructions then building a shed is not that complex. Can't you just buy a pre-fabricated shed or just buy a DIY shed kit? Well, there ...
Views: 1541 - Marketing Your Online Resume-Writing Business - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2010 from Teena RoseStarting an online resume business is actually quick and easy. Most people can start an online business with just a few hours at the computer, yet most won't make it much beyond that point. Not because their owners lack a good business idea or the right amount of dedication/hard work, but ...
Views: 1539 - 4 Crucial Elements to Include in Your Consumer Product Branding Strategy - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Geoff Fickeby: Geoff Ficke 4 Crucial Elements to Include in Your Consumer Product Branding Strategy When I started to Market Consumer Products 40 years ago the term “Branding” was one I never heard. The term was not one that enjoyed the currency it enjoys today. In the years since formal Branding ...
Views: 1537(1 vote) - Ebook Topic Ideas! - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2008 from Gauri PawarseptComing up with a topic for your Ebook might seem like a challenge to you. Do not worry; there are more than enough topics for you to write about. You just have to choose a topic you know about. Here are some topic ideas for Ebooks. Parenting Anyone with kids has had a question at one time or ...
Views: 1537 - Keeping Up With Compatibility: Why Responsive Web Design is Important - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2019 from Maqsood RahmanWhen was the last time you came across a business that didn’t have its own website? In today’s digital age, it’s practically a given that a company possesses a website that consumers can visit in order to learn about them. In addition to websites becoming the preferred source of information, ...
Views: 1536 - 5 Ways To Monetise Your Website - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2013 from Sam MirandaWhether you run a product and service website or a personal blog, there are several ways to turn traffic into dollar. Creating a sustainable, self-sufficient business takes time, but you can start monetising from day one to build up a passive income stream. Here are five avenues to ...
Views: 1535(3 votes) - Easy Web Pages Writing I - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2012 from Bernice McLarenDo you have a website? Is it effective? In Writing for the Web Crawford Kilian wrote, “…it’s in your own interest to understand something about website design basics, especially as they affect the display of your text.” In this book, Kilian goes on to explain that web writing has the power ...
Views: 1535(1 vote) - Business Advisory Councils: Your Surest Way to Increase Profits - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from Devona E. G. WilliamsA few years ago my SCORE Counselor suggested that I establish a business advisory council to provide our business with a ready source of business expertise. At this time our primary business issues were: dealing with sudden business growth, taxes, and staffing. Trusting the judgment of my ...
Views: 1534(10 votes) - Secrets of Becoming a Freelance Writer in College - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2017 from Sophia ClarkFreelance writing is a fruitful career choice Are you struggling with college finances? Yes! Keeping yourself afloat in college can be rather difficult. Students often find themselves trying to get their hands on groceries, school supplies, and other essential school necessities. Such is ...
Views: 1532 - How To Do Diligent Research On New Employees - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Missy DiazIf you’re a small business owner looking to hire employees this year, or next - now is a good time to think of the ways you will research these new employment candidates. Last thing you want on your hands, is a loose cannon or someone who has a bad record with other companies. One of the ways ...
Views: 1531 - SEO FACT VS. FICTION: 5 UNDENIABLE TRUTHS - by Submitted on May 30, 2010 from Serena CarcasoleWith all the conflicting information and flat-out garbage about Search Engine Optimization (SEO) being spewed out there these days, often by self-proclaimed "gurus," it can be difficult to navigate your way between fact and fiction when attempting to write a well-optimized article, blog, or web ...
Views: 1530(1 vote) - Build Your Own Internet eBusiness WebSite and Open A World of Opportunity for Yourself! - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Sue DolanCan you really build your own internet ebusiness webSite and open a world of opportunity for yourself? Of course you can! December's issue of Money Magazine reveals that profits generated from a hobby or leisure time activity averages between 3 to 7 thousand dollars a year! Now when you ...
Views: 1529(3 votes) - Book Review: The Chic Entrepreneur By Elizabeth Gordon - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Richard BlakeA Proven Method for Moving Your Business Forward “The Chic Entrepreneur” is a step by step guide for developing an effective successful company. Elizabeth Gordon offers invaluable advice on attaining success in business. She presents a proven formula for building individual and financial ...
Views: 1528 - How To Improve Truck Dispatch System With GPS? - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2017 from Ritesh PatilIt is imperative for fleet organizations to have dependable operations. Clients need their merchandise to touch base on time and in the correct condition. Utilizing GPS can enhance your truck dispatch system to make your business successful. A few highlights of a dispatch framework ...
Views: 1527 - Persistence Pays Off For Driven Product Marketers and Inventors of WD-40 - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2009 from Geoff FickePersistence Pays Off For Driven Product Marketers and Inventors of WD-40 Along with duct tape, probably the most common product handymen keep in the garage for tackling household chores and repairs is the ubiquitous lubricant spray WD-40. I am a mechanical klutz. But when something needs ...
Views: 1526(1 vote) - Why Are Successful Entrepreneurs So Darn Lucky? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Geoff FickeWhat is your definition of the word “luck”? Not the Webster’s Dictionary definition, your definition. Is it being in the right place at the right time? Picking the right dealer in a casino? Turning up at a party where you meet your current wife (could be good or bad luck)? Entrepreneurs seem ...
Views: 1526(2 votes) - Top 10 Freight Shipping Mistakes - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2007 from Linda AthansShipping is one part of your business you probably don’t think much about. But most small business owners who ship freight make mistakes they’re not even aware of which could cost thousands of profit dollars every year. Are you one of these people? 1. Mr. ButterKnife: (Using the same service ...
Views: 1525 - 5 Gadgets to Have if Running a Home-Based Business - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2017 from Harper HarmonBusiness gadgets are those nifty little things that every home-based business owner secretly needs. They are the toys and devices that make the business safe and the job easier. Every business owner has his or her own set of special needs in terms of gathering the right gadgets. The following ...
Views: 1524 - Be First, Best or Different - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2009 from Leah Grant"You either have to be first, best, or different.” I found this quote on a quote board so I don't know what country music singer Loretta Lynn was referring to when she said it, but it seemed a perfect summation of what your business must be when you're starting out. Being first is optimal If ...
Views: 1524 - Please Do Not Sit on the Fence - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2013 from Lisa MininniMaking business decisions are the most important function of any business owner. Throughout each day we make thousands of decisions and many are made instinctively and others learned through habits. For many business owners, however, they get stuck on the fence. Staying on the fence ...
Views: 1524(1 vote) - What's Your Business Model? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from C.J. HaydenIf you have enough clients to keep you busy, you must be making a good living, right? Well, not necessarily. Some of the busiest professionals around aren't earning enough to pay their bills. On the other hand, there are some consultants, coaches and other service providers who have plenty of ...
Views: 1524 - When You Have A Turtle-like Computer - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2010 from Justin DavisWhy do you think computers don't run as it used to as you continue to use them? Below are possible reasons: Most of us use computers and we download a lot of files and store it somewhere in our hard drives. This is happening almost all the time. For instance, if we try to open an attachment ...
Views: 1524 - The Importance of a Sales Letter Writing For Your Web Sales Page - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Socrates MilamSales letter are one of the most effective ways to sell you product online. ” most people don’t actually read anything online. ” instead, they scan a page, seeking out info that is bold, in a larger font size, in a different color, or in a bulleted format. ” consequently, internet marketers have ...
Views: 1522 - Moving House - Choosing A Removal Company to France - by Submitted on May 10, 2017 from Elaine PittmonThe process of moving can be a very tedious one especially if a lot of stuff has to be packed. Packing things, renting trucks, loading the truck, driving to a new place and unloading everything, is all very time-consuming. Hence, several people choose a removal Company to help them to handle the ...
Views: 1521 - 9 Steps To Building Business Credit - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2007 from Lisa PhillipsBuilding business credit can be accomplished regardless of your personal credit history. Business credit is essential in conserving cash flow, keeping track of business expenses and more importantly, protecting personal assets and personal credit history. The most important element to building ...
Views: 1517 - Customizing Products and Services Presents Entrepreneurs a Great Way to Bootstrap a Business - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Geoff Fickeby: Geoff Ficke Customizing Products and Services Presents Entrepreneurs a Great Way to Bootstrap a Business We live in a world where mass production and scalability have enabled consumers around the world the opportunity to enjoy a wider range of Consumer Products and Services than ever ...
Views: 1517(1 vote) - Is Your Business Failing? Discover How Your Choices Can Impact Your Business Growth - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Lalitha BrahmaHave you ever put off taking action because of self doubt? Have you ever thought of writing an article or creating an audio that you wanted to, but did not do it because you thought that there is nothing great/significant in what you are delivering? Did you ever write down your monetary ...
Views: 1517(1 vote) - Snack The Right Path To Fitness With Frozen Yogurt - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Marie MalacamanExactly where are people today going for the most current health food trend? You will probably be amazed to figure out that they’re not trooping towards farmer’s industry for natural vegetables but to a frozen yogurt kiosk. Definitely, like a snack food, you can get yourself more healthy coming ...
Views: 1517(2 votes) - Choosing The Right Business For You: Part 1 - The Pros and Cons of Starting Your Own Company - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Carma SpenceSo you've decided to become your own boss. Good for you! But now you're faced with a very important question: What kind of business will you start? Will you turn your hobby into a money-making venture? Buy an existing business? Purchase a franchise and capitalize on the franchiser's ...
Views: 1516(1 vote) - Beginner Advice for Starting a Home Based Business. - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2010 from Joe CrawfordWe get advice for all sorts of things, most things really. When we buy a car or a new pair of shoes we will usually ask friend and family to share their experience. Getting advice on starting home based business can be a little more difficult with so many different business ideas and the ...
Views: 1514(2 votes) - Why Is Laser-Like Focus So Crucial and Yet So Difficult for Entrepreneurs to Maintain - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Geoff Fickeby: Geoff Ficke Why Is Laser-Like Focus So Crucial and Yet So Difficult for Entrepreneurs to Maintain When we work with small businesses, entrepreneurs and inventors in our Consumer Product Marketing and Branding Consulting group we constantly find ourselves using and reinforcing the ...
Views: 1514(1 vote) - Discovering Your Target Market - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2009 from Darrell MorrisTarget market is a phrase that is thrown around frequently. In simple terms, it is a segment of the market that is the strategic focus of your business. Being able to effectively identify who is part of your target market is important if you are developing a marketing strategy and campaign and ...
Views: 1513(2 votes) - Orphanage Volunteer - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2008 from orson dixonIf you want to become a volunteer, there are a wide range of opportunities for you. You may become a hospital volunteer, a school volunteer or even an orphanage volunteer. Different volunteer organizations work from different perspectives. They have different agendas and work in different ...
Views: 1513 - Using Excel As Accounting Software - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2013 from Julia MooreIn the property management community there are many Excel users, and that fact is not a secret. Excel is an excellent spreadsheet program that often plugs up the common gaps found in other programs for accounting. However, some property managers may rely a little too much on Excel. Recently, ...
Views: 1511(1 vote) - Business Plans Tax Writeoff? What are Some Other Tax Deductions? - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from CBS PlansNow is the time of the year to start thinking about filing taxes for your small business and we have compiled a list of some of the top deductions that you may not know about going into the tax season. There are several that you may not of known about and one of the key deductions that Coastal ...
Views: 1509(5 votes) - Cafe Software - 7 Tips for Running Profitable Internet Cafe (and some gravy on top) - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Summer PecsWhen managing a company like Internet Cafe, regardless of whether it's a big Internet Cafe or tiny one, having the appropriate software is really a must. As you are facing lots of continuing risks from hackers and non sophisticated consumers, safeguarding your company is vital. Two most ...
Views: 1509(3 votes) - What Specs You Should Look for While Choosing Access Control System - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2018 from Bradley CameronPurchasing access control systems for your business is a long term investment that can help increase security of your staff and those meeting your expanding once a day. Picking the correct arrangement can be a significant overwhelming procedure as there are a broad scope of items accessible, ...
Views: 1509 - Benefits Of Providing Online Food Delivery Services For Restaurants - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2017 from Ritesh PatilAlmost in every field, including the food industry, businesses are offering the facility of online ordering. Now, people can easily order food from their favorite place whenever they want. Now there is no need to go out to eat if time or mood doesn’t allow. Although, this trend is new, ...
Views: 1506 - The Creation of Desire (Part 1 of 3) - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2014 from Darren O ConnellJust like there is no action possible without first the idea or thought; there is no great achievement possible without the desire to achieve it. The intensity of your desire is directly proportional to the rate of which any achievement is realised. If you are able to transform your desire ...
Views: 1506(2 votes) - Cloud PBX – The Ideal Phone System for Multiple Businesses - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2012 from david clarksonMany professionals, entrepreneurs and businessmen are running multiple companies at the same time and as we all know a good and reliable phone system is a must for any company regardless how big or small it is but having a phone system for each of your company can be a disaster, this means you ...
Views: 1505 - Between rejection and perseverance - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Birgit WilhelmHave you ever noticed that as soon as you try something out of the ordinary, every body and their Dutch cousin seems to come out of the woodwork trying to discourage you. "Are you crazy, you can't make it on the Internet, that's for those techie people, you're just wasting your time and money." ...
Views: 1503(1 vote) - Bootstrap Your Massage Business Review - Easiest Guide to Start a Massage Therapy Business - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from michael reviewSome people prefer these ways : 1. Decide what types of massage you want to be able to offer your customers. There are a many massage styles to understand. Most massage therapists learn 2-3 styles of massage, one of which they will focus on. Obviously, the greater types of massage you can ...
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