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January, 2017

Expand Your Business Globally Using the Internet

Submitted by James Crier on Fri, 01/20/2017 - 11:56

Thanks to the increased connectivity that the internet has brought us, doing business internationally is no longer limited to just big companies. SMEs now have the tools to be able to expand globally as they can take advantage of the internet to expand their business to international markets.

Here are four ways that the internet has made it easier for you to do business abroad.

5 Time-Saving Tips for Promoting a New Brand

Submitted by Dan Radak on Mon, 01/23/2017 - 14:53

It doesn’t matter if you run a renowned business or a recently founded startup, you want your brand to be easily recognized in public. Also, the word “brand” can refer to an entire business or to its most prominent products. Both separate products, and your entire venture need to build their specific brands. Since a brand can’t get public recognition without promotion, it’s essential to keep informing people on the existence of your brand(s). However, it needs to be done in a witty and time-saving way, with minimal resources and as much success as possible.

How to Avoid Making a Legal Mistake in Your Startup Company

Submitted by Eileen OShanassy on Tue, 01/24/2017 - 09:57

Preventing legal mistakes when getting a startup company off the ground can be critical to the survival of the business. It doesn't matter whether you're writing books for children or manufacturing computer components, there will always be legal implications. Be aware of the following mistakes that others have made and make sure you have a solid plan for avoiding them.

The Best Ways to Promote Your Business at Outdoor Events

Submitted by James Crier on Tue, 01/24/2017 - 10:19

One of the best ways to generate new business and build brand awareness is to attend industry events. There, you’re guaranteed to find a large group of potential clients, customers, and suppliers. However, you’re also going to be up against a lot of your competitors too so it’s important to really stand out if you want it to be a success.

If you’re looking for ideas on how to promote your business at outdoor events, here you’ll discover some of the best tips.

Turning a Hobby into a Full-Time Job

Submitted by Diana Smith on Tue, 01/24/2017 - 10:26

A lot of people are forced to spend their lives in jobs they find incredibly boring and unfulfilling. No matter how harsh this seems, it is what pays the bills. Luckily, a lot of people are not content with this state of things which usually makes them look for a vent. This vent can be found in the form of a hobby. Now, sometimes these hobbies are paid, in fact sometimes they are paid so well that in time they can completely replace your day-job. Needless to say, this is a life goal worth living for. Without further ado, here are few hobbies that can easily become a full-time job.

Tips to Catch Your Best Leads During Outreach

Submitted by Eileen OShanassy on Wed, 01/25/2017 - 12:22

Many businesses and organizations all over the world have outreach programs to reach untouched markets and buyers. Running this program is almost identical to running a regular marketing campaign, except there is more walking and talking. Your main goal is to spread your message and get more people interested so you can find your most loyal and profitable leads during the outreach process. Here are some ideas to make outreach more profitable and to gain you the most loyal customers.

IT And Entrepreneurship: 5 Ways They Go Hand in Hand

Submitted by Kara Masterson on Wed, 01/25/2017 - 12:41

The American dream can perhaps be best encapsulated by entrepreneurship. Anyone with a good idea could start their own business to pursue their true passion. However, running a small business these days is quite different than it was in decades past. Today, technology plays an ever increasing role in small business and entrepreneurship. Information technology, in particular, is extremely important. Below are five ways that IT and entrepreneurship go hand in hand.

5 Ways To Prepare Your Business For A Natural Disaster

Submitted by AJ O’Brien on Thu, 01/26/2017 - 11:46

Although there are plenty of states that find themselves disaster-free, the states that do not know the fear involved in the hurricane season, massive floods, and tornado warnings alike. These are not the light drizzles or gusts of wind that other major cities warn about; these are the kinds of natural disasters that lead to the loss of countless lives, the destruction of millions of homes yearly, and furthermore, the annihilation of entire business fronts in the blink of an eye.

5 Ways to Improve Your Internal Linking to Better Your SEO

Submitted by Gina Hutchings on Fri, 01/27/2017 - 13:47

Part of any good SEO strategy should always include internal linking. What is internal linking? Unlike external linking, which involves other websites linking to your content within their own content or content, in the form of articles or infographics for example, that you have provided them, internal linking is where you link to your own pages from within your website.

Is Your Business Built for an App?

Submitted by Dave Thomas on Mon, 01/30/2017 - 11:47

For countless business owners, having their own apps is making a difference in how they go about doing business.

On the one hand, those business owners with apps are able to reach out to consumers, many of whom are technically savvy and are doing more and more with their mobile devices.

On the other hand, those business owners without apps are hearing more and more from consumers about how they wish more brands would get into the app business.