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Small Biz Resources

As a new entrepreneur I’d like to see a link for “Small Business Resources” as one of the menu items. This “Small Business Resources” page would allow entrepreneurs and small business owners to ask questions and/or search ...READ»

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Casting Call

If you work for a small business or startup -- and you'd like to pursue an organizational makeover -- TLC's upcoming reality TV program Taking Care of Business might be a perfect fit. The producers are currently seeking a small ...READ»

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Become a Software Reseller That's More Than Just a Box-Pusher

You Want to Become a Software Reseller? Rather than Settling for a Low-Margin, Obsolete Business Model, this Article Shows You 3 Tips on How to Add High-Margin Consulting Services Revenue into Your Offerings as You Look to Become a Software Reseller. READ»

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MySpace Partners With Citysearch for "MySpace Local"

In a Web event this morning, MySpace announced a new service called MySpace Local in partnership with Citysearch that will debut in open beta next month. Using the latter's database of 75,000 local businesses, MySpace has created ...READ»

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Paradox of Thrift? Buy Local During the Recession

I met up with a friend the other night who owns an up-and-coming handbag company in Brooklyn, New York. I asked her how she thought the little boutiques and restaurants lining our Carroll Gardens neighborhood could possibly survive ...READ»

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Become an I.T. Consultant and Small Business Super-Hero

Do you want to Become an I.T. Consultant for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses? While it's a great career, you have to know what differentiates the IT needs of different-sized companies. This article gets you started understanding these key differentiators, so you can become an I.T. consultant with both eyes open.READ»

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THE RISK OF ALTERNATIVE FINANCING

To anyone who has been denied a bank loan for a small business, it may seem that the proverbial door of opportunity has closed. Many choose to continue looking for a solution. For most that are determined to start a small business, alternative business financing can be a feasible solution. READ»

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PC Repair Training: A Necessity or Luxury for IT Pros?

Do PC Repair? PC Repair Training won't get you steady clients like this can. Learn how to start your own PC Repair Business now. READ»

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IT Contractor Jobs and Using Moonlighting as a Stepping Stone

Looking for IT Contractor Jobs? Stop Settling for Lousy IT Contractor Jobs that are a Big Dead-End. You Can Do Much Better, Even If You're Just Moonlighting. Learn How to Build a Real Business with Great Clients, So Your IT Contractor Jobs Give You a Future.READ»

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THE SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

            The Small Business Administration (SBA) is an independent agency of the federal government designed to counsel, assist and protect the interests of small businesses. They offer a wide range of services, from ...READ»

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Bankruptcy Debt Woes for Small Businesses

Small businesses need business planning for the future, and that planning needs to include what to do in the event of a bankruptcy. READ»

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UNDERSTANDING FINANCING

             New small business leaders and managers have to develop at least basic skills in financial management. Expecting others in the organization to manage small business finances is clearly asking for trouble. ...READ»

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What Can Celebrated Graphic Designer Jeff Fisher Teach Us About Small Business Marketing?

By Marcia Ming One of the key mistakes small businesses make when creating an online presence is trying to do it all themselves, says Jeff Fisher, a graphic designer with 30 years experience, and author of two books on graphic ...READ»

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To Some, "Small Business" is Big Business

Language is a form of power. It is far more than simply communication. Its usage, evolution and application can confer or limit power and status like other forms of influence, bet they physical or mental. Thus, we have to take great ...READ»

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SEO & Social Media: The PB&J of Web Marketing

Search engine optimization and social media marketing go together like, well, peanut butter & jelly. Find out how this powerful combination can increase your business's online visibility.READ»

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Cabling Jobs for Small Businesses that Crave End-to-End Virtual IT

If you're trying to run your entire business just on revenue from cabling jobs and finding yourself scrambling to make ends meet, this is your wake-up call.READ»

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How to Succeed in Green Business Without Really Trying

Small businesses are the backbone of the economy, and our back is hurting.  The down economy has strained a great number of small businesses, which while viewed as essential for the economy are not too big to fail.  Byron Kennard ...READ»

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Partnering as a Data Cabling Company

Most data cabling companies face a choice of two distinctly different business development paths.READ»

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M&A: SBA small business certification rules

Last July 1st, a significant change in the Small Business Administration regulations became effective. If a small businesses merges or is acquired it now must now re-certify that it still a small business within 30 days of closing. ...READ»

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Taxes and Business Credit

Posted February 3rd, 2009 by admin There are 4 general types of small business taxes: income tax, self-employment tax, employment taxes and excise tax. All small businesses are required to file annual income tax returns, with the exception of partnerships, which file an information return.READ»

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How the Stimulus Package will help Small, Green Businesses Help us All

What's small and green and will get the economy moving again?READ»

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Computer Business Marketing that Targets the Right Prospects

Own a Computer Business? Learn how you can get your business more great, steady, high-paying computer business clients now.READ»

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“The Only Thing We Have To Fear…”

I grow tired of hearing the opinion that business plans are not a necessary component of starting a business.  In Mike Michalowicz’s blog post Business Plans are OUT! Here’s the New Way… he expounds on the virtues of the ...READ»

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The Designer-Small Biz Connection

If you want your business to be noticed, design is everything. However, a lot of startups and small businesses often don’t have the budget for an in-house design department. In an effort to facilitate the connection between ...READ»

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Why We Want to Stay "Micro"Entrepreneurs

Hanh mitakyapi. Every so often, someone asks a question that seems really off in left field on the surface, but actually begs for a considered answer. Recently, someone asked me why anyone would "want" to establish a business with ...READ»