Most everyone has heard of a Chamber of Commerce, but few people actually know what they do and why they should be involved. A Chamber can be incredibly valuable to a new business. Here is what you need to know. The Basics: What They Do A Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization dedicated […]
Be Professional, Even Off the Clock
August 21, 2012 By 3 Comments
As a small business owner, you are the face of your company. While you may have separate branding and marketing efforts, the owner represents the business every day. It is important to put your best foot forward. You Are Your Brand If you own a small business, you are linked to your brand whether you […]
Best Practices to Grow Your Business by Word of Mouth
August 7, 2012 By 1 Comment
Selling to new customers can be hard. They know that you are in it to make money, and if you don’t have a good reputation or references, you might have a tough time. Rather than give new potential customers the hard sale, it could be best to build a strong word of mouth marketing approach […]
Bringing in a VA to Help With Your Business
July 31, 2012 By 2 Comments
Sometimes, building a new business can be tough. Whether you are starting a brick and mortar store or work in the virtual world, sometimes you need help. If you are not big enough to hire an employee, but you still need a little extra help, a virtual assistant could be just what you need. There […]
5 Key Leadership Traits
April 10, 2012 By 1 Comment
Leadership traits have become important for all aspects of life, even among those who are not in a leadership position. They are essential for advancement across a variety of career fields. They will also help parents raise outstanding families, entrepreneurs begin a successful small business and provide crucial skills for a number of lifelong endeavors. […]
