Keep Business Going in This Economy

Posted by Maya Pillai

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 … Continue reading


Balancing an Ecommerce Site and Retail Store

Posted by Maya Pillai

When you are in business, you need to sell. E-commerce is a useful tool to accomplish your company goals. The field of E-commerce is growing by leaps and bounds. However traditional retail stores have a number of advantages. Which one should you choose is a question many businesses ask themselves. Here we will explore the two business approaches you can … Continue reading


Get Your Clients Paying you on Time

Posted by Maya Pillai

Whether you are a freelancer or SMB, you need to be paid on time.  When you have been thoroughly professional in delivering client’s work, meeting the stipulated deadlines, you have every right to expect timely payments. However, it is an unhappy reality that many clients may not pay on time. You know that in a small business, there is often … Continue reading


How Online CRM Helps Real Estate

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Real estate is a traditional example of relationship and sales driven industry. It has complex referral models and is built solely on commission incentives and long sales cycles. Remember, each transaction is unique and the real estate business operates in a very competitive environment where retention of the tenants and sales is directly related to the value of the asset … Continue reading


Benefits of Financial Services Using Online Software

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No matter the size of your business, finance management is an integral and essential part of it. Therefore, it goes without saying that it has to be managed effectively to increase the potential of your firm. If a small business is seriously planning to expand their business, it’s high time they put their faith in online financial service software to … Continue reading


Online Project Management Software Helping Consultants

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In simple words, project management software is a tool that helps managers and the members of a team plan, manage and successfully execute a project in a stipulated time period. There are various kinds of cloud project management software ranging from desktop applications to online project management software. Web-based project management is the latest tool considered a boon to both … Continue reading


How Small Business Owners Can Benefit From Web Based Applications

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“The increasing reliance on systems by businesses of all sizes is driving fundamental changes in the way business software is being provided to the SME sector. No traditional software application is immune to web-based competition, so it stands to reason that adopting web application technologies and business practices are an area that local vendors and customers are continuing to adopt.” … Continue reading


Rock the Business World with Your Business Plan

Posted by Maya Pillai

If you are planning to start a business, you should have a realistic, good and professional business plan. It is a document which describes your business, its objectives, strategies, target audience and financial forecast. It also contains your vision and mission for your business. You should have a rock solid business plan if are applying for business loans, grants, attracting … Continue reading


Google+ Helping Small Businesses

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Recently, Google launched a program to help small businesses set up their own websites known as ‘Get Your Business Online’. This program was in about 20 countries including Brazil, UK and Kenya. A study conducted by BIA/Kelsey reveals that these days, almost 97% of consumers turn to the Internet to search and research products/services in their local area. A stage … Continue reading