“We need leaders, who add value to the people and the organization they lead; who work for the benefit of others and not just for their own personal gain. Leaders who inspire and motivate, not intimidate and manipulate; who live with people to know their problems in order to solve them and who follow a moral compass that points in … Read more
The year 2013 will see many small businesses invest in SaaS (software as a service) to enhance business operations. Both established small business units and startups have seen the productivity of large-size companies multiply in the recent years because of big data and SaaS applications. Small businesses are aware that implementation of SaaS can help gather data from various social … Read more
“Small business needs to start growing again before we finally see strong growth in the overall economy. Small-business growth will translate into more hiring, increased needs for commercial real estate, capital expenditures and an increase in borrowing,” Terry, President of Sunovis Financial. Year 2012 has been a combination of ups and down for small businesses. With 2012 behind them, they … Read more
There are few business owners who would dispute the argument that exceptional customer service is one of the core things that must be achieved in order for the business to be successful. It is an opinion that is supported by the results of the American Express Global Customer Service Barometer 2012. The latest in their series of annual reports found … Read more
With less than two weeks before the New Year, along with the preparations in celebration to Christmas and New Years, your businesses should be getting prepared to file taxes. The question should be, are you prepared to file your business tax? Tax filing for small business is made simpler by the guidance and information provided by the Internal Revenue Service … Read more
Small Business Saturday 2012 is the first Saturday after Thanksgiving and this year it falls on November 24. This initiative was started by American Express in the year 2010 to help the small business owners across the US. If you are a small business owner, the upcoming holiday season could likely make or break your year. Therefore, take maximum advantage … Read more
Starting your own business is one of the scariest career moves you can make. Whether you’re putting together a multi-employee start-up or finally making the decision to leave your company and provide services on your own, the right timing is everything. Before making the decision to start your own business, it’s important to know exactly where you are and where … Read more
If you are an entrepreneur, you probably realize the importance of attending workshops, conferences and seminars. Here’s a chance for you to get your company name out there and make your marketing pitch. This is a golden opportunity to meet peers and receive advice from market leaders. Networking is the modern mantra for business success. We look at some of … Read more
It is an unfortunate fact that today, economies are sluggish globally. Customers are reluctant to spend and investors are hard to come by. But do not panic. Here are some useful tips to make sure your business venture withstands this economic downturn. If you are smart, you can flourish in this economy. Attitude Matters- Maintain a positive attitude irrespective of … Read more
Spring cleaning is not for your home alone. You have to spring clean your business every year. Business spring cleaning is not about removing the clutter that has accumulated over the past few months. Here we are discussing how to clear away the cobwebs of a recession and revisit the business goals. Now is the best time to start dusting … Read more
