The Latest Technologies and Small Business

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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…

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The Basics of Lead Nurturing

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Picture this…you’ve just returned from a tradeshow or seminar where you met and made a lot of great sales contacts. What do you do next? Unfortunately some businesses wait too long to follow-up with these new prospects, and the leads go cold. Others will begin to bombard these leads with unwanted sales materials and annoying sales calls. Still others will simply pass on the contact because they weren’t immediately ready to purchase. Read more…

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10 Ways to Make More Money for Your Business

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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…

Don’t Let the Holidays Manage You

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It’s holiday time again. For most, that means time for plenty of holiday cheer, parties, family get-togethers, and quiet moments by a roaring fire. That is unless you own a small business. To many business owners, the holidays just mean you have twice as much to do as any other time of the year. And if you don’t plan your life and your business carefully, you could miss out on all the fun. So here are a few tips for managing your business and your life around this busy time of year. Read more…

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