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3 Myths About Blogging

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Richard Banks) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:51:03 EDT

Blogs have taken quite the ride over the last decade. Three myths debunked about blogging that could be holding you back.

Contributor: Richard Banks
Published: Feb 07, 2012

Why It’s OK for English Teachers to Despise Your Ad Copy

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Scott Flood) — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:52:24 EDT

What your English teacher taught you about writing themes and papers doesn't always apply to business writing. This articles examines several common misconceptions.

Contributor: Scott Flood
Published: Feb 04, 2012

Employers, Why the Hate?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Liz Ryan) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 01:43:33 EDT

Over twenty-five years in HR, I haven't seen a job-search environment quite as hard on job-seekers as this one is. Why do employers abuse job applicants? Don't they know that their insulting job-application processes are driving the best candidates away?

Contributor: Liz Ryan
Published: Nov 21, 2011

Cut Operating Costs: 3 Tips

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Sabah Karimi) — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 15:31:48 EDT

Small business operating costs typically include your office rent, Internet services, payroll expense and advertising costs. Use these tips to cut unnecessary operating costs and trim the fat off common small business expenses.

Contributor: Sabah Karimi
Published: Aug 22, 2011

Increase Productivity, Profits

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (K. W. Calhoun) — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 15:45:37 EDT

For me, every minute I'm not working, I'm not making as much money as I could be, therefore; finding ways to increase my productivity and make more efficient use of my time are important aspects of my life.

Contributor: K. W. Calhoun
Published: Apr 06, 2011

Do Customers 'Like' You on Facebook?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alicia White) — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 23:36:02 EDT

Are you insulting your visitors' sensibilities with useless reveal pages on your Facebook fan page? Find out if you're one of the offenders.

Contributor: Alicia White
Published: Jan 04, 2012

Top 5 Business Trends of 2012

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Steve Strauss) — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:59:07 EDT

Top business trends to look out for

Contributor: Steve Strauss
Published: Jan 05, 2012

Writing for a Living in a Troubled Economy

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Tara M. Clapper) — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 15:40:02 EDT

A look at finding job stability in an unstable economy through self-employment opportunities.

Contributor: Tara M. Clapper
Published: Sep 12, 2011

Why We Don't Use All Our Vacation Time

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Brian C. Hopkins) — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:22:04 EDT

This article takes the Expedia Vacation Deprivation Study and parlays it into how my life is personally impacted.

Contributor: Brian C. Hopkins
Published: Dec 05, 2011

7 Ways to Help Author Friends

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Angie Mohr CA CMA) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:25:02 EDT

An author is required to do increasingly more to help a publisher market and publicize a book and this is where you – as a friend or family member-- can really help out. Here are seven ways that you can help the author in your life create a bestseller:

Contributor: Angie Mohr CA CMA
Published: Dec 12, 2011

Small Business POV: Consumer Confidence Fleeting

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Mitchell Banks) — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 10:06:42 EDT

The Consumer Confidence Index may be up this week but my small business wasn't surveyed. The government declared the 'Great Recession' to have ended in 2009 but from my perspective, it's still going.

Contributor: Mitchell Banks
Published: Nov 30, 2011

The Face of International Trade

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Mary Otilia) — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 18:28:01 EDT

Nearly all of us are aware of globalization's effects. But is global international trade an option limited to glamorous multinational corporations only? Read to find out the opportunities, resources and information available to small business owners.

Contributor: Mary Otilia
Published: Nov 01, 2011

Small Business Hiring Tips

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (K. W. Calhoun) — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 13:13:56 EDT

While there isn't an exact science to hiring employees, and even the most experienced hiring manager can make mistakes, here are a few hiring priorities to consider when forming a small business hiring strategy.

Contributor: K. W. Calhoun
Published: Apr 03, 2011

Website Writing Tips for Small Business

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (William James) — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 12:57:44 EDT

Writing good website content for your customers means writing naturally, without the hype. This article lists website writing tips and tricks. If you don't have the inclination or the time for the task, you may want to hire a copywriter for your website.

Contributor: William James
Published: Nov 02, 2011

Avoid Marketing Emergencies

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Scott Flood) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 13:57:01 EDT

A medical emergency provided the ideal metaphor for the way far too many companies handle marketing communications, as well as a source of wisdom.

Contributor: Scott Flood
Published: Nov 07, 2011

Plug Inventory, Preserve Profits

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (John R. Aberle) — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 11:03:36 EDT

Managing and growing a profitable small business is a challenging task. I enjoyed providing outside expertise to look at how my clients are doing things to find what isn’t even on their radar because that’s just how they do it here.

Contributor: John R. Aberle
Published: Nov 01, 2011

Email Marketing Tips

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Virginia Drew) — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 09:25:29 EDT

Many business owners shy away from e-mail because they receive so much that they consider it to be spam and are afraid that they will alienate their customers by sending it to them. This is not the case, and it can be a very effective technique.

Contributor: Virginia Drew
Published: Oct 24, 2011

Making Money With Revenue Share Sites

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jennifer Glennon) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 17:36:51 EDT

Publishing content on revenue sharing sites, but not seeing a dime of income? These are the reasons that you are not getting a big check each month.

Contributor: Jennifer Glennon
Published: Nov 07, 2011

31 Ways to Establish Yourself as an Expert

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Lea Richards) — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 13:27:07 EDT

Just starting out? You'll need to establish yourself as an industry expert. The more people trust you and have heard about you, the more they want to work with you. Let me show you how to do it painlessly.

Contributor: Lea Richards
Published: Oct 25, 2011

Make a Window, Crawl Through

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Elluminati) — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 10:23:53 EDT

When windows of opportunity seem closed, hidden talents can open others.

Contributor: Elluminati
Published: Nov 02, 2011

Easily Set Up Payroll for a Small Business

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Rod Little) — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 12:45:21 EDT

Here are some steps and considerations for setting up payroll for your small business.

Contributor: Rod Little
Published: Mar 12, 2011

Managing HR Workflow

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Barbara Raskauskas) — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 04:51:02 EDT

HR staff is expected to support to employees in a timely manner, which can be challenging as a company grows. If you find yourself purposely using back hallways to avoid running into employees, it's time to evaluate interruptions that can be controlled.

Contributor: Barbara Raskauskas
Published: Dec 20, 2010

Staying Safe With Small Business

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Halina Zakowicz) — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 09:54:54 EDT

Even a small business needs a safety manual in order to protect its employees from accidents and to avoid costly lawsuits. OSHA offers several resources for small businesses attempting to create safety manuals for their employees.

Contributor: Halina Zakowicz
Published: Aug 11, 2010

Advertising Law 101

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Eisla Sebastian) — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:36:44 EDT

Learn basic strategies for avoiding advertising law suits. Learn about the truth in advertising, special industry rules, legal jurisdictions and the use of endorsements.

Contributor: Eisla Sebastian
Published: Mar 01, 2010

Starting Eco-Cleaning Business

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nik Minor) — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 10:05:16 EDT

Appeal to this growing demographic of green enthusiasts by providing a competitively-priced cleaning service that minimizes it's footprint with common sense, eco-friendly cleaning techniques and products.

Contributor: Nik Minor
Published: Apr 13, 2010

Spouses as Business Partners

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Cathy A Montville) — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 09:05:16 EDT

After 18 years running a small business with my husband, I've learned a thing or two about working relationships. A husband and wife team can indeed work; it takes a lot of give and take, though.

Contributor: Cathy A Montville
Published: Sep 14, 2011

Manage Working Capital: 5 Tips

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Sabah Karimi) — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 12:40:02 EDT

How you manage your working capital as a small business owner directly affects your operational cash flow and eventually, your profits. Here are some essential tips for managing your working capital.

Contributor: Sabah Karimi
Published: Aug 25, 2011

Developing a Brand for Your Small Business

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Rod Little) — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 11:46:52 EDT

A guide to branding your small business effectively.

Contributor: Rod Little
Published: Apr 03, 2011

How to Register a Company Name

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Rod Little) — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 11:59:43 EDT

Guide to registering a fictitious company name with your state.

Contributor: Rod Little
Published: Apr 03, 2011

How a PEO Can Save Your Small Business Money

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Grace Shreve) — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 15:17:08 EDT

If you're looking for ways to cut the cost of running your small business, a PEO could be your next step toward saving money. PEOs let you eliminate the time and effort associated with human resources and turn your attention to running your business.

Contributor: Grace Shreve
Published: Feb 22, 2011

How to Win New Clients

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Maisha Wynn 'WIN') — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 19:03:06 EDT

How to WIN BIG with clients and friends!

Contributor: Maisha Wynn 'WIN'
Published: Jun 07, 2011

Balancing and Managing Your Small Business Inventory

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Rod Little) — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 12:56:43 EDT

Get the right balance between understocked and overstocked shelves; manage your inventory and track it weekly.

Contributor: Rod Little
Published: Mar 12, 2011

Inexpensive Ways to Promote Your Business

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Ashley Terrell Massard) — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 17:25:09 EDT

Becoming an entrepreneur is an exciting feeling. You feel a sense of independence. Once your business is up and running, you need to stay persistent in promoting your business and its products and services.

Contributor: Ashley Terrell Massard
Published: Nov 01, 2010

Why Do Hotels Need "Hotel Mattresses"?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Arron Cook) — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 12:50:25 EDT

Have you ever asked yourself what makes a hotel mattress any different to a regular mattress? Arron Cook explains.

Contributor: Arron Cook
Published: Mar 01, 2011

Principles of Business Management

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Desiree Schurlknight) — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 10:36:25 EDT

This is an article that identifies the common mistakes made by managers and suggests ideas for effective management.

Contributor: Desiree Schurlknight
Published: Nov 10, 2010

Costs of Starting a Massage Therapy Business

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Nik Minor) — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:23:24 EDT

Self-employment is a gratifying venture that allows you to control not only your business, but your life. With that in mind, consider the following costs for starting a massage therapy business.

Contributor: Nik Minor
Published: Jul 19, 2010

How to Choose a Mentor to Help You Grow Your Business

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Susan Baroncini-Moe) — Mon, 31 May 2010 09:47:34 EDT

Many successful small business owners say that one of the most important elements contributing to their success was having a good mentor. In this article, I'll talk about the different kinds of mentors and how to choose the right mentor for you.

Contributor: Susan Baroncini-Moe
Published: May 31, 2010

An Overview of Greentailing Practices

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Christina Pomoni) — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 14:23:04 EDT

Consumer decision making is highly influenced by the new trend of greentailing, as greener products are offered to them and greener business processes are adopted by retailers throughout the entire supply chain.

Contributor: Christina Pomoni
Published: Jun 28, 2010

Web 2.0 for Small Businesses

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Steve Strauss) — Thu, 27 May 2010 11:13:44 EDT

What do customers see when they find your business on the Web? If they don't land on a great site, you're missing an opportunity to grow your brand.

Contributor: Steve Strauss
Published: May 27, 2010

Testing a Business Idea

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Don Simkovich) — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 10:13:17 EDT

A business idea develops in your mind - but how do you know it will be profitable? Learn ways to test the business idea before investing time and money in its development.

Contributor: Don Simkovich
Published: Jun 03, 2010

The Business of Reinvention

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Michael Tchong) — Mon, 10 May 2010 17:29:15 EDT

The reinvention of Domino's shows how a brand can successfully reshape itself. But there is precious little advice that can point individuals down a similar path.

Contributor: Michael Tchong
Published: May 10, 2010

Spring Cleaning for Small Business

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Steve Strauss) — Mon, 17 May 2010 17:04:30 EDT

Owning a business can become repetitive and stale. Cleaning things out -- metaphorically -- can shake things up for the better and create new thoughts and new growth opportunities.

Contributor: Steve Strauss
Published: May 17, 2010

Creating Exponential Growth for Your Small Business

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Susan Baroncini-Moe) — Thu, 06 May 2010 15:33:51 EDT

How would you like your business to grow? Slowly, and in small steps, or quickly, in leaps and bounds? In this article, I'll show you how to create exponential growth using strategic, joint venture relationships.

Contributor: Susan Baroncini-Moe
Published: May 06, 2010