Archive for January, 2008
What Do Customers Really Want?
What do customers really want? I usually get emails from entrepreneurs asking me “What Do Customers Really Want”? Well, a simple answer to that question is customers want RESPECT! Customers want to receive the respect of a seller responding to their questions on a timely manner, their opinions taken seriously and their feelings considered. They [...]
Who is your market & where are they?
Who is your market and where are they? An important part of planning your business is to know who will use your products/services. The vast majority of small businesses will rely on their communities for sales. It is in your best interest to get to know everything you can about your community, or the people [...]
Six essential skills to business success
The following are six essential skills to business success. You may not have developed all of these skills, but like most things in life, you can by learning, practicing and determination. Implement these skills and you’ll be on the right track. 1. Personal Skills A healthy self esteem is necessary for you to tackle the [...]
How do you promote your business?
There are many effective methods to promote your business without having to spend a lot of money. The most successful businesses are those that are promoted through a combination of media advertising, networking, word of mouth, online and off line advertising and one-on-one promotional venues. Consistent exposure to your community online and off line are [...]
Using your computer for your home-based business
An amazing amount of work can be accomplished with a home computer and its accessories, modem, fax, printer, Internet, etc. Equipment and software needs are simple and are essential to starting any home-based business. There are many word processing and desktop publishing software that can assist in your home business. Computers range from $500 – [...]
Is working at home right for you?
Is working at home right for you? The past two days I have written articles on the advantages and disadvantages of a home based business. Today, I’d like to focus on whether working at home is right for you. If you’re a mom or dad who aches to be there when the kids come home [...]
Part 2 of 2 ~ Advantages & disadvantages of a home office
Yesterday, I wrote Part 1 of this article titled “Advantages & disadvantages of a home office”. Today, I’d like to continue Part 2 of the “disadvantages” of a home office. So now that you have the bright side (advantages) of a home office, let’s look at the other side. The majority of home-based businesses do [...]
Part 1 of 2 ~ Advantages & disadvantages of a home office
What are your advantages & disadvantages of a home office? Working from my home office is a blessing. I’ve had to outweigh the advantages and disadvantages of working from my home but the outcome for me far outweighs working in the corporate world. I have had the opportunity to encounter just about every possible positive [...]
How do you start marketing?
How do you start marketing? I believe the first step is to find out who your market really is. Research, define and target your market. Once you’ve achieved this step, you will become more able to focus on how to market your business. Many new entrepreneurs make the mistake of thinking they have a large [...]
Which business is right for you?
The choice of choosing which business is right for you can only be yours. No one can make that decision for you. Careful financial planning is essential in the final business decision. Consider the following factors as you are trying to decide which area to pursue: 1. Suitability of your skills Your personality is an [...]
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