Feb 7, 2014 | Running Your Business
This may be a moment of dread for everyone, including an entrepreneur and small business owner: Public speaking. Standing in front of a crowd to talk can be nerve-wracking, sweat-inducing and heart-stopping, and those who struggle doing so often find it...
Feb 5, 2014 | Running Your Business
Few elements of running a small business change as fast as social media. This crucial aspect can shift on a dime, and new trends, devices, sites and other bits of technology pop up on a daily basis.Therefore, it is extremely important for companies to find ways to...
Feb 4, 2014 | Running Your Business
Many small business owners hear the word all the time – innovate – but they may not be sure exactly what it means, or how that concept can actually help them grow their venture.Essentially, innovation is the ability to take something old and established,...
Feb 3, 2014 | Banking and Finance
Slow sales figures don't necessarily mean a floundering company and a stressed financial plan – in fact, the past year saw a number of healthy companies encounter problems with this critical aspect.Thankfully, owners and managers have a...
Jan 31, 2014 | Running Your Business
When the weather drops, snow starts to fall and daylight quickly fades, it may feel like most people become less productive. Certainly in the winter – more so than many other seasons – it is tempting to curl up on the couch with a blanket...
