Author: Ghassan SaggaOpening a small business can be an exciting adventure. Using your own assets and intelligence to grow something successful promises to be a rewarding endeavor. Small business owners are usually experts in their field, but they are not always legal or accounting experts. In order to save money and ensure success, it is extremely valuable to hire an accounting firm for your business. Accounting firms don't just crunch your...more
After nearly four years of research Google has finally brought their Search Suggestions to the web. Many people thought that 4 years of research on this project kept them at bay too long, but for Google, they believe that taking the time to get all the glitches ironed out before introducing it to the public was necessary. This is probably the philosophy that keeps them on top in the industry. Rather than rush the process and have tons of user...more
Author: Christopher UlrichAnyone who operates a small business understands how narrow the line is between success and failure and postage meters can make a significant difference in that success. Every aspect of running that small business needs to be evaluated, scrutinized, and reviewed constantly in order to ensure that it is running as efficiently as possible. One area that poses benefits and opportunities for small businesses to improve their bottom line is the use of postage meters, particularly Pitney Bowes postage meters. Far too many small business owners fail to acknowledge or even realize how potent postage meters can be within their particular business model. Some small businesses don’t rely on traditional mail services as much as they have in years past. Perhaps they deal with electronic communication, such as e-mail or website forms and submissions on orders. Or maybe they operate on a phone-based model. Their trips to the post office may be minimal. For the rest of the modern small businesses, postage and the never-ending flow of travels back and forth to the post office can wear down the bottom line. If you own and operate a small business and know that you spend...more
Turning off lights and ceiling fans when you leave a roomTaking shorter showersTurning off the faucet when you brush your teethInstalling a programmable thermostat to automatically adjust the air conditioning and/or heat when you are not homeTurning off your computer when you're finished using itUnplugging the TV and large appliances when they are...more
There are a load of things to do when visiting Rocky Point. From water sports to on-land adventures, Puerto Peasco has activities that will keep the entire family smiling.ATV Rentals: Take a guided tour of Rocky Point and its surrounding areas on a 4-wheeler (ATV). A guided ATV tour will give you a glimpse into the history of the region. For the...more
You have worked hard to build a thriving business... then the unthinkable happens... your company is thrust into the limelight... nationally and negatively!"It could never happen to me," had been your mantra thus far. As a result, you are totally unprepared... no crisis plan exists, you don't even know who to call for help.Perhaps:* A child choked on a promotional item you provided to a customer.* Someone was raped in the parking lot at your event.* Pets are dying, allegedly from an ingredient your company provided to pet food manufacturers.* The FTC Commissioner has called a press conference for January 4 to announce a multi-million dollar settlement against your company which makes a top-selling weight loss product.* A toxic spill in your facility rose over the berms (higher than mandated legally) and spilled into the city streets.* Your small, publicly-traded company is prominently featured in a negative industry round-up article on the front page of Barron's. As a result, your stock drops from $40 to $14 that day!* Your company's letterhead is superimposed on screen... as the lead story on the evening news..."Bribery Scandal at City Hall."What Keeps You Awake at Night?* Will...more
Can you boost profits significantly by adding audio to your E-Bay auctions? According to a recent article on a net business site the answer is a definite yes. In fact, one e-book author suggested that adding audio to your auctions could potentially...more
Promotional Notepads are useful both at home and in the office. You can write important notes when on the phone, create shopping lists or leave notes for other people. Promotional notepads are a popular giveaway item and there are plenty of reasons...more
Right before the Depression, small store owners thought it was impossible to compete against the big chain at the time, so they filed a lawsuit, and finally got The Robinson-Pittman Act Of 1936 passed by the US Congress - and that law still exists...more
Earthenware Mugs are much appreciated. You can not only enjoy your hot or cold beverages in them, but your earthenware mug serves as an attractive part of a ceramic collection in your kitchen both at home and in the office. A beautiful and colourful...more
With many different promotional items available on the market, the ones that really stand out are promotional golf umbrellas. They are large and sturdy - perfect for using both on the golf course as well as indoors.What differentiates promotional...more
It is common knowledge that people keep items that are useful. Promotional keyrings are, therefore, a perfect gift for your existing and potential clients as they will be appreciated for their practicality. They are a nice touch to commemorate an...more