How would you assess the state of your small business these days? If things are not going in the direction you would like them to, do you have any plans to get things turned around? While many business owners go through some turbulent times, the key is making sure they […]

These tips are just the tip of the iceberg to truly mastering negotiation. In order to become skilled in the art of negotiation you will need both negotiation training and lots of practice. Quantity over quality It is well known that sharing all pertinent information and even seemingly irrelevant information […]

When developing your initial business plan, one thing you’ll be asked to do is to create a tentative budget. That initial budget, though, is unlikely to account for, well, much of anything. Despite efforts to make your business plan as specific as possible by doing your research and setting clear, […]

Many budding entrepreneurs would jump at an opportunity to buy a going concern that has proved profitable if that would mean foregoing the hassle associated with starting a new business from scratch. Even though many may wish to purchase a business that is already operational, finding a businessperson willing to […]

Any businesses, regardless of how small or large, deals with money problems at some point. When the level of profitability is smaller than the money you are putting into your activities, facing inconvenience is normal. However, when the problem persists, you might be worried that going into bankruptcy or having […]

It does not matter if you’ve had your small business around for many years or you recently opened. The goal to any successful small business is making sure it is financially solvent for a long time. With that in mind, are you doing everything within your power to give your […]

Small and large businesses alike are looking for ways to cut costs and increase efficiency. The number of tasks required from management in the running of a business can be overwhelming, and one customer service item that can be easy to check off of a list is dealing with product […]

Your business development process is vital in aiding the growth of your business. When done effectively, it helps your business to grow, expand and ensure you reach dizzying new heights. David Ogilvy (CBE, Founder of Ogilvy & Mather) once said, “In the modern world of business, it is useless to […]

Nobody wants to receive a parcel multiple days after it’s due to arrive. Having a business or online service means you have to keep customer satisfaction up and ensure your customers return to you in future. There are different ways you can do this, and one of them is to […]

When you run an auto shop, you know that keeping those you serve happy and safe is your responsibility. With that being the case, having the right parts and personnel will always be your top priorities. That said is your auto shop driving off with success? From Major to Minor […]