Small Business Articles

Business » Small Business | By Richard Taylor @ Monday, 13th October 2008 @ 7:47 AM

Let me set the scenario for you. Your small business is growing and you\'re wondering whether you should consider incorporation for it, or continue on as a sole trader? Hopefully this article will help you answer that question and take you through all the advantages of small business incorporation. Let\'s start with the issue of personal liability protection. If you incorporate your small business it becomes a totally independent legal entity, and as a result ... more...

Business » Small Business | By Aydan Corkern @ Thursday, 9th October 2008 @ 3:06 AM

Do you own a small business? Do you feel like your business is about to go up in smoke because of all the financial problems that our country is having as a whole? I\'m sure that you aren\'t the only one that feels that way. We have been hit by so many different types of companies having trouble that this country as a whole doesn\'t know where to turn. First it was the automakers that started having trouble. Then our housing companies and now our banks. The only problem is... more...

Business » Small Business | By Kennerly Clay @ Wednesday, 8th October 2008 @ 1:35 PM

Whether you need help starting a small business or you\'re taking your existing business to the next level, step away from the entire picture and ask yourself, \"What is the biggest vision I can imagine for my business?\" Is the very thought of a bigger vision daunting to you? I remember a moment myself when the idea of taking myself from doing my business in a small, \"comfortable\" way vs. doing it in a manner beyond my imagination, having success beyond what I curr... more...

Business » Small Business | By Kennerly Clay @ Wednesday, 8th October 2008 @ 1:31 PM

When I dispense advice for home business, I always emphasize marketing. I come from a marketing/PR background so marketing has always been a consideration for me as a home business owner. How can I tout myself? How can I let the world -- and people in my network -- know about my products? How can I be creative and make people want to pick up the phone or go online and order? Here\'s some advice for home business that is so easy to implement, you may as well apply it right no... more...

Business » Small Business | By Ramapati Singhania @ Monday, 6th October 2008 @ 3:03 PM

Articles of incorporation are the foundation stone of a new company and later on are used as a legal document of the company just like the constitution of a country. Not only do they serve as a legal framework, they are also used for shaping the policies of the company, the way its management needs to be handled and how it is supposed to run the company. These articles of incorporation are filed with the registrar of companies. Sample articles of incorporation are easy to find, but, but a... more...

Business » Small Business | By gregory burrus @ Saturday, 4th October 2008 @ 12:30 AM

First let\'s be clear about what we mean by automate. When I talk about automation I\'m not talking about ignoring your customer needs. As a small business flexibility and keeping track of customer preferences are a must. Therefore automation for a small business owner means utilizing smart, simple systems to automate certain aspects of running your business while you continue to serve and meet your customer\'s needs. It bears repeating that you must continue to serve your ... more...

Business » Small Business | By Rebecca Kepple @ Friday, 3rd October 2008 @ 12:46 AM

There is a constant debate between long and short-term goals in business. When it comes to goals, most people want to make as much money in the shortest amount of time as possible. But, just because the sales are flowing does not mean you are establishing the client base that will keep the money running into your doors for years to come. Sadly far too many businesses in the salon, spa and clinic sector are forced to close their doors every year due to a simple lack of funds. It i... more...

Business » Small Business | By James Montgomery @ Tuesday, 30th September 2008 @ 10:08 PM

\"You\'re Fired\" can give you peace of mind on the road to an exit strategy. Business owners can learn how to \"fire themselves\". There was an article in the newspaper recently about a couple that was going to retire. The columnist was going through the fund of money that was necessary to replace earning income in order for the couple to live the lifestyle that they wanted. With today\'s miniscule interest rates, the amount of money needed to totally re... more...

Business » Small Business | By Max Johnson @ Monday, 29th September 2008 @ 6:53 PM

As you are looking to purchase an ice machine or a commercial ice machine for your restaurant, bar, country club or golf course, there are some questions that you may have prior to your purchase to make sure that you are purchasing an adequate sized ice machine for the needs of your facility. Here are some common questions: How do I determine how much ice I will need for my facility? This is a question asked by many and we will provide some figures that are averages for proper ice ... more...

Business » Small Business | By Todd Brabender @ Monday, 29th September 2008 @ 5:17 PM

As the year starts to wind down, many businesses and entrepreneurs are making plans and budgets for the year ahead. Those plans could include anything from setting up goals for new products to preparing marketing, sales and PR/publicity campaigns. When it comes to your publicity plan, WHEN you launch your campaign can be just as important to what and how you launch. HOLIDAY PUBLICITY OPPORTUNITIES: If your product/business lends itself to increased holiday sales, the next few weeks are... more...