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  • Top Tips For Starting Your New Business  By : Roy Babineaux
    Prices are going up, up, up and just about everybody is needing a little extra cash these days. This is probably the best time ever for you to own your own small business.

    Now before you start thinking you'll have to get a bank loan, remember that you can own a small home-based business for just a few dollars--or even FREE.

    You can easily run your home business from your kitchen table and, frankly, you can finance your business from a few bucks you save out of the groce...
  • Moving Past Fear To Small Business Success  By : Michael Clark
    One of my clients is in a transition stage with her business. Her practice has become so successful that she no longer has the time to do her administrative work or even the marketing work that helped her become successful. I am working with her developing a plan to hire administrative and functional staff that will allow her to continue to grow her business and enjoy her work life.

    One of the issues we are facing which affects many business owners is that if she doesn’t h...
  • Awareness And Mastery – Two Essential Keys To A Successful Small Business  By : Michael Clark
    At the heart of it, mastery is practice. Mastery is staying on the path."
    ~ George Leonard
    US pioneer in human potential

    We often hear managers complaining that their employees aren’t productive, don’t listen and just can’t consistently get the job done. As a youth sports coach, I hear coaches with similar complaints—the kids don’t listen, don’t know where to go and don’t try very hard. I can’t relate. The boys on my team are usually focused, do what I ask of them, and w...
  • Higher Returns With Entrepreneurial Investing  By : Francis Kier
    Long-term investing in the stock market can offer a passive return around 5-8% if you remain invested for 30 years; but, unfortunately, that return is before taxes and inflation. This is so low because the company founders, backers, early investors, investment bankers, etc., have removed all foreseeable profit from the company before it is ever offered to the public market. There is a spectrum of investments available to you that is dependent on how much effort you are willin...
  • Quitting Your Full Time Job To Start Your Own Business  By : Daphne Succes
    If your current career isn’t everything that you had hoped it would be, it may be time to consider quitting your full time job to start your own business. It’s difficult to work around the boss’s schedule, have to ask for a pay raise and wait for a promotion that may never come. A growing number of people are turning toward their own businesses for complete career satisfaction.

    Before quitting your full time job to start your own business, there are some very important thi...
  • Rehabilitation Of Injured Workers Boosts The Bottom Line  By : Jim Christian
    To most employers, Workers’ Compensation insurance is a necessary evil. Not only a statutory requirement, it ensures that employees injured in the course of their work are taken care of. It can, however, be very costly, particularly for larger companies where the premium is based, in part, on claims experience.

    Work accidents can never be completely prevented, however, with the implementation of safe work practices and a strong rehabilitation policy, the number of incident...
  • Advertising Through Email  By : Just Stefan
    During a email campaign address to your clients, members or mailing list subscribers it is also necessary to monitor it and know when your emails are actually read.
  • Top Ten Reasons To Hire A Personal Coach  By : Kim Olver
    Have you considered hiring a personal coach? Jack Canfield, in The Success Principles says hiring a "personal coach is one of the best-kept secrets of the successful."

    1. A coach can help you clarify your vision and goals. If you have a sense that what you are doing isn’t the thing you really want for your life but you don’t have a clear vision of what you do want, then a coach can help you get clear.

    2. A coach can support you through your difficult times. Sometimes,...
  • Acquiring Construction Equipment  By : Chris Warren
    Many companies and contractors in need of acquiring new or used construction equipment often don't have the financial resources needed to buy the construction equipment outright, unless it is a large corporation or some branch of the government. This is when the option of renting or leasing construction equipment comes into play. Deciding to rent or lease often depends on what the contractor or business manager feels most comfortable doing from a financial perspective after e...
  • Ten Reasons To Implement Choice Theory In Your Organization  By : Kim Olver
    What is Choice Theory (CT)? CT is a theory of the explanation of human behavior. CT has applicability to both a person’s personal and professional life. It teaches us about our five basic needs, how to meet those needs in a responsible way, and how to take personal responsibility for getting those needs met.

    I have assisted many companies with implementing the concepts and principles of Choice Theory (CT) in the workplace over the years. Their reasons ranged from mere curi...
  • Enabling Sarbanes Oxley Compliance  By : Earl Powers
    Sarbanes Oxley compliance is not a one-day, a one-month, or even a one-year project; instead, Sarbanes Oxley compliance should be built into your corporate infrastructure as early as possible when you begin making changes. The more quickly you transition your business into long-term strategy change, the better you're going to be able to control Sarbanes Oxley compliance issues.

    There are a number of issues you can expect to impede this process:

    Project mindset - Your ma...
  • Getting Started: Creating a Business Plan  By : Michael Hehn
    Some thoughts about getting started with any kind of business.
    This article will show you how important a business plan is when
    starting anew business.
  • Franchises For Sale - To Buy Or Not To Buy  By : Trevor Marshall
    Franchising is a business model where a franchisee gets the permission start a branch that uses the name and methods of the franchisor in exchange for royalty fees. It differs a bit from starting your own business due to the fact that you are using the proven business strategy of an established company. An article by the Financial Times concluded that sales by franchises in the United States - if translated into gross national product - would rank in as the world’s 7th bigges...
  • Pallets - Are plastic pallets worth the extra cost?  By : Ventura
    An overview of pallet design and use. Pallets are a small, but vital cog in the supply system that transports goods around the country. Most pallets are thrown away after a single use. Companies considering longer life pallets need to be aware of all the options.
  • 3 Easy Ways To Make More Money This Year  By : Brandon Hopkins
    Successful business owners all have one thing in common, they are never satisfied with sales levels. Whether you are making $10,000 a year or $1 million a year, there is always a possibility for growth.

    Growth only comes when you realize it can happen. You will not grow if you are content or can't see the future possibilities for growth.

    Here are three easy ways that you can transform your business from the level it is at, into a profit making machine.

    1. Always trac...
  • Online Billing: To Suppress or Not To Suppress?  By : Jeffery Downs
    Electronic billing or online billing presents opportunities to significantly reduce the cost of sending bills and receiving payments. In this article we will explore how to effectively use online billing to cut costs and increase profits.
  • Managing Your Workday Interruptions  By : Dave Lindbeck
    Staying focused is vital to accomplishing your goals and being productive. During the workday, several interruptions may keep you from getting your job done. How should you deal with these types of interruptions?

    1. Non work calls to your cell phone.

    Unless you use your cell phone in your work, keep it turned off so that personal calls go to voicemail. Return urgent calls during a break in your work. Everything else can be returned in your free time.

    It's importan...
  • Three Ways To Create A Trade Show Booth Backdrop  By : Rick Hendershot
    So you've rented a 10' space at a trade show, and now you want to create an interesting and professional looking graphic backdrop. At this point most people who know anything at all about trade show displays will opt for a "popup display". But in spite of the popularity of "standard" popup displays, there are other alternatives you might consider.

    Here is a very brief introduction to 3 different methods of creating a graphic backdrop for your trade show display area.

    1....
  • How Rich Is Rich?  By : Codi Morieta
    Just how wealthy should a person be to be considered financially self-reliant?

    To the question "How Rich is Rich", there is no specific answer.

    It is likely that there will be a difference in opinion between two persons who may have the same financial status in life. We can expect an even obvious difference in answers between two persons who are not in the same financial status.

    Some answers may sound like the following:

    * A person is wealthy if he/she has a net w...
  • Packaging For An Online Business  By : Philip Busk
    Have you ever waited with anticipation for that special something to show up in the mail only to receive a smashed box with broken pieces inside or liquid dripping out the sides? Packaging has always been a critical component of successful retail products. Packaging is also critical for successful products sold online. However, there are differences between the two types of packaging that should be considered. When a product is displayed in a retail store, it is competing wit...
  • Surviving Office Relocation  By : Trevor Marshall
    One of the major problems of a growing business is the need for expansion or even relocation. The company would be faced on opening up a new branch, remodeling the present office, and relocating to a bigger office space. When a business to be suddenly interrupted by office relocation, management tends to panic due to disorganization. For efficient office relocation, the company needs advanced planning for a smooth moving experience.

    1. Hire An Expert

    To survive the mes...
  • Doing Business In The Future - Business Process Management  By : Trevor Marshall
    Business Process Management (BPM) is a set of activities performed by organizations to improve or streamline their business processes. Since software tools are usually used to aid these activities, these software tools are referred to as Business Process Management Systems.

    - Business Process Management Systems

    Business Process Management has been in place for some time now. Due to the introduction of software tools, however, there has been renewed interest in the body...
  • Boost Employee Morale With An Employee Incentive Program  By : Trevor Marshall
    Is there a lull in your office? Are your employees not satisfied anymore with the way that you are manning the place? Good managers know from their own observations that employee attitude affects their work and eventually the company’s output.

    When your employees have a happy and healthy attitude the company will be able to reap the many benefits of this through the constant flow of good business as well as higher profits. But what if the employees are actually not happy ...
  • Toll Free Conference Calls  By : Will Hanke
    Conference calls are a convenient method of communicating with a lot of people all at once. Technologies today allow many different types of conference calling.

    For a small business, simple 3-way calling may suffice. This feature is available through your telephone company and whatever long-distance rates you have on the phone that originates the call will apply.

    When several people located in many different places need to access conference calls, a conference call comp...
  • Runaway Meetings Are The Top Time Waster At Work  By : Barbara Bartlein, The People Pro
    Meetings have been identified as the top time waster at work. Learn how to make your meetings more productive with these ideas.
  • Crane Hire or Contract Lift? - That is the question.  By : Ventura
    Hiring a crane is a lot more complex than hiring a van. There are all sorts of Health and Safety considerations to be taken into account. In many cases companies would be better advised to go with the Contract Lift option offered by many crane hire companies.
  • The Advantages Of An Executive Suite Over A Home Office  By : Mark Stone
    Choosing the right executive office suite can be the solution you are looking for when your home office no longer supports your business’s success. The benefits of a home office may soon be over shadowed by staff growth or the need to branch out to more prominent city locations. The natural progression of your office needs may also complete the image you have of your business.

    Executive office suites can offer your business completely furnished amenities, the perfect image...
  • Outsource Your Intranet? It Makes More Sense Than You May Think.  By : Rick Mosenkis
    Until recently, if a company wanted to implement an intranet, they first had to install an internal network. Next they had to install a web server and set it up to host their internal documents. This created an intranet, which is an internal network that uses web-based technology. The difference between an intranet and a traditional company network is that everything on the intranet is accessed through a web browser.

    To secure access to the intranet, the company needs to ...
  • Is Your Band Ready For CD Duplication Or CD Replication?  By : Blake Stoffregen
    It’s a typical situation. You’ve been putting a lot of energy in your craft and people are starting to talk about your band. You’ve played a few shows and everyone is asking for a CD. I used to think that in order to release your own CD you would go out and play a bunch of shows and then someone would come out and sign you. They’d take care of everything. They’d set up the recording studio, organize the artwork, and pay for it to get manufactured. That’s not the case these da...
  • A Tickler File For Sales And Networking  By : Stephen Labuda
    If you are involved in sales, fundraising or just an active networker, you have probably tried a variety of tools to manage your contact list and remind yourself to stay in touch with all of the prospects and people you meet. This tickler file is designed to be an inexpensive, effective, tool that can be used by salespeople in a variety of different types of organizations.

    This tickler file uses inexpensive index cards and a simple file box. You will need the following it...
  • How Do I Build A Winning Business Plan? Part 1  By : Neil Best
    Using sample business plans and their structure, along with studying as many business plan examples as you can, will provide you with the necessary framework to consider your business from every possible angle.

    Starting or running your business without a business plan is akin to being a human without a skeleton!

    Not only will using a sample structure highlight any areas you haven't fully thought through, but it will also provide you with a good idea of what makes a goo...
  • Are Truckers Going Soft?  By : Mike Dobson
    The answer is … yes! Actually, truckers are going for trucking software to make their life a little easier. A trucker’s life is not all about being behind the wheel of a big rig. They have a lot of paperwork and information to keep track of for themselves as well as the trucking company that employs them. There is a variety of trucking software programs out on the market today, so it depends on what needs to be accomplished as opposed to which of the variety of trucking softw...
  • What A Load Of ...  By : Mike Dobson
    Non-truckers often don’t stop and think about the trucking industry and the many trucking companies that help keep the economy going. Without those big rigs hauling various loads, whether it is gasoline, office supplies or grocery items, this country would be at a stand still. Where do you think the gasoline you pump comes from? What about that package of diapers you are buying your child? How did they get on the shelves? The answer: a big truck delivers all of that and much ...
  • GPS - Reduce unauthorized mileage in your company fleet and track your assets.  By : Ventura
    A GPS system can be used to work out exacrtly where your trucks, or other vehicles are. It can give voice directions to your drivers, saving time on deliveries. The same box can be interfaced with the engine management computer so that once your vehicle moves outof a predefined area, the engine power drops, and continues to drop the further the vehicle moves from your operations area.
  • Design For Six Sigma  By : Peter Peterka
    Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) is the application of Six Sigma principles to the design of products and their manufacturing and support processes. Whereas Six Sigma by definition focuses on the production phase of a product, DFSS focuses on research, design, and development phases. DFSS combines many of the tools that are used to improve existing products or services and integrates the voice of the customer and simulation methods to predict new process and product performance.
    ...
  • What Is Company Fraud And How Do You Stop It? (Part 2 Of 2)  By : Peter Granger
    In the first article of this series, I defined fraud, discussed how it can occur in a company, and provided some real-life examples of when and how it has occurred in the corporate world. (To read the first article, visit inlogik.com/12530+0+free-articles.htm.) In this - the second - article, we get down to nuts and bolts; how do you minimize fraud in YOUR company?

    There are two main steps required to stop fraud in your company: Step 1 - identify your fraud risks; Step 2 -...
  • What Is Company Fraud And How Do You Stop It? (Part 1 Of 2)  By : Peter Granger
    Did you know that it is very likely your company is a victim of fraud? In fact, it's probably happening right now! Fraud takes many forms - some obvious and well known, others subtle and unmarked. This two-part article sheds some light on the topic. Part 1 helps you determine whether your company is vulnerable to (or, indeed, already a victim of) fraud. It discusses fraud in further detail and provides definitions and real-life fraud examples. Part 2 goes on to explain how yo...
  • Virtual Offices - Have an office in 10 major international cities for less than $11K  By : Ventura
    A virtual office can provide all the facilities and advantages of a physical office - at only $1000 a year. For less than the cost of a single office suite you can now have a virtual office in every major market, either within USA or internationally.
  • What Is Sarbanes Oxley?  By : Earl Powers
    When the Enron and MCI scandals broke, it became clear to the US government as well as everyone else that something needed to be done to prevent financial abuses from harming the public. A bipartisan team of legislators led by Senator Paul Sarbanes and Representative Michael G. Oxley put together the Sarbanes Oxley Act, also titled the Public Company Accounting Reform and Investor Protection Act of 2002, and more manageably called SOX for short. It was overwhelmingly passed b...
  • Developing a Business Plan!  By : Hans Hasselfors
    There are many important steps to consider when developing a business plan for your company, but the first step is to fully understand the main uses of a business-plan. The four main uses of a business-plan are as follows:
  • Why A Good Credit Score Is Important To Your Business  By : Tim Knox
    Do you know your credit score is?

    Do you even know WHAT a credit score is?

    Don't feel bad.

    Most people don't.

    Your credit score tells lenders the type of borrower you will likely be based on your credit history. Scores in the United States run between 300 and 950.

    The higher your score the more likely is it that you will be approved for loans at favorable rates and payment terms.

    You might think your credit score is not a big deal unless you are trying to g...
  • Business Wear News You Can Use  By : Bridget P. Allen
    The transition to business wear can be pretty tricky sometimes. You want to “WOW” your co-workers without going overboard.

    It is important to remember that not all casual clothing is appropriate for business wear.

    In order to do this effectively, the sophisticated woman needs a few basic business wear essentials.

    · First, you’ll need simple flat-front pair of black pants. Black dress pants are versatile and can be dressed up or down as needed. An additional pair of k...
  • What Is Good Corporate Governance?  By : LeeAnna
    Good corporate governance refers to methods, laws and policies that direct, control and administers important functions of a corporation. Principal stakeholders and board of directors within the corporation are the ones who manage the principal corporation. Good corporate governance ensures the goals of the management stays within the lines of agreement of the stakeholders. Most people think there is no difference between stakeholders and shareholders in a corporation however...
  • The Learning Process About Money And Wealth  By : Rene Graeber
    What did you learn about money? Where did you learn about money or wealth?

    Let us touch on the issue of our basic educational institutions, the schools, where we learn about the facts of life.

    What are the subjects covered in school?

    Language, mathematics, science, history, social studies, religion, among others are all important for us to study to blend ourselves well with society.

    Even in the collegiate level, depending on what course one chooses to take, le...
  • A Heavy Global Industry  By : Chris Warren
    The global demand for heavy construction equipment has increased dramatically over the preceding years. This demand of heavy construction equipment is highly accredited in part to the recovery from a recession in assorted Asian countries, as well as in Latin America, Russia, and Africa. Regardless of the fact that the heavy construction equipment industry is not as heavily concentrated as it had been in previous years, acquisitions are still going strong and substantial partn...
  • Sarbanes Oxley Compliance - Will Tighter Controls Work?  By : Earl Powers
    Sarbanes Oxley act had been levied for tighter controls and stricter regulations for company’s internal controls. According to the Sarbanes Oxley compliance companies with market capitalization of more than $75 million need to file their financial reports by the June 15th. This date was alter amended up to 15th November. All other companies need to files their financial return for any fiscal year by 15th July.

    Sarbanes Oxley compliance with section 302 requires any CEO or...
  • Tips For Successfully Outsourcing Services To Freelancers Or Outsourcing Service Providers  By : Parveen Panwar
    Small businesses and entrepreneurs always benefit by outsourcing their services to professional service providers or freelancers as this saves them time and money. The money saved due to outsourcing can be effectively and successfully utilized to focus more on strategic and core business functions.

    This article will help small businesses and entrepreneurs in making the right decision in choosing the correct service provider for them and managing their projects.

    Tips for...
  • How To Write A Startup Business Plan  By : Dan Amato
    Why Do I Need A Business Plan?

    Why do you need to write a business plan? There are a number of reasons. Writing a plan dramatically increases your chances of success as an entrepreneur.

    Here are just a few reasons why you would want to write a business plan.

    1. Evaluating initial startup costs.
    2. Determining what it will take to make a profit.
    3. Analyzing your competition and it's success and failures (which you can capitalize on)
    4. Well defined rolls of all pe...
  • Sarbanes Oxley Section 404 Or Was That Page Not Found 404!  By : Earl Powers
    Sarbanes Oxley 404 refers to the section 404 of the Sarbanes Oxley act according to which it entitles to have stricter internal controls while documenting the financial status of the company. Most of the senior executive in the top corporate world emphasize on compliance with Sarbanes Oxley 404 section.

    Sarbanes Oxley 404 is directed towards management, members of corporate teams working toward assessment of internal controls over financial reporting and audit committee m...
  • Are You Frightened By the Phrase "Businesses and Your Credit Report"?  By : lar
    Businesses and your credit report: sometimes that is enough to make anyone shiver.
  • Business - What is it?  By : Bart Samuri
    The word "Business" Has many different meanings. The word business is yet another one of those lovely English words that is used for many different things. Many people already know all the different contexts the word business can be used in. If you asked those people to name them off the top of their head, they probably couldn’t think of them all. In this article I will define the most commonly used forums of the word. Lets get started!
  • Where Can You Find Sources Of Funds For Your Business?  By : Dr. Drew Henry
    If you need help to fund your business, there are some things you need to do first, that can make your business more attractive to investors. The followings are an easy way to improve your business image and make it become good-looking in investors’ eyes.

    The most important thing, you should always talk to a qualified business attorney. There are a lot of laws pertaining to how equity capital can be raised from the public, and the laws change often. You need someone who un...
  • To Earn Extreme Wealth -- Offer Extreme Value  By : Bill McDermott
    Everywhere you look people are trying to make money with new or existing businesses. Often you see somebody doing quite well with their business, obviously making some real money. But even more often, you see businesses of all sizes truly struggling. Some only stay in business for a few weeks or months before disappearing.

    Let's get one thing clear. Just setting up shop won't guarantee you'll make money. This is a very competitive world and getting more competitive by the ...
  • Business Insurance  By : Joseph Kenny
    There is no denying the fact that success of a business depends on the hard work of the team but one disaster can wipe out your efforts and bring down the profits to dust. So, to avoid such an instance, you need to insure your business, whether it is a small enterprise or a large corporation.

    There are insurance companies, which have policies that combine protection for all major property and liability risks in one package. You can also opt for separate coverage. Such a p...
  • What Is Invoice Factoring And Invoice Discounting?  By : Henry Byers
    The Romans were the first civilization to sell promissory notes at a discount, beginning the industry of factoring. America was built largely on the possibilities of factoring, when colonial businesses were factored by Europeans willing to invest cash in exchange for the promise of large returns, and government bonds also use the same principles applied by businesses when they engage in invoice factoring.

    Invoice factoring is, at its simplest, the sale of the right to coll...
  • Bootstrap Financing Your Way To Business Success  By : Stephen Pope
    Do you need to start or grow your business but have little money? Before you look to banks and similar sources of financing, why not bootstrap your way to business success?

    A bootstrap is a small loop of leather or other material that is found on the top rear or sides of a boot. The purpose of the bootstrap is to help you pull your boot on.

    In business, bootstrapping has come to mean helping oneself without seeking outside help. It means using your own resources to fin...
  • International Construction On Demand  By : Chris Warren
    The largest manufacturers of heavy construction equipment are located in the United States, Japan, Germany, France and the United Kingdom. Whereas the second largest and less competitive manufacturers of heavy construction equipment are found in Canada, China, Russia, Latin America, South Korea, Italy, Belgium and Sweden. Yet this position can shift easily with today's ever changing market trends and with developing countries being able to attract heavy construction equipment...
  • Tips For Buying A Pouch Laminator  By : Ken Morris
    The pouch laminator is the most common and economical laminating equipment for most homes and offices. They are compact and don’t require a laminator stand. They can be used on any counter, furniture or desk top and can be stored when not in use. Laminators vary in size and are available in sizes up to 20 inches.

    A pouch laminating machine costs less and is easier to operate than a roll laminator. You can find them in any office supply store, online or in most stores that ...
  • Will Call Center Management Software Improve Your Business?  By : LeeAnna
    Call center management software is becoming increasingly popular, even with businesses that have only a few workers. More often called “contact centers,” call center management software has the ability to control and handle the many different needs of businesses today. Many features include instant routing of important customers to the best agents, reduce holding times for customers, and offer more efficient scheduling of employees and detailed reporting. Your call center man...
  • How To Choose Your Temporary Office Space  By : LeeAnna
    If you need office space, but you don't want to pay for a year or more lease, then you should look into renting temporary office space. For what ever reason you need temporary office space for, maybe your office is being painted, or your looking for a new location, there are many places that will offer you just what you need to get your business started or to keep your business going. If you are looking for an individual office or several individual offices, many dealers offe...
  • The Importance Of Business Plan  By : Dr. Drew Henry
    Do you need more money to expand your business? If yes, you need a business plan. If you are starting a business, despite the work involved, a business plan can prepare you for the obstacles ahead and help ensure your success.

    Creating a business plan forces you to contemplate possible obstacles to your business and prepares you to find solutions that will help you to overcome them. Most of many small companies fail to create, however, many business owners are adamant tha...
  • Making Your Business’ Credit Card Work Smarter  By : Peter Sissons
    Credit cards are convenient financial means for hundreds of millions of people all over the world. However, personal use is not the only way credit cards come in handy. Credit cards can also be a major benefit for covering business expenses. If you own your own business, you may want to consider applying for a business credit card. Most credit card companies offer a number of options for companies interested in opening a business credit card. The type of business credit card ...
  • How Buying Invoices Works  By : Henry Byers
    If you have a problem with cash flow, you might consider finding a company that engages in buying invoices to get you on the right track again. Often, through no fault of their own, small and large companies find themselves in a bind because they don't have enough cash to meet debt payments, to pay employees, or to invest in needed materials and manpower in order to bid on lucrative, time-sensitive contracts. In these cases and some others, companies buying invoices from you ...
  • New Or Used Construction Equipment - The Return On Investment Decision  By : Chris Warren
    It has always been a debate whether to buy new or used construction equipment. Smaller fleets prefer to buy used construction equipment as they attract less capital investments. Another reason for people to opt for used construction equipment is that they are sometimes as good as new and come at a very heavy discounted price as compared to that offered at the showrooms.

    Moreover, Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) and TradeYard, Inc, have jointly announced an allianc...
  • Profiles Of The Powerful: Advertising Exec Dudley Fitzpatrick  By : Allan Kalish
    In a sense, the entrance to SFGT is a window into the person who leads the company, Dudley Fitzpatrick, CEO. Open the big front door of the old town house on Walnut Street and the first thing you notice is three old stone steps. Couldn't they afford new steps?
    Then you see the second door. It's all glass and through it you see the modern reception room,
    the classic furniture, the attractive receptionist and the small oriental rug in the center of the beautiful wood floor. "...
  • How To Avoid Those Mind-Boggling Depreciation Rules  By : Wayne M. Davies
    Tired of dealing with those complex depreciation rules? Thanks to recent tax law changes, here's how to avoid them completely while benefiting from a lucrative small business tax break that not only puts money in your pocket, but also makes the filing of your income tax return much simpler.

    What am I talking about? It's called the Section 179 deduction, and if there's one tax law you need to understand, this is it. Here's why:

    The Section 179 deduction enables the Small...
  • Conducting A Market Analysis On Your Business  By : Rodney Boettger
    The term "market analysis" is often confusing to entrepreneurs, especially for people who focus on a specific niche or market segment.

    In fact, many small business owners don't understand the process or complain that conducting a market analysis is too complicated or too expensive and wonder why or if it is necessary.

    What is market analysis?

    In the most basic terms, a market analysis is an assessment of:

    - A particular problem or opportunity in a market.
    - The n...
  • Success in Business!  By : Hans Hasselfors
    Here is a secret that may be difficult for you to believe, so prepare yourself. It is an extremely important secret that can have a most profound impact on your small business success, or it's failure.
  • Creating a Business Strategy  By : Hans Hasselfors
    No matter what kind of business you have -- whether you sell products or a service, as the saying goes, "if you fail to plan, then you're really planning to fail."
  • Successful Entrepreneurs  By : Hans Hasselfors
    Studies have shown that successful entrepreneurs possess these characteristics:
  • The Number One Reason For Business Failure!  By : Hans Hasselfors
    Ralph Waldo Emerson said, "Build a better mousetrap, and the world will beat a path to your door."

    But when you're starting your own business, there's no guarantee that your "mousetrap" is going to survive, especially in today's fast-paced business world.
  • Your Business Plan Will Become Your Partner  By : Hans Hasselfors
    Are you planning to start a new business? Or are you considering expanding your current business and require a bank loan or investment from outsiders?

    If you are going to look for an investment of capital it is quite likely that you will be required to have a business plan. If you are starting a business, despite the work involved, a business plan can prepare you for the obstacles ahead and help ensure your success.
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