Online retail has been growing at an astronomical rate in recent years, and this was accelerated by the pandemic, which saw worldwide e-commerce sales increase by a staggering 27.6% in 2020. Therefore, there are more people than ever before running their own online retail businesses from home. One vital consideration when setting up your own …
In today’s connected world, there are many free courses available covering nearly any subject. But the best courses from leading providers are typically not free. We are currently providing reimbursement to students taking courses from three major providers: IAP Career College, MindValley, and Udemy. Keep reading to understand how you can apply for reimbursement of …
In these modern times, videos are one of the most important tools you need for global growth of your business. More than 72% of customers prefer learning about products and services through videos. These figures prove the popularity of videos as effective marketing tools. Video marketing is not just a buzzword – it’s so much …
Running a business of any size is not easy. It takes a lot of time, patience, and you have to be willing to make tough decisions. Managing the finances of a business is another story altogether. Even the smallest oversights can have the biggest implications if the finances are not managed successfully. There are a …
I got an email this morning from Flippa, a popular online business selling platform, regarding a business for sale. As a business consultant, I’m always interested in what industries are performing well. I also like to keep an eye out for businesses that might sell simply because the owner has made enough and wants to …
As a business consultant, new business owners often ask me how to handle taxes. While my first response is to recommend hiring an accountant, there are a few things that business owners can and should do to prepare for tax time which you’ll need to do regardless if you’re filing through a CPA or doing …
Thanks to the internet, almost any business with an understanding of e-commerce can be a global business. If you want to make the most of the global potential of your small business, it is essential to prepare carefully and find the right tools to help you. You will also need to hone and improve your …
I’m still an avid soccer player, although I’m well past my prime. One difference that has become obvious to me over the years between those who make goals and those who never do is the willingness to take a shot. It’s the same difference between those who are wildly successful in life and those who …
Do you think you have what it takes to help others unravel the complexities of their own life or business? If you exude charisma, have expertise or natural talent in a particular field or management style, and have a strong desire to help others, then life coaching could be a great opportunity for you. Helping …
Congratulations, you have decided to open the next location for your business! Whether this is the second store or the latest addition to your chain, it is always exciting to expand your business. Here are some of the things you should think about when you want to open a new branch of your business. Nail …
As a web content writer, you have probably had to face the fact that a large part of your job consists of writing duplicate content. It is frustrating to have to write about a subject you are familiar with because you are under a tight schedule, and you have to meet the client’s deadlines. And …
I chuckled the other day as my wife Pamela said, “Can we shut down the ads until I get a few more people hired? We can’t keep up!!!” It seems counterintuitive to most new business owners, but sometimes, you need to slow down your business growth to set yourself up properly for long-term success. I …
Wondering how much cash you need to start a business? Former bank director and business consultant Don Smith discusses this issue. Keep reading for a business startup cost calculator and some relatively low-cost business ideas. What You Do Determines How Much Cash You Need to Start a Business When determining how much cash you’ll need, …
A few days ago, my wife hired another lady for her cleaning business which has been taking off with several new recurring clients signing up every week. The lady showed up six minutes late for her interview, and I cautioned her that it was a red flag. She liked her though, and even though a …
Is work-from-home your struggle story? Read the article below While Covid-19 celebrates more than one year of existence affecting harm to humans all across the globe, it has left a scar on people’s minds that might not wash away. One of the new normal techniques is ‘work from home’. One has to agree that most …
Business-to-business prospecting is a sales method designed to seek fresh potentials to convert into loyal customers and regular clients. The technique functions by involving agencies that trade with other businesses, for example, an enterprise that deals with raw materials trading to a manufacturing agency. Several enterprises think that business-to-business prospecting is easy and doesn’t need …