Given the dismal outlook for the job market in the foreseeable future--driven in large measure by the uncertainty of the regulations and taxes the government may impose on businesses--employers are reluctant to take on permanent employees.There are two ways to work in this situations.One, many will view a temporary job as a short term bride. They will show up, do what they are told to do and not one whit more. They won't make any effort to learn...more
Are you having a big party? If so you can hand out promotional drink coasters to give away and help your business. By giving away the promotional drink coasters, you are giving away a fantastic gift that has your business name and logo on it. People use drink coasters often so your business name and logo will constantly be in their eyesight.It is always important even in tough economic times to advertise. In tough economic times it is even more...more
A few of my firm's charity auctions have a diverse mix of guests who seem to be comprised of three distinct groups- non-paying clients- non-paying or reduced-ticket-price employees of the non-profit- full-paying guestsAlthough I can appreciate why a handful of "free" guests might be allowed to attend (e.g. a reward to an employee, or asking someone to speak), in a few charity auctions I've worked, the majority of the attendees -- the majority! -- were non-paying or reduced-paying guests.Let's consider three reasons as to why this might be a bad idea.1. What is the purpose of your event?When an event manager is given an assignment to plan any event, the first question they are taught to ask is, "Why are you having this event?" In other words: "What is the purpose of this auction fundraiser?"During my studies in event management at George Washington University, this question was drilled into us students. It's an important point because the answer establishes the tone of the event.So what happens when you have non-paying clients, non-paying (or reduced-fee) employees, and paying guests?It confuses the focus. The "why" becomes muddy because the gala is attempting to reach three...more
Author: spinxwebdesignWhen you say effective online marketing technique and you will surprise to know that it involves not just one factor but several.Article marketing is one of the most popular online marketing techniques among online marketers. And besides being one of the most effective strategies, this particular method does not have cost and...more
If you write a business plan only as a sales document, using it to get buy-in from investors, you are missing a great opportunity to create a document which works both for these external parties and your own guidance. Follow these tips to make sure your plan serves both your needs and their needs. Dont Keep Two Sets of BooksWhen creating the pro...more
In the early stages of figuring out what your business is, deciding on a mission statement which will serve the business both now and in the future, meeting the needs of funders, employees, and customers, is difficult. The challenge is to make the mission statement specific enough that it is clear that it is for your business alone and would not work just as well for another business or a competitor, while making it general enough to allow for your strategy to develop over time. Though the mission statement can be changed in the future, it is not recommended to plan to have to do this multiple times. It should be relatively stable so that all of the stakeholders think of the company as a steady and reliable provider. Components of a Mission StatementA mission statement generally explains what customers the company serves, through what means, and with what intended results for the company and customers. The customers that are described here should be the broader target market you seek to serve, even if the initial focus is on smaller niches. The means should be the products or services the company creates, defined broadly enough to include future expansion of the product line. The...more
By seeking out a sample business plan for a cafe business, you can learn a lot about how other cafe entrepreneurs have succeeded in the past. Find a sample plan from a cafe that successfully raised funds, launched, and still flourishes to be sure you...more
Starting even the simplest hotel or inn is a venture that carries with it a high amount of risk. Here are four top mistakes to avoid when opening a hotel business. Mistake 1: Not Raising Enough CapitalA hotel owner generally purchases the property...more
The cost of sales for a photography studio represents the direct costs of each job. Costs which support these jobs, but are shared among a number of jobs, are accounted for separately on your income statement. Knowing your cost of sales helps you to...more
When preparing your bar financial plan, you will need to show an understanding of the cost of starting up the business before a cent of revenue comes in. Pay attention to estimating the following key categories. Leasehold Improvements Leasehold...more
Are you setting up a non-profit organization? Don't ignore the specific, technical steps you must take to set up a new non profit organization. Although they will vary depending on your location, here are some guidelines for American non profit...more
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