Of all the marketing efforts you make on behalf of your small business, few are more important than networking. Building strong, lasting relationships with peers, potential sales leads and experienced members of your professional community is vital to boosting your business’ growth and opening doors to new opportunities. Unfortunately, not everyone finds networking to be … Continued
March 6 is Employee Appreciation Day, and if you’ve got people working for you, it’s worth taking the time to show them how grateful you are for their efforts on behalf of your small business. Truth be told, your dedicated staffers deserve more than just one day each year when the focus is all about … Continued
It’s not hard to see why e-commerce has become such a popular choice for many small business owners and entrepreneurs. Setting up an online store provides access to a global marketplace, one without opening and closing hours, and doesn’t demand anywhere near as much overhead as running a traditional bricks-and-mortar operation. Still, while the upside … Continued
The rapid growth and widespread popularity of social media has allowed businesses big and small to boost their exposure and build a loyal following. Powerful and easy to use, social media has become the new word-of-mouth for many small and emerging companies. In a previous blog, we explained how to get started on social media. … Continued
You’ve probably heard a lot in recent years about how valuable and important it is for your small business to have a polished, professional presence on the web and social media. But for all the focus you place on your online offerings, remember not to overlook a slightly more old-fashioned method of communication that many … Continued
Getting the right insurance for your business shouldn’t be intimidating. These questions can be a great starting point to working with a broker and making sure you have the right insurance for your business, and making sure you aren’t paying for something you don’t need. 1. Is my home-based business already covered by homeowners policy? … Continued
January may have just begun, but it’s never too early for a little spring cleaning around the office. In fact, January 12 is ‘Clean Off Your Desk Day,’ a fine time to tackle any clutter that’s built up around your work area and give you a spotless start to a new year of business. Take … Continued
Are There Size Limits To Shipping Packages? Although individual packages may have specific weight or size limits that you send via couriers such as UPS, there are no limits to the total weight of your shipment or the total number of packages in your shipment. According to UPS, the following are the limits for an … Continued
Do you ever feel like you’re drowning in excess email? Does your productivity plummet every time you open up your inbox? You’re not alone: studies have shown that email management takes up a huge portion of work time for many business professionals, and is often more of an annoying distraction than helpful convenience. So, what’s … Continued
October is Small Business Month, which makes it the perfect time to engage in some valuable networking. Successful business owners harness strong networking skills to build their brand, connect with new opportunities, and expand their knowledge. Good networking is about more than offering a firm handshake and making small talk while passing out a pile … Continued