In celebration of National Mom & Pop Business Owners Day (March 29th), Constant Contact is recognizing family-owned businesses and some of the misconceptions that surround them. They created this excellent infographic. Check it out and see if you’re guilty of falling for any of these misconceptions.
People can make – or break – your business. It’s a simple fact. You can’t build a successful and sustainable business single-handedly. But it’s not just about finding warm bodies – you need the right people in the right places who share your vision of success. Whether it’s your first hire, a professional advisor or a strategic partnership, the […]
Big business managers can do something small business owners can’t afford to do: They can throw money at a problem or project until they’re satisfied with the results. Small business owners have to be smarter and today you are blessed with a wide variety of technology-based solutions that allow you compete with bigger businesses without […]
Sometimes both the “old fashioned” way and the new web-savvy Internet way miss the mark. Let me give you an example. It’s standard procedure – and good business – to take note of your customers each year with some kind of “thank you.” Traditionally this might be a card during the holiday season, or at […]
Survey says! It’s a catch phrase that’s been in the American lexicon since Richard Dawson started hosting Family Feud in 1976. The show’s main hook is the embarrassing answers contestants give when they try to guess survey results. It can be equally as embarrassing trying to explain survey results, even when the surveys come from […]