Dramatically Increase Sales with The KISS Test
We've all heard the term KISS at one time or another - "Keep It Simple, Stupid." However, the majority of salespeople violate this basic principle more often than not. Let me start with some examples of what I'm talking about. At one position I held, I sat next to someone who could... More...
VoIP Service Provider A vs. VoIP Service Provider B
Copyright 2005 Gobala KrishnanWhile doing research on the Internet, I realized that most people are absolutely confused when it comes to selecting a VoIP or broadband phone service provider. I can't say I blame them either, when you consider that there are now thousands of companies out... More...
Discover The 6 Steps to Every Sale
When you walk into a retail store, what is the most common question you are asked by the shop assistant? Is it...�Can I help you?� I bet it is...and if so, what is your normal response? Well I�m... More...
Accounting Methods – Cash and Accrual
When starting a business, you have to determine the method you are going to use for accounting and paying taxes. The two choices are the cash method and the accrual method. Cash Method If you are looking for simplicity, the cash method is probably your best accounting... More...
Win Federal Contracts for Your Small Business
Copyright 2005 Robert MomentThe United States Federal Government spends more than $600 billion dollars each year on buying goods and services from the private sector. The federal government is the world biggest consumer of goods and services, and advanced technology systems. The... More...
Small Business Planning -- Three Myths
Copyright 2005 Denise OBerryAre you -- like 70 percent of small business owners -- working without a plan? Here are three myths that need to be dispelled about strategic planning for small business.1. It has to be formal -- Not so.The value of a strategic plan for your small business is in... More...
How To Start a Bookkeeping Service
Businesses need to have up to date and accurate account of their business income and expenses. Many business owners and professionals either do not like to do their own bookkeeping and/or prefer to focus their time and energy on other aspects of their business or profession. This... More...
Five Steps to Starting a Business
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Small Business Collection Agencies Get You Paid
If you're like many small business owners, the mountain of debt you accumulated during startup might have been enough to make you worry about collection agencies every time you answered the phone. But your feelings toward collection agencies are eventually going to change, if they haven’t... More...
I Don't Want to be Different
I Don’t Want to be Different To succeed in today’s crowded marketplace where most of the products and advertising look exactly the same, a small business owner must stand out, shouting above the din with a message so clear and compelling that prospects stop and take notice.... More...
7 Things to Consider Before Buying Small Business Accounting Software
The world of small business accounting software can be a minefield for any business owner. However choosing the right package is one of the most critical business decisions you will make. Here are the seven things you must consider before making a purchase that will help you... More...
Grow Richer As Your Competition Gets Tougher
Copyright 2005 Roy Primm"The market is getting crowdedIt’s getting harder to compete;The path to take is cloudedWhich profit path should I seek;I’ll stand firm and take on tough competitionI won’t run away from my mission,I’ll grow stronger as I intelligently compete."... More...
Top 7 Ways to Profit from Foreign Trade
Here are seven excellent ways to earn income from international trade. 1. Importing: Retail store owners can find additional products to sell from foreign manufacturers, distributors, and other suppliers. You may even decide to go exclusively into the... More...
Exponentially Grow Your Business Sharing What You Know... Using Eight Types of Audio Programs
Copyright 2005 Coco FosslandIf you are a solo-entrepreneur or small business owner that provides expert services to your market, and you're not harnessing the value and impact of offering audio programs, you are missing out on the opportunity to exponentially expand your business.Unlike the... More...
The 8 Toughest Business Questions
Do you ever wonder if you will really succeed with your small business? You may have a number of special traits, but how well developed are they? There are qualities of endeavor and achievement that are common to successful business owners. Ask yourself these questions to... More...