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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Look out for that great accountant
- There are many factors to be considered when you are trying to select the accountant who is right for you. In other words how to find that good one. Better still, how to find that "great one".Make up a shortlist of at least 4 or 5 potential candidates. Compare what each has to offer. Come to a conclusion as to which offers the best service for the cost involved. You must find out ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Bad regulators cost small businesses
- When a regulator finds a target to go after to collect fees to insure next years budget, often it is a small business. In fact the definition of a small business includes what normal people might even think of as a medium sized business. Often a Federal Regulator might be a 26-year old kid fresh out of college being supervised by an older regulator. The younger regulator often wishes to secure his...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Business success - the 42 greatest business tips
- What does it take to grow a business and run it successfully? The main ingredient is attention to the basics, operating with integrity and following the way other successful people have run their operations.Here are StartRunGrow.com's 42 greatest business tips for you to follow: Advisers - Make sure you talk to other successful people who have already done it. There is no ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The triple a way to spark your companys profits
- Winning small and home based businesses today must continually shake things up to stay in the game. Whether it's adding new marketing twists on existing products and services or anticipating customer wants with compatible new items you can add to your product mix, hatching new ideas and concepts is vital to a profitable company.AAA Here is what I call the "Triple A" way to plant seeds o...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Overcoming your biggest competitor
- Before you read any further in this article, I'd like you to take a moment and write down who your biggest competition is.OK, got it?I'm going to go out on a limb here and tell you that no matter what company you wrote down, you're wrong. Here's what I'll tell you; no matter what industry you're in, no matter how long you've been selling, the biggest competition you face in selling i...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Where can people find information about starting a business?
- Approximately 200,000 new businesses are started each year. More people are expected to start a business for themselves this year than ever before. With economic fluctuations rippling through the business world, more and more people are getting laid off every day.People often need help finding the information they need to become a successful business owner; especially first time business ow...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Learning and growing
- As you reflect on this year and prepare for next year, what are the lessons you have learned in business and how do you plan to use those lessons to grow your business in the year ahead?And remember, in every challenge there is opportunity for growth so even if you had a challenging year it can be a stepping stone to success.I know the hustle and bustle of the holiday season can seem...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Got stimulation?
- An observation while returning home from a seminar: Getting away from the everyday allows room for analysis and new thoughts. Stimulation while away from the everyday energizes analytical and concept ional thinking.The above observation was formulated in-flight while attempting my normal travel timekiller, enjoying reading a popular adventure novel. But stimulating thoughts from the two-day...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Preparing to launch your small business
- Small business owners often enter their field with great expectations. Unfortunately, reality strikes shortly afterwards. Here's how you can enter the entrepreneurial battle ground with confidence...First, embrace the optimism but don't be blind to the obstacles in your path. You set yourself up for failure when your expectations are too high. You should expect success. You should expect fi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Why is my restaurant not full every monday night?
- In a quest for customers and to keep those customers, restaurants are now compelled to develop a marketing plan. Marketing plans are a crucial component for anyone who has the desire to make their restaurant a success.Marketing plans are a crucial component for anyone who has the desire to make their restaurant a success. In a quest for customers and to keep those customers, restaurant are ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Self-employment: do you know the difference between rates and wages
- The difference between rates and wages is not always clear to newly self-employed people and their wage-earning clients.Both look similar on the surface; both are expressed in dollars and cents per hour. But they each represent something very different.Wages are the payment a worker receives for his labor.Rates are the payment a business receives for performing a serivce to a ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Starting is the hardest part
- You can't imagine how many people ask me how I did it. To turn my back onto convention, to turn a deaf ear on the people who wants what is best for me, to snub my nose at people who thinks I am making one of the biggest mistakes in my life?etc. Hey, this is what I do best, so, I am really good at this. Granted, not everyone is as good at defying convention (and logic) as me, so, I'll keep t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to remove stress from owning a business... forever!
- I meet and talk to hundreds and hundreds of business owners every year and do you know what I've discovered? Virtually all of them are regularly suffering from stress.It dawned on me while running a seminar one day... stress is caused by pressure. Isaac Newton's Second Law of Motion says for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. That means in order for there to be pressure t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Want to grow your business? make an irresistible offer
- My clients and many of my readers are small and home-based business owners, and one of the biggest struggles they face is getting new customers.Getting new customers is costly and requires a repeated effort. Once you have a customer it is easier to retain them as long as they are receiving value and benefit from their relationship with you.I recall a woman I dealt with years ago whil...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Adh will make your life more productive & your life more profitable
- What is a Virtual Assistant?? A Virtual Assistant is that indispensable element of your office staff - a professional that provides high quality administrative services in a highly scalable, value added format.? A Virtual Assistant is not an employee of your company, but rather an independent 1099 contractor who can work either by the hour or by retainer.? A Virtual Assistant ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Is brick and mortar a passing fad?
- Q: Is the online world the best place to sell a product or service these days? My friends seem to think that brick and mortar stores will totally disappear in the future. I debate this all the time with them, but it seems to be heading that way. Your thoughts? - Alex H.At last report, Alex, Sam Walton was still resting comfortably in his discounted grave, so I'd say brick and mortar is safe...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Choosing a business thats right for you
- Q: I really want to start my own business, but I have no idea what business would be best suited for me. I'm also eager to get started, but I don't want to pick the wrong business just because I'm impatient. How should I go about deciding what business would be best for me? -- Samuel J.A: Before I answer your question, Samuel, I want you to reach around and pat yourself on the back for not ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - There are no dumb business questions, not!
- Q: I'm curious. What is the dumbest business question you've ever been asked? -- Norris W.A: Shame on you, Norris. There is no such thing as a dumb business question. OK, that's not exactly true. There are dumb business questions and I do get quite a few of them. Not through this column, of course. People intelligent enough to actually use a computer and surf the World Wide Web would never ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The business autopsy: a fact of life
- Last week we discussed the importance of performing an autopsy on a dead business. No, I haven't been watching too many of those wonderfully graphic, TV forensic investigation shows. The reason I recommend you do a business autopsy is to uncover the exact reasons why the business died. This is valuable information that can not only heal feelings of personal failure, but also better prepare you for...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The business failed, but did you?
- Q: After years of dreaming about starting my own business, I finally took the plunge a little over a year ago. To say the least, my dream quickly became a nightmare. The business didn't do nearly as well as I had hoped. I ran out of money within six months and had to take out a second mortgage on my house just to keep things going. I have now closed the business and am left with a pile of bills th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - North county san diego small business
- North County San Diego has had some significant growth, and it appears to be a wonderful place to run a business. It has a strong middle class upward bias and plenty of opportunity and employment. If you are thinking of a place to live near the California Coast some of the best weather in the World you might consider it. Lots businesses, customers and cash flow. We visited Legoland in Carlsbad, Ca...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Canon city, colorado - good for small business
- Canon City, Colorado is known for it's 6 Prisons; State and Federal, women's prison and juvenile. It is also home to the First Colorado Territorial Prison. Pictured here. Most of the people work for the prison system and it is the main employer of the town. This helps the local business community with high paying jobs. The small town has 7 new car dealerships and six used dealerships. Canon City i...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Arranging your fundraiser
- When deciding to host a fundraiser for your company or organization there are many fundraising ideas available to you for choosing. The most popular fundraising ideas range from chocolate, magazines and candles to candy and much more!When picking your fundraising product be sure to pick a product that will have a good mark up and will be an easy sell. Most people like candy as well as most ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The abcs of fundraising
- There are many little details that go into making sure your fundraising event is a successful event. The key is to have all your fundraising details laid out in front of you before you even start. Below are some tips to help you get started on the right foot for your fundraiser:What is the purpose of your fundraiser? While this is the easiest question, it can sometimes be the hardest questi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 5 steps to success for small business owners
- Everyone wants to succeed in life. Most people want to succeed in business. And no one starts a business of any sort wanting to fail.Yet the sad fact is that 80% of businesses will fail in the first 3 years of operation.So what can you do to ensure your success?Luckily these five simple (never confuse simple with easy), tried and tested steps dramatically increase your chances...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Franchising pros and cons
- Last week's question from Anthony R. on how to choose the franchise that would best fulfill his life-long dream of owning his own business sparked a number of emails from other readers wanting to offer their two cents on the subject.Some folks offered helpful insights and suggestions on how to pick a franchise and a few things to watch out for, while other emails came from current franchise...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Franchises offer shortcuts, but not control
- Q: I will be retiring this year at age 60 and intend to fulfill my lifelong dream of owning my own business. I'm too old to start from scratch, so I'm looking at several franchise opportunities, including fast food, auto parts, and an accounting service. What should I consider before choosing one? Anthony R.A: Congratulations on the retirement, Anthony, and on the new business venture. As t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Small business marketing series ? choosing a niche market
- Many smaller businesses choose niche markets for various reasons and these niche markets can be very lucrative. This article will look at ways to identify and assess whether they are right for your business?For many smaller businesses it is important to have a focused strategy which enables them to operate in a small part of a chosen market with great success. This has a further advantage o...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Entrepreneurs ask: what can a virtual assistant do for me?
- Great question!Freeing your time is an indisputably key element in growing your business! When you delegate tasks to the capable hands of a professional Virtual Assistant (VA), you can quickly and easily refocus your energies on other aspects of business directly linked to generating revenue.Partnering with a professional Virtual Assistant will:Increase your revenue. De...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - De-ionization decisions in mobile car washing
- Many mobile car wash operators would like to add de-ionized water to their cleaning process. However before you do this you need to understand the reality of the return on investment. You must also realize how the de-ionization process works.De-ionizing tanks take the water and clean it from 16 parts per million to 1-2 parts per million. They usually last for 2,000 gallons if a water soften...