by SmallBusinessDelivered.com on September 9th, 2009
These are important to keep in mind at all times.
1. Set the tone at the top
Do you shout at your employees? Are you always ducking out of the office early? Monitor your actions as the owner of your small business. Employees follow your lead. If bad behavior is acceptable for you, then it will be seen as being acceptable by those who work for you. The tone starts right up with you the small business owner and travels downhill. Show respect, tolerance and have patience with those working for you. If you as the leader do not show... Read more »
by Steve Strauss on August 10th, 2009
Q: What is the best way to get out of my business? Long story short, I am a self-employed graphic designer. Business has slowed to a crawl, the bills have piled up, and my credit cards are getting ready to sue me. Please help.
Mark
A: I suppose it is not surprising that I am getting more and more questions like this every day. It used to be that small businesses were better able to handle a recession because other avenues were available to help keep things afloat – home equity, credit cards, SBA loans, etc.
Sadly, those options have... Read more »
by Rebecca Button on June 30th, 2008
Last year American’s spent nearly 2.5 billion to celebrate the 4th of July. This year, the weakened economy and soaring gas prices will take the air out of those revenue sales. According to the NRF 2008 Independence Day Consumer Intentions and Actions Survey , while two-thirds of Americans will still celebrate the holiday, many will be doing so at home.
So what can you do to help cash conscientious consumers enjoy their Independence Day this year?
Offer promotions, consider doing a PRE holiday sale and there’s no better way to attract customers than giving away FREE STUFF! Like gas for... Read more »