Posts Tagged ‘Small Business Ideas’
By Donnie Starr On September 2, 2008
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There is a very simple reason some entrepreneurs do amazingly well in business while others do not. It has nothing to do with product or location or backing or education or street smarts or dumb luck. It has more to do with people willing to do whatever it takes for as long as it takes to succeed in business.
By Donnie Starr On September 2, 2008
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During the dot-com boom the mantra was "Brick and mortar is dead!" Then when most of the dot-com's crashed like an elephant sitting on a wicker chair, the mantra suddenly changed back to "The Internet is dead! Long live brick and mortar!" In both instances those doing the shouting were dead wrong (and highly annoying). The correct mantra should be "Long live ecommerce enabled brick and mortar!" It's not as catchy, but a lot more accurate.
By Donnie Starr On September 2, 2008
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You have probably never considered the fact that Santa is the CEO of a large organization that not only distributes a vast assortment of products throughout the world, but does so in a single night with just a sleigh and eight tiny reindeer. Sam Walton would have killed to have Santa's logistics manual.
By Donnie Starr On September 2, 2008
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Market research is a key ingredient in today's business environment. In this article an expert on business, gives some sound advice to entrepreneurs about market research that can help make better business decision and make the critical difference between business success and failure.
By Donnie Starr On September 2, 2008
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The experience of dealing with contractors and other entrepreneurs is an interesting one as it highlights some key business issues. Planning, scheduling, customer satisfaction and accurate budgeting are just some of the things that play an important role in ensuring a successful business.
By Donnie Starr On September 2, 2008
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In the early days of a new business, you will be swamped with things to do. Licenses must be obtained, paperwork filed and operations started. Once these basic details are in place and your company is up and running, there are some other matters that you should consider. Self-employment requires you to make certain financial decisions that can impact your long term success and happiness.
By Donnie Starr On September 2, 2008
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Small businesses can always use an extra infusion of cash. Here are four ways to find money for your company you might not have thought of.
By Donnie Starr On September 2, 2008
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If you're looking for a business that you can, literally, start from nothing, then you might want to consider starting a flyer delivery service. Flyer distribution is big business. After all, if there wasn't a lot of money to be made, newspapers and the Postal Service would quickly discontinue this service.
By Donnie Starr On September 2, 2008
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Are you looking to start a small business? Are you at a loss with the many choices you have in front of you? If so, try to check into this another option for a small business - inflatables. Inflatables are life-sized toys where kids can bounce and jump around. You surely have seen them in playgrounds, theme parks, and malls.
By Donnie Starr On September 2, 2008
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When you first go into business on your own, the idea of having a partner can be very appealing. You dream of having someone to share your goals, challenges, risks, and responsibilities and, of course, celebrations. It can also be an attractive option if you've been doing it on your own for a while and want to broaden your base and take your business up a level. Forming a partnership can be a fantastic way of growing a business. So why is it there are so many tales of business woe about partnerships that didn't work out?