Although January has only just ended, how many of us can truly say that we have stuck to the goals we set out for ourselves for 2019? The truth is that only about 10% of people actually carry out the goals they set out too, so if you have strayed from your objectives, you are […]
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It takes a lot of money to keep a small business going – especially if you’re trying to make that business grow. When money is so important, every single cent needs to be spent wisely. Many small businesses wind up spending a lot more money than they actually need to spend. Those funds would be
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You might occasionally encounter a business owner who has a dim view of debt. That’s unfortunate, because debt, if you manage it properly, can help you grow your business. Here are several ways your business will benefit from the prudent use of debt: Accelerate growth: You can use loan proceeds to buy new equipment/facilities, hire
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SEO (search engine optimization) has dominated digital marketing in 2018 and will no doubt continue to do so in 2019. SEO is equally important for small businesses as it is for the world’s biggest brands. For small businesses with a local presence such as a physical storefront, or simply a customer base in a specific
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One of the most effective and affordable ways to get your business to show up in Google search results is by including content in your marketing strategy. When potential customers search for restaurants, hair salons or body shops, you want your company to come up on the first page of Google, otherwise you will have
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Over the past decade, technology has become a major part of the business world. Although advanced technology previously only belonged to large-scale businesses, that’s no longer the case. No matter what size the company, technology is an integral part of the day-to-day processes at any scale. In fact, a large percentage of small enterprises reported
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Now is the time to be setting goals for 2019 together with your team. One of the most vital strategies to plan for is your customer service strategy in the new year. Excellent customer service is one of the most important metrics for successful businesses, and what sets them apart from the competition and creates
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Small businesses nowadays have difficulty in keeping up with larger corporations for a number of reasons, which include inadequate experience of market dynamics. However, they have some quite interesting advantages that keep them afloat. The advent of SEO has partly levelled the playing ground in order to make small business more visible amid giant companies.
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Networking for small business owners is imperative to make vital connections to grow your company. Interacting with potential investors, business partners or clients will help you form loyal and trusting relationships and open up new opportunities. The biggest roadblock that prevents small business owners from networking is lack of time—it’s difficult to carve-out hours to
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If you are a woman who owns or runs a business, you can gain a competitive advantage by having your business certified as women-owned. Although the process can be time-consuming, it’s well worth the effort, because many governmental entities and public corporations have quotas for women-owned businesses. So don’t despair if you are not part
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