We’ve been doing this marketing malarkey for the best part of twelve years. Over that time, I reckon we’ve seen just about every marketing mistake, wrong assumption, or badly set up communication initiative. Bad marketing doesn’t just cost you time, money, and effort. In the more extreme cases it can even turn potential customers away […]
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Your business doesn’t have thousands of employees or millions of dollars to spend on unnecessary extras. Don’t waste money on conferencing software that charges you for features you don’t need and users you don’t have. Instead, check out the best conference services for small or medium-sized businesses. You’re more likely to find a solution that
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It might be the season for giving, but that shouldn’t include unauthorized access to your office’s Wi-Fi network. It might seem a bit old-fashioned to be worried about giving away wireless Internet. But what if your office is running on a data cap? Those unauthorized megabytes can add up quickly – and expensively. And there’s
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Chicago has always been known as my kind of town, and that kind of inclusive thinking is precisely why it has taken on a new persona in recent years. A trip down the Chicago river highlights the city’s rich history. Colorful, familiar names like Wrigley, Sears, and Oprah remind us of the city’s entrepreneurial roots.
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As a small business owner, you have a lot on your plate. But, that doesn’t mean you should do everything yourself—consider outsourcing. By outsourcing some of your daily business tasks to another companies or individual, you can spend more of your time growing your business. Outsourcing might seem like something only big businesses can do,
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The subscription-based business model is getting more visibility than ever. The reason is obvious. Recurring payments help companies predict cash flow. So, what do you need to do to start a successful subscription business? Running a SaaS business that offers subscription boxes, applications, or membership fees can bring you many benefits. It saves time, provides
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Tumisu / Pixabay Small business owners and entrepreneurs know that they can never stop learning. Webinars are effective learning tools, whether its filling in knowledge gaps, learning the latest techniques, or networking with industry leaders. Good webinars are definitely worth your investment in time. You can find a wide range of topics available, including product
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Today’s post will continue where our previous post, Why Your PC is Slowing Down, left off. If your PC is losing its quick and spritely ways when it’s still relatively young, you may be able to do something about it. And here’s where you should start.
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Dog groomers. Fast food restaurants. Physical therapists. What do these three things have in common? They are businesses that can’t be done remotely—at least not yet. So why would a dog groomer, a fast food restaurant, or a physical therapist need a website, much less a social media page? If your business is location based
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Small business is booming thanks to government programs, supply and demand, and modern workers seeking flexibility in response to a rigid 40-hour workweek. As a small business owner, you’ll work closely with your employees and therefore will need to create strong relationships and positive workplace culture to ensure success. The tips below will get you
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