Do You Have the Right People on the Bus?

Do You Have the Right People on the Bus? Avatar Posted by sannwood under Management
From http://www.openforum.com 1318 days ago
Made Hot by: ritchelalms on October 10, 2009 9:49 am
Do you have the right people on the bus? And who's driving the bus? Few things are more important to the success of a business than having the right people — both the leaders and the followers. Too many times, these people are like “riders on a bus” who get on randomly — or as a matter of convenience. Read More

Building Foundation of Small Business on Values

Building Foundation of Small Business on Values Avatar Posted by roseanderson under Strategy
From http://smallbiznezz.wordpress.com 1317 days ago
Made Hot by: on October 9, 2009 7:58 pm
The core for business success is values. When we say values, we are actually referring to the things that matters most. What really is important for you and your business? The obvious answer is money. In the first place, this is the main reason why you are starting a business. But there must be something that you need to consider beyond money. Thin Read More

Click Through Rate And ROI Has NO Relationship

Click Through Rate And ROI Has NO Relationship Avatar Posted by williswee under Advertising
From http://www.penn-olson.com 1317 days ago
Made Hot by: marciabiz on October 9, 2009 6:52 pm
A Nielsen Company research, measured across over 200 campaigns, has busted the myth. CTR and ROI have no relationship! Read More

6 Ways To Integrate Twitter Into Your Site

6 Ways To Integrate Twitter Into Your Site Avatar Posted by roseanderson under Social Media
From http://smallbiztrends.com 1317 days ago
Made Hot by: arthurbland on October 9, 2009 8:36 am
Though Twitter is powerful all on its own, integrating it into your site makes it even more robust. Finding ways to bring Twitter into your site can help you build community, get readers to retweet and promote your content, and can even help you gain followers by increasing your visibility and letting people know you're out there. Read More

The Key Business Metrics Every Entrepreneur Must Know

The Key Business Metrics Every Entrepreneur Must Know Avatar Posted by CFOWISE under Finance
From http://www.cfowise.com 1319 days ago
Made Hot by: tuckerleroy on October 9, 2009 8:09 am
Imagine you own a successful business but become stranded on a deserted island. The only communication you receive about your business comes once a week on a sheet of paper in a bottle (yes, a message in a bottle). What information would you need and want on that paper? Read More

10 Tips for Taking Your Small Business Global

10 Tips for Taking Your Small Business Global Avatar Posted by ShawnHessinger under Global
From http://www.smbtrendwire.com 1317 days ago
Made Hot by: arthurbland on October 9, 2009 7:33 am
Of course, one obvious way to expand your customer base in tough economic times is to take your small business global and here are 10 tips to help you do so. Certainly, technology, particularly the Internet, has made it easier financially for even the smallest businesses to seek global clients with the right strategy. Here, from a vintage 2008 Sma Read More

Social Media Tools Help You Listen To Consumer Needs and Desires

Social Media Tools Help You Listen To Consumer Needs and Desires Avatar Posted by roseanderson under Social Media
From http://www.smbceo.com 1318 days ago
Made Hot by: JohnH on October 8, 2009 8:06 pm
Successful companies don't have ESP and they cannot see into the future. What makes them successful is that they listen and respond to what consumers want and need. That's an extremely important part of product development and marketing. Not to mention that it's also an ongoing process. Read More

Questions Raised Over Small Business Funding

Questions Raised Over Small Business Funding Avatar Posted by ShawnHessinger under News
From http://money.cnn.com 1318 days ago
Made Hot by: JohnH on October 8, 2009 8:04 pm
This article from CNN Money Small Business again raises questions over small business funding. While the U.S. Small Business Administration claims it's given plenty of money to the small business sector, a tally of the numbers and where money is being awarded may not bear out those claims. Criticism of the SBA and the degree to which it truly hel Read More

Are You Upsetting Loyal Customers When Attracting New Customers?

Are You Upsetting Loyal Customers When Attracting New Customers? Avatar Posted by m4bmarketing under Marketing
From http://www.m4bmarketing.com 1319 days ago
Made Hot by: JohnH on October 8, 2009 6:02 pm
Are you a loyal customer but find the latest deal or offer is never for you, only new customers? Although I have no statistics on this, but visiting many websites it seems that small businesses are doing this more than they used to. Whilst it is important to gain new customers, a little time is needed to think about your loyal customers and how Read More

Save Money on Technology

Save Money on Technology Avatar Posted by roseanderson under Technology
From http://smallbiztrends.com 1318 days ago
Made Hot by: aliciatrinidad on October 8, 2009 4:49 pm
Recently we asked you to contribute your best real-world tips and advice for how small businesses like yours can save money by using technology, or how to save money on technology purchases. Once again, the readers of Small Business Trends did not disappoint. The following tips and pointers represent the combined wisdom of small business owners a Read More
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