When you finally start a business it can be the greatest feeling there is out there. You get all excited and cannot wait to start looking at new locations and prices and talking to everyone about your plans for the business and all your hopes and dreams. Once all this is said and done and you have accomplished everything that you had wanted and your business has done everything that you could ever had imagined, it might be time to start thinking...more
There may be times when you undertake a company credit search for a business that you compete against or one you may end up working with. In this situation, it can be seen that if that firm was to become aware that you were carrying out a search on them, relations could become strained. All of the information contained within the reports is available and it is all legal and above board. However many firms prefer to keep their activities...more
In the current financial climate the large majority of businesses are looking for new customers, however it can be a risk to commit to a contract or agreement with a new customer company. A healthy financial position is a desirable factor in a new customer; however those with cash flow problems can often end up providing late or incomplete payments, some of which may not be processed due to a lack of funds. This is very bad news for you as their supplier, as this may cause cash flow problems in your own company. The best way to avoid going into business with companies that have a poor financial state is to perform a business credit check. These can be done very quickly and easily online, with many credit check companies offering a fast email response with all the information that you need. The type of business credit check that you choose is up to you; however there are varying levels of detail available about different aspects of any company.A basic business credit check report will give you a basic overview of any company's finances. The amount of detail available will vary if the company is registered as a limited or non-limited business. Running a business credit check on a...more
Getting found on Google Local Maps is a coveted spot for many small business owners. Its free qualified traffic to your website for people who are searching for businesses like yours in your area and it could mean tons of new business and sales for your company. But what is it exactly and how do you get on it?What is Google Local Maps?Google Local...more
Logo design San Diego pros use a proven process that involves and guides you through the steps of getting a great logo. They have some of the top logo designers in the business and stand behind the philosophy that a good logo has to do more than just look pretty; it has a functional purpose. Logos are meant to represent a companys brands and...more
This article has been produced to describe extracts from the ebook proposal writing the smart way. To give you a better understanding of what it contains and why it is the only resource you will ever need for learning how to write a business proposal - the smart way.The contents list is very comprehensive and the book teaches that preparation activity starts even before you begin to write an unsolicited proposal or have received the ITT, RFP or RFQ from your customer.Chapters 1 and 2 teach you how to set up your business proposal writing structure and organization so that when the customer requirement arrives no time is wasted addressing these, when you and your team should be getting to grips with answering the exam question itself.It teaches the importance of communicating with your team and the most efficient way of doing this. It also describes the roles that are needed within a bid team and how these fit in with preparing and writing a business proposal.It says how bid managers setup and manage the writing, reviewing, production and delivery of a proposal and describes the potential traps and pitfalls to be avoided.Chapters 3 and 4 detail how to work effectively with a bid...more
This article aims to describe the importance and advantages of running a business credit check, nowadays the need for transparency in business is even more prevalent, and when working in a difficult and often fraught financial climate trust and...more
Are you getting ready to plan your retirement years? After working hard to provide for yourself and your family during all these years, it's nice to know that there will come a time when you and your spouse can simply rest and finally get to all...more
Bookkeeping, learn quick and let?s turn the page and get to something interesting! Can?t someone else worry about the number ? I really don?t do numbers, I am a welder! All I have to do is make my product well and everything will be OK.Managing cash...more
During the current economic climate, many businesses have been faced with difficult decisions in the face of financial uncertainty. Many businesses throughout the UK have been forced to sell-up, creating a new market for investors. If you are...more
As you get older, it's important to make sure that you're taking all the necessary steps to stay in good health. Many people become worried as they age, thinking about all the health complications that could stand in the way of their ability to enjoy...more
ID cards and the systems they operate alongside are one of the best ways to help streamline your business to its maximum potential. It is generally well known in the business world as to why these things are so valuable to nearly any company. Yet for...more