Posted February 5th, 2010 by ybo
Traditionally, small businesses are late adopters of technology. After all, many owners lack the time and money to stay on top of what’s hot in the latest gadgets in the world of technology. However, it’s often small businesses that can benefit the most from new technological advances to help keep their lives and their businesses running smoothly. So this month, we’ve put together an overview of the latest gadgets and gizmos and their usefulness to business owners. Read more…
Posted February 5th, 2010 by ybo
Most smart business owners know that it’s far cheaper to retain the customers you have rather than spending the money to acquire new ones. But how can you maintain current customers and grow your business without spending massive amounts of money? The answer may lie in evolving your marketing efforts to include more consumer engagement.
What is consumer engagement? Simply put, customer engagement is the development and nurturing of the relationship between a brand and its customers. Read more…
Posted February 5th, 2010 by ybo
Q: What is the startup cost to open a storefront childcare center?
- Shameka, Park Forest, IL -
A: Unfortunately, every startup business, industry and region is different, so there is no universal formula or answer for estimating startup costs or operating expenses. Startup costs for a storefront daycare operation will be vastly different than a manufacturing plant that might require a considerable investment in equipment. But all startups, regardless of their business, need to identify their possible expenses as accurately as possible. Read more…
Posted January 12th, 2010 by ybo
While a number of experts say the slow economy is starting to show some signs of life, many business owners are still struggling. They know that every little bit of business income they bring in can be the difference between turning a profit or turning another employee away. So we’ve put together a list of 10 ways you can make more money for your business in the upcoming year. Read more…
