There has been a lot of buzz over the past few years over the use of overseas virtual assistants. Many small business owners- especially those working on their own- swear by it as a way to get a lot done at a fraction of the cost it would take to hire a "Westerner." But, then ... Read more...
How many times have you heard about those "must-have" business tools that will supposedly make it easier to run your business (and life)? I don't know about you, but to me it's getting pretty overwhelming. How are we as entrepreneurs, small business owners, and self-employed professionals supposed to know which tools are really right for ... Read more...
When you're a small business owner, you're always busy. You've got to manage the daily operations of your business. You're responsible for your employees. You need to keep current on the trends in your industry, make long-term strategic development plans, and implement tactics every day. And, this comes on top of all the responsibilities and ... Read more...
Buying a vehicle for your small business involves a lot of questions: Which make and model is the most appropriate for your business? Should you get a used vehicle or a new one? Should you lease or should you buy? How do you know that the car dealership isn't ripping you off? Getting the best ... Read more...
If you are working with slim profit margins or incoming cash flows that are intermittent and inconsistent, then effective cost control should be a top priority. But where do you even start? We all know that the costs of health insurance, commodities, and the average small business tax burden have been big profit eaters over ... Read more...