If there’s one thing we know about small business owners, it’s that they are busy. With that in mind, we’ve created an infographic that delivers all time management advice you can digest in 60 seconds. Ready…Set…Go! [click the image to enlarge]   From The Time Management Series: Real Time Management …
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There are many ways to gauge the vitality of your business. One popular means of measurement is the Net Promoter Score (NPS). This metric determines how likely your current customers are to recommend your business to someone else. Why is this so important? Most basically, it tells gives you an …
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Website trends are just like fashion. Each year, new styles come in and old looks become quickly outdated. On the web, this can have a big impact on your business’ ability to stay competitive and attract new customers. With this in mind, we’ve pulled together some of the biggest emerging …
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As we talked about last week, there are a lot of myths out there about building a website – from the price to the timeline to the level of skill you need. The answers to people’s questions about website creation vary greatly though, depending on the route you take to …
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The 2012 holiday shopping season is off to a record start, and there’s still a lot of shopping yet to be done in the month of December. With the big box stores’ Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales out of the way, this may be the perfect time for small …
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So, you’ve decided to take that entrepreneurial spirit and your big idea and start your own business. Congratulations! You’ve got a plan, you’ve made the commitment, and you’re ready to become the next household name. But before you can do that, you’ll need that one missing piece: the name part. …
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Every successful company has something that sets their product or service apart from the competition. The reason that customers choose that brand instead of all the other options. The way you tell the world about that enduring quality is called your Unique Selling Proposition (USP). Not sure what your USP …
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As we discussed earlier this week, 2012 is shaping up to be a record breaking holiday shopping season for online retailers. The eMarketer study illustrated in the infographic below projects sales will reach over $54 billion this year. How will you take advantage of the upward trend?

People often envy those who are able to work from home, noting how much easier the workday would be if they could do the same. However, a recent study by OnlineDegrees.com suggests that working from home is on the long list of things easier said than done. (See infographic below) …
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Whether you’re just starting out or thinking about re-imagining your business’s brand, taking the time to create a well thought out and cohesive identity for your business is crucial. A recognizable, appealing identity helps your customers better understand who you are, and ensures you’ll stand out in a crowded marketplace. …
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