Many small business owners find planning their marketing activities a daunting task often creating a feeling of being overwhelmed. There are so many things to consider and so many options to choose from, how will you know what decisions to make? Marketing is an overreaching term used in business everyday to describe a variety of different things, actions and materials that a company uses to attract new customers. It could mean the type of...more
Creating and running an effective online business is realistically comprised of several hundred, rather than 6, but this will serve as a guide for the direction of your efforts. Contrary to what you may hear rampantly on the Internet, there is no cookie-cutter, get-rich quick scheme on the web. Not only is every online business different, what works for one person or in one month may not work for another person or in the next...more
If you own a dollar store you know there are challenges. Its that way in all businesses. Theres not a day that goes by without a problem or roadblock of some type. Some are so small you can take the time to address them, or just pass them by without much impact. However there are other challenges that not only impact dollar store profits, they can literally close the door to your business if you dont handle them appropriately. In this article I present a process to follow when faced with the big business problems. Step #1) Take a Step Back. People are often so close to the problems and challenges around them that they either dont see them, or cannot gain a real grasp of the exact nature of the problem and the impact it is having on their business. One of the best ways to avoid this is to simply take a step back and put yourself in a different role. Look at things as if you had been hired to evaluate and fix them.Step #2) Examine the Situation. Now that you have taken a neutral position, objectively examine the situation. What is happening? Be specific; what is different and has caused you to assume theres a problem? State this in specific terms. For example; our sales...more
Author: Joerg SieberIt is a common complaint to not have enough time available to do everything that is on our to-do lists. People simply have too many tasks to tackle in the time available. They feel overwhelmed, sense a lack of control and experience increased stress levels. There are many simple steps we can do to alleviate our stress as it...more
Creating and running an effective online business is realistically comprised of several hundred, rather than 6, but this will serve as a guide for the direction of your efforts. Contrary to what you may hear rampantly on the Internet, there is no cookie-cutter, get-rich quick scheme on the web. Not only is every online business different, what...more
OK. You didn't get accepted at any of the schools you applied to. What should you do now? Deal. Get over it. And consider what youre going to do next year. If you decide to re-apply, you need to assess what went wrong and resolve to improve it. 1. Determine what you need to change. You definitely need to do something different, because your previous approach didn't work. Dont turn in the same essays. 2. Analyze your qualifications versus your target schools' average stats and requirements. If you are applying with below average stats at more than two schools and are not from an under-represented minority, you are relying on miracles and not applying effectively. You either need to improve your profile or apply to less-competitive schools. 3. Seek feedback. Some programs, particularly MBA programs, give constructive feedback to re-applicants. If your school provides that service, take advantage of it ASAP. You want to hear the criticism as early as possible so that you have as much time as possible to deal with any defects or weaknesses. Furthermore, some schools only provide feedback during a small window of time. So dont delay. 4. Evaluate your application. Do your essays and...more
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I started my lifestyle business, Cows From My Window, nearly two years ago and deciding what to call the wretched thing was definitely one of the hardest parts of the setting up process.I obsessed over potential business names for the better part of...more
Thailand is a country of many enticing characteristics for Western businesses. There is a consistently low cost of production and cost of operation in Thailand compared to the West. Thailand offers way to become familiar with the Asian market, both...more
Updating your point of sale (POS) systems can help you to provide better customer service, increase your stock control, increase staff efficiency, reduce theft at the point of sale, and provide customers with more information. You can...more
While the idea of designing and even printing your own business card might appeal to those with creative talents the reality can end up a costly and time consuming task. Here are some of the top reasons for why you would be better to outsource the...more
An online induction system shows both your employees and your customers that you have a sophisticated approach to the management of your business and the development of your staff – your key asset.6 Reasons Why You Should Integrate Online Induction...more