Articles Index
7 Ways to Communicate More Effectively in Your Small Business
Effective communication is an important part of starting and growing a successful small business. These tips will help you improve your communication processes.
5 Tips for Getting Started with Twitter in Your Small Business
Tips to help you get started using Twitter effectively to promote and market your small business.
Small Business Licenses, Permits and Regulations
A state-by-state listing of registration, license and permit regulations for small businesses.
How to Plan for Retirement as a Small Business Owner
Small business retirement planning tips, including how to create a realistic retirement plan and change your perspective on retirement planning.
7 Ways to Use Pinterest in Your Small Business
Tips, resources and examples to help you use Pinterest to promote your small business online.
Small Business Bartering 101
What you need to know about small business bartering before you enter into a bartering arrangement.
33 Ways to Use Technology In Your Small Business
Small business owners who use technology have an edge in business. Here are some small business technology ideas to get you started.
5 Ways to Use the Cloud in Your Small Business
Cloud computing can change the way small business owners do business. Here is a look at how small businesses can use the cloud.
Should Your Small Business Go Paperless?
Going paperless in your small business means making a lot of changes. Review the pros and cons of creating a paperless office.
How to Stop Micromanaging Right Now
Stop the micromanaging your team by following these five steps.
Are You a Micromanager?
Are you a micromanager? Stop the micromanagement cycle by becoming aware of the danger in micromanaging and identifying if you are a micromanager in your small business.
How to Use Social Media for Customer Service
Smart small businesses are using social media to expand their customer service practices. Here are a few tips to integrate customer service into social media.
How to Raise Your Small Business Rates without Losing Clients
Raising your rates in your small business doesn't have to result in the loss of clients. Follow these tips to raise your rates and earn what you deserve for the services you provide.
7 Tips for Running Your Business on a Bootstrap Budget
Tips for keeping your business alive and thriving with a small, bootstrap budget.
How to Start a Small Business
How to start a small business including developing a business idea, conducting business research, selecting a business structure, choosing a business name and setting up your accounting system.
Four Ways Fund Your Business on a Bootstrap Budget
Alternatives for finding capital to start a small business on a bootstrap budget.
Do I Need an Accountant?
Deciding if your small business needs an accountant isn't always an easy decision. Explore if hiring an accountant is right for your business by reviewing this list of common tasks completed by an accountant.
SWOT Analysis for Small Business
The SWOT analysis process explained for small business owners, from the brainstorming process, to using a SWOT matrix, to using the data uncovered in the process.
SMART Goal Setting 101
SMART goal setting is a popular technique for validating your goals. Here is an introduction to SMART goal setting that will help you maximize goals in your business.
How to Grow Your Small Business
A summary of how small business owners can take their business to the next level and keep moving forward.
How to Write an Elevator Pitch
An elevator pitch or elevator speech can be a powerful tool for a small business owner. Here is a step-by-step process for creating an effective elevator pitch.
How to Write a Unique Selling Proposition
A unique selling proposition (USP) is a statement that succinctly outlines how your business, product or service is different from that of your competition. This four-step exercise will help you write a unique selling proposition for your company, product or service.
101 Small Business Marketing Activities
There are thousands of effective small business marketing tactics to promote your products and services. Here is a list of 101 small business marketing ideas to get you started.
Is Having a Passion for Business Enough?
Having a business passion makes sense and has proven to be a key factor for many successful small business owner, but passion alone is not enough to make a new business successful. Here are some of the other factors that can set you on the path to small business success.
101 Small Business Ideas
A list of 101 small business ideas to help you explore business opportunities that may be available to you.