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Views: 865 - Do You Know Someone With A Dream? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2015 from Sally MarksWhat does an anti-bullying program for girls, renovating a home for women in crisis, and publishing a magazine to help build girl’s self-esteem have in common? All are past recipients of Royal Neighbors of America Nation of Neighbors Program. Nation of Neighbors provides financial support ...
Views: 1916 - Documents Required for Starting Your Restaurant Business - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2015 from Robin ClarkWhile starting your new restaurant venture, it is important for you to compile all the important documents. Documentation is required for getting the proper federal and state permits and identification numbers, and licenses. These are a fundamental part of the process that will help you prevent ...
Views: 2228 - Build Your Profitable Business – Starting Now - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerDo you ever feel like it's an uphill battle to build your business so that it's profitable? Well, you're not alone! Most entrepreneurs begin their business because of their passion. Who knew there was so much to learn about how to make that passion profitable, right? I know that business ...
Views: 1409 - How to achieve financial freedom - the beginning - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2015 from Julia JafWhere to begin. So the question is raised by many. After all, for every independence manifests itself in different ways. For one independence - the freedom of movement, for others - it is freedom of financial capabilities, and for third - it's social status in the society. This is not the ...
Views: 680 - Utilising business loans to start a new business - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2015 from Niall MckenzieHas your application for traditional business loans been turned down? Well, do not lose hope because there are still sure-fire ways on how to get a business loan. Do not put those hopes of starting or expanding business ventures on a back burner yet because there are commercial banks and lending ...
Views: 2438 - Credible Business In Dubai - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2015 from Umer FiazDubai is attracted the visitors for its expert projects that’s why the business tourism sector currently accounts for 20 per cent of tourism in Dubai. So that cause we have arranged for your business point of view as a Dubai Desert Safari Price providing you all the facilities towards the ...
Views: 2936 - A Business for a Lifetime - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerThe Question That Says It All: How? It's no secret that in this day and age keeping a small business open and thriving is not an easy task to tackle. You have to overload yourself with knowledge in order to be successful and remain fresh to your target market. What's the first step to staying ...
Views: 1340 - Here’s your 13 digit code… - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2015 from Kate McCarthyHere’s an interesting scenario: The problem is, it’s secured with a 13-digit combination lock In other words, there are millions of possible permutations and combinations… But of course, only ONE is capable of cracking the vault open. Then, let's say I spend the next 10 years of my ...
Views: 1187 - The Top 7 Functional Food Trends - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2015 from Robin ClarkToday, people are looking for more convenient and natural ways to maintain or enhance their health. As a result, many restaurants and food-joints have started focusing on offering organic food and drinks to its consumers. The popularity of functional food has resulted in the improvement of ...
Views: 769 - 7 Tips for Buying an Existing Restaurant - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2015 from Robin ClarkBuying an existing restaurant is comparatively easy as compared to starting a food-joint from scratch. Statistics reveal that most of the restaurant businesses fail during the first three years of their inception due to lack of proper planning and execution. While buying an existing restaurant ...
Views: 1059 - 6 Steps That You Need to Follow While Starting Your Retail Food Business - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2015 from Robin ClarkYou have to follow certain steps and carryout various initial work before starting your retail food business. Following these steps can help you accomplish your dream of owning a retail food business with great ease. Let's have a look at the 6 important steps that you should take into ...
Views: 1046 - SUCCESS And The Power Of Belief (Part 1 of 3) - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2015 from Darren O ConnellBelief is a powerful force, it is the link or the spark to the transformation of all your wants, needs and desires into something real and forms a bond with the mind, body and soul. Belief is the natural progression of all your desires that transforms the original desire into the successful ...
Views: 1917(2 votes) - The Creation of Desire (Part 1 of 3) - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2014 from Darren O ConnellJust like there is no action possible without first the idea or thought; there is no great achievement possible without the desire to achieve it. The intensity of your desire is directly proportional to the rate of which any achievement is realised. If you are able to transform your desire ...
Views: 1625(2 votes) - What Is Mind Power (Part 1 of 2) - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2014 from Darren O ConnellWhen you begin to study the power of the mind and how it works, you may find it can quickly become an extremely interesting but quite extensive subject. For that reason it is probably best to study and work with ways on how you can improve your life with the help of your mind, rather than ...
Views: 1559(1 vote) - The Rise in VOIP for SMEs - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2014 from Erika ChittyOver the last few years, technology has developed substantially, benefitting many SMEs with greater connectivity that enables them to carry out their daily business on the move. Nowhere has the technology boom been more useful for SMEs than with advance in Voice Over IP that provides a cost ...
Views: 1060 - Five Success Strategies for Small Business Owners to Grow Their Business - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2014 from Sally MarksWhy is it some small businesses thrive and others fail? As a CPA specializing in financial strategies such as accounting, cash management, budget/forecasts, bookkeeping and more, I have gained some insight on why some companies thrive and others are forced to close their doors. While the ...
Views: 1430 - Internet Marketing Career - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2014 from Anita BigginsInternet marketing is becoming more popular because of the accessibility of the Internet. Each day more people are spending more time and money on the Internet. Often times Internet Marketing is seen as a pyramid scheme. Many sales representatives make claims that it is very simple to make money ...
Views: 1427 - Top 10 Issues Facing Small Businesses Today - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2014 from Peter AdamsI am writing this article to highlight just some of the issues faced by business owners today regardless of size of business. Business owners constantly face challenges in their businesses which ultimately affect their lifestyle. In today’s world, the number of businesses starting up is ...
Views: 1539 - The Online Sideline Business - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2014 from Sarika PeriwalThe internet is a huge opportunity waiting to be exploited by anyone who has a marketable skill or product. If you already have a job and are loath to give up the security it provides for a pie dream, you can set up an online sideline business. This gives you the freedom to explore an opening ...
Views: 1829 - Online book campaigns – friend or foe? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2014 from Kathleen GageOver the last few years countless number of authors have utilized the power of the Internet to market and sell their books. The question that begs to be answered is, "Are online book launches a viable way to market your book?" Absolutely! However, you will find criticism from some who believe ...
Views: 1169 - Your Guide to Finding the Right Supplier for Your Business - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinFor any small business, one of the toughest things to do is to expand overseas and find reliable global suppliers. A smart entrepreneur makes safe choices and smart decisions, especially when it comes to finding a supplier for your business. This is easier said than done, though, but by ...
Views: 1249(1 vote) - How Aspiring Entrepreneurs Should Use Their Internship - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinIt is definitely very easy for student entrepreneurs to get caught up with their startup during summer because they feel this is the perfect time for them to attend to the many aspects of their new businesses. And so, having a day job is not a very popular option for them. While it may seem that ...
Views: 1441 - Why Is It Good to Start a Business at the Age of 50? - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinSeveral studies have revealed that those entrepreneurs who belong to the age group of 55 to 64 are actually more likely to succeed in business compared to their younger counterparts. This can be explained partly by the fact that older entrepreneurs are more active and serious about making their ...
Views: 1453 - 3 Challenges Small Business Owners Must Know How to Overcome - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinDo you know that more than 90% of the fully operational businesses in the US are under the category of ‘small businesses’? This is a surprising fact, but an encouraging one for those of you who are considering becoming an entrepreneur. This figure only shows that the majority of the successful ...
Views: 1553(2 votes) - Is It the Right Time to Launch Your Own Startup Business? - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinHaving a start-up business is definitely not what any entrepreneur would dream of, especially considering that these small businesses are the ones most easily affected by even the simplest form of economic stability. Despite the fact that enterprises, regardless of their size, are truly the ...
Views: 1345 - Why do Some Coach-preneurs Succeed and Others Don’t? - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2014 from Olivia LobellHave you ever asked yourself, why do some coach-preneurs succeed and others don’t? If you are like me, I bet you have. In other words, why are some solo entrepreneurs such as coaches, authors, speakers, trainers, leaders and experts so successful while many aren’t? You may also be wondering, why ...
Views: 1101 - Factors Affecting the Effectiveness of Business Communication - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinBusiness communication is what companies use to communicate with their employees, executives, as well as their consumers or the general public. For small startup businesses, this method is crucial as they have to relay to their customers some very specific messages in relation to the services ...
Views: 4011 - Placing together a Chair and Putting up a Business, What are their Similarities? - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2014 from Noah St JohnI bought myself a new chair a while back. I bought it from a regular office supply store. The chair I bought was the kind that had to be assembled. I was not fazed since it came with an instruction manual and I enjoyed figuring out how to place things together with one. Some people hate reading ...
Views: 1822 - Important Ingredients to Turning Your Passion into Business - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinHaving a job or career that requires you to do something you are passionate about will certainly encourage you to work harder. However, this alone doesn’t offer any guarantee that you will be successful, especially if your plan is to turn your passion into a business. At the end of the day, it ...
Views: 1342 - Ask Yourself These Before Quitting Your Job to Run a Business - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinHaving the amount of money that you need to start up a business is not the only important thing to do to start your own business. It is actually very easy to find where you could spend your money, but sadly, it is hard to guarantee that your investments will be all worth it. Thus, it is crucial ...
Views: 1412 - Common Long-Term Goals of Small Business Owners - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinGoal setting is an essential part of starting a new business. For business owners, the goals that need to be identified should not only include business goals, but personal goals as well. These objectives serve as the guiding light for businesses for them to eventually become successful and ...
Views: 4087 - Tips for Getting Out of Your Business Startup Mode - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinOne big mistake that entrepreneurs often make is staying in startup mode for a very long time. When this happens to you, it would seem as if you were always standing on the break. Thus, you must make a move to transition from being a startup business into an established one. Ideally, you want to ...
Views: 1348 - Goals that Small Businesses Should Focus On - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinOwners of small businesses, have to have their particular goals in terms of running and growing their businesses. It is vital that they have a clear idea of what short term and long term goals they need to achieve, which should include funding, increasing profits, gaining more customers, and ...
Views: 1538 - How Secured Business Loans Help Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2020 from Arwind SharmaBe it starting your own business venture or expanding an already existing one, sound planning is an elixir for the same. Financial resources play a vital role in determining the establishment of any business, large or small. Without having a strong financial backing, it is usually hard for any ...
Views: 1291 - Want more from your business? Here’s how. - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2014 from Brigitte van Tuijl“I keep wondering if this is all there is. I hope not, because I want more – more from myself, and more from my business.” This is what one of my clients recently said to me. And she’s not the only one. All of my clients want more – and I’m definitely familiar with this feeling ...
Views: 1023 - 3 huge mistakes I made in my business in the past 11 years - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2014 from Brigitte van TuijlA couple of weeks ago I talked to a woman who is on the verge of starting a business. This made me think back at how I started my business 11 years ago – and how far I’ve come since then. Part of what I learned comes from mistakes I made and things I screwed up. In this article I’m sharing a ...
Views: 1255 - Calling It Quits: Is Abandoning Legacy Systems for Ready-made Shipping Software All Worth It? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2014 from Ava CristiCalling It Quits: Is Abandoning Legacy Systems for Ready-made Shipping Software All Worth It? One of the tougher decisions every shipping executive has to make has to do with replacing an outdated technology with more efficient shipping software. As it turns out, replacing an ageing IT platform ...
Views: 773 - How To Prepare to Monetize Your Passion and Open Space for New Clients - Olivia Lobell - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2014 from Olivia LobellAre you getting prepared and opening space for new clients? Are you making your “monetize your passion” a top priority? Are you setting yourself up to receive an abundance of more clients, more impact and more income in your business? In this week’s featured article, I’m going to give you my top ...
Views: 1274 - Save Time and Money; Research Your Potential Markets - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2014 from Tracey FieberWhen it comes to ensuring your company’s future success, customers are key. Without them, you don’t have a business – at least not for very long. The biggest problem facing many start-ups is that they simply don’t know what they customers want. They may have their own ideas of what they ...
Views: 1548 - How Your Intuition Can Help You Monetize Your Passion - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2014 from Olivia LobellAre you letting your intuition help you monetize your passion? Have you ever thought or asked yourself: “How can my intuition help me monetize my passion?” Yes, I am. And a BIG Yes, I ask myself what my intuition is saying or what my intuition is guiding me to do every day, every time I need to ...
Views: 1801 - Intentions Tell The Universe You Mean Business! By Coach Simone Kelly - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2014 from Simone Kelly"Want, dream, intend, desire with all your might, it is what you came here to do!" Lynn Grabhorn Setting an intention is POWERFUL You can actually feel the difference when you say, "I intend" rather than I hope, want, or wish to do something. Intend just hits the nail on the head. It tells ...
Views: 1699 - Your Business, Made to Order - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerOh boy, it's so easy to look around at all the businesses out there and mirror, listen to, and follow the advice of how they found their success, isn't it? It seems simple to chase this or that proven formula to success. I mean, it worked for that guru, or expert, or multi-millionaire, it ...
Views: 1330 - The Basics of Strategic Planning - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2014 from Tracey FieberIt’s hard to accomplish anything without a plan. Whether you’re coaching a football team, cooking Thanksgiving dinner, or running a small business, you need a strategic plan. Developing a strategic plan might seem like an overwhelming process, but if you break it down, it’s easy to tackle. ...
Views: 1538 - Have You Made This Major Leadership Mistake? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2014 from Lisa MininniBeing a leader isn’t always easy. A big part of successfully growing your business depends on motivating others in the most optimal way. Whether you have a team of employees, are coaching others, or are leading a committee, it can be a mystery on the best ways to inspire others to get the job ...
Views: 1430 - Mastering Online Marketing - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2014 from Tracey FieberA lot of small business people that I speak with are very curious about online marketing, but don’t understand how it can directly increase their business. Many of them are seeing less return from their advertisements in traditional media like The Yellow Pages, newspapers and direct mailing ...
Views: 1949(2 votes) - Is Earning More in Less Time A Hype? - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2014 from Christina WeberIs the chatter about biz moms earning more in less time for real? Or is the promise just all about coaches puffing themselves and their offerings up? The good news is that it’s true, and here’s why: 1) Necessity Mom business owners with profitable businesses place a high priority on family ...
Views: 1310 - What Happens When You Become Coachable? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2014 from Eve KoivulaIn my previous two articles I revealed you the three bold actions you must take to become coachable, and what that actually means. In this article I will explain what’s in it for you. How does it change your life and your business if you ”grow a pair” as I suggested. You do remember that ...
Views: 1167 - What Does Coachable Mean? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2014 from Eve KoivulaFirst of all, “coachability“ is an attitude. It’s faith and dedication. Resiliency, passion and commitment. All those virtues you would expect it to be. And you would argue that conscientiousness does not rule those out, and you would be absolutely right. But according to my experiences ...
Views: 1905 - Conscientious Women Strive While Coachable Women Thrive, The 3 Bold Actions You Must Take to Become Coachable and Start Thriving in Your Business and Life - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2014 from Eve KoivulaWomen get it from home: Watch out for you pretty dress, stay away from the puddle, sit still, stop picking your nose, girls don’t do this, girls don’t do that… And that’s BS. Girls are nurtured with all these prejudices and preconceptions, of what they can and can’t do. They are ...
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