Category Archives: best practices

Are you getting in your own way?

Building a business can have its challenges. There are always obstacles to overcome and competitors to stay ahead of. In order to overcome challenges one must always be aware of the trends and best practices that help lead businesses owners … Continue reading

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Informational interviews

Informational interviews are a good tool for a small business owner to use to find out about their field of business. The interview should not be about gaining intelligence on the daily operations of a company, but to ask questions … Continue reading

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Business structure

When re-launching my publishing company this year, I realized although I was registered as a LLC, I was running my business and being taxed as a sole proprietor. Because of this, I was not receiving full liability protection for my … Continue reading

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Expectations

When starting my business and making my action plan I had day dreams of how things would be. I would register my business with the state, and then the gates of business opportunity would open up and I would be … Continue reading

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Anti-social on social media

I thought that since I am kind of shy, awkward, and not comfortable in real life social situations, that social media marketing would be right up my alley to help me sell my book, but I have found that the … Continue reading

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Business card

In this world of electronic communication, it is amazing how much power the business card still holds. The business card is your own personal billboard for your business, it is your sales pitch, your elevator speech, all on this 3.5″ … Continue reading

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