Tag Archives: 'Small business'

How to take a holiday from your business

How to take a holiday from your business

When I became self employed I received a lot of doom-and-gloom advice from presumably well-meaning people: - “It’s hard work from now on – you’d better kiss holidays goodbye.” - “Self-employment? Fine, if you like working [...]

So ladies, does size really matter in business?

So ladies, does size really matter in business?

Gather round Ladies – I have a secret to share with you.  Size does not matter…indeed small can bring the most personal satisfaction.   What am I talking about?  Well business of course! Both men and women [...]

3 simple business strategies to grow your business

3 simple business strategies to grow your business

The following business strategies for small business will help you grow your business, get more clients, retain your current clients and make you more sales. First of all business owners need to understand that any business [...]

Do you display your prices on your website?

Do you display your prices on your website?

How easy to read are your prices? If there is one question that comes up time and time again with clients who want their website reviewed, it’s this: “Do I display my prices?” My answer time [...]

What you should really have on your business card

What you should really have on your business card

When you first decide to set up your own business, designing your business card is one of the most exciting things you can do. Somehow, the business card makes you feel like your business is ‘real’. [...]

The Secret To Online Marketing

The Secret To Online Marketing

As a small business owner where do you start with online marketing, what is really going to get you the results you’re looking for and the sort of return your business needs? Let’s look at things [...]

Setting Big Goals Will Drive Your Business Farther

Setting Big Goals Will Drive Your Business Farther

If you are considering starting up a new business venture in the near future, or currently own an established business, it is likely that you may be unsure as to what the next steps are in [...]

Your customer is king… do you treat them like one?

Your customer is king… do you treat them like one?

There is no doubt that 2009 has been tough, many businesses haven’t weathered the storm, many have profited on the situation and many have managed to stay afloat. Most have broke even and have to try [...]

Top Tips for Running your Business in Turbulent Times

Top Tips for Running your Business in Turbulent Times

Although expert opinions vary and there are already ‘green shoots’ of recovery in certain areas, the business environment looks set to be turbulent for some time. What does this mean for you and your business?  Now [...]

To buy or not to buy? YouTube is the Answer

To buy or not to buy? YouTube is the Answer

Pirated pop videos and teenager’s angst-ridden mini-films are YouTube’s most well-known content. However, it is also home to many videos about products and services. Some videos are made by companies. Others are made by professional and [...]