WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR TIME MANAGEMENT

June 7th at 10:45pm

Do you currently suffer with bad time management? Are you looking for ways to improve your time management skills? And want to get more out of each day? If you answered yes, then you are like millions of other people across the world who are looking to improve the way they manage their time. 10 Practical Ways to Improve Your Time Management Skills Delegate Tasks. It is common for all of us to take more tasks than our desired potential. Prioritize Work. Before the start of the day, make a list of tasks that need your immediate attention. Schedule Tasks. Set up Deadlines. Overcome…

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BUSINESS FUNDING FOR AUTOMOTIVE BUSINESSES

May 31st at 10:32pm

Keeping an automotive repair business running smoothly sometimes requires more funding than you have available. The nature of your business requires you to have enough cash to stock the right parts, equipment and supplies, which are essential in providing excellent, timely service to your customers. Like a car, your automotive repair business needs just the right product to make it run smoothly. Your ideal solution is funding that is quick and does not demand collateral, excellent credit, or put your success at risk if you experience a temporary slump in business. What are the best business funding options for auto…

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FINANCING FOR YOUR RETAIL BUSINESS

May 10th at 10:18pm

Most every small business need funding and other types of financing, but as a retailer you’re in a unique position. Not only do you need capital to purchase and develop a storefront, but you also must secure inventory to last until you have the cash flow to purchase more. Here are some ideas to keep in mind. Keeping your supply chain moving Although funding and credit cards are the first things you’d probably associate with business credit, your company’s financial history also affects transactions with your suppliers. Securing funding for peak business and restructuring Getting the financing your company needs is critical during the busiest…

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MARKETING IDEAS FOR RETAILERS

May 3rd at 9:54pm

If you are running a retail business — whether brick and mortar or online — there are basic principles you need to adhere to in order to drive traffic and turn sales. Having an effective retail marketing strategy is key to the success of every retail operation. Here are some proven retail marketing ideas from experienced business owners and seasoned marketers to help you bring your store to even greater heights. Markdowns. Master the Art of the Window Display. …Loyalty Programs. …Hold Events. …Leverage Social Media. …Start a YouTube Channel. …Rent a Stand at a Local Fair. …Sell Locally-Made Products.

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BEST INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS CREDIT CARDS

April 26th at 9:42pm

Traveling is expensive enough. Save money with a credit card that has no foreign transaction fee. Whether you’re sampling local cuisine or shopping online abroad, these are the best cards that give you one less thing to worry about.  Best Credit Cards with No Foreign Transaction Fees Capital One® VentureOne® Rewards Credit Card: Best for low interestCapital One® Quicksilver® Cash Rewards Credit Card: Best for flat-rate cash backBank of America® Travel Rewards Visa® credit card: Best for flat rewards rateCapital One® SavorOne® Cash Rewards Credit Card: Best for diningWells Fargo Propel American Express® card: Best for no annual feeDiscover it®…

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TIPS FOR BUSINESS TRAVELING

April 19th at 9:27pm

If you’re frequently on the road for work, use these tips to make the most of your time away from home. Business Travel Tips for Frequent Corporate Travelers Use only carry on bags. Lugging a large suitcase through a foreign city or having your luggage lost before your destination is no way to start a business trip. Pack light to keep all your belongings in your allotted carry on bags.Keep essentials packed between trips. Having extra toiletries, chargers, office supplies and business cards already in your bag can save you time each time you travel.Pack dress shirts in plastic garment bags.…

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RESTAURANT BUSINESS FINANCING

April 12th at 9:04pm

To help you with your financing options, take a look at 12 ways to get financing to start a new restaurant. #1: Investors Your first option for funding is finding investors to give you the money to open your business #2: Loans from Friends and Family If your friends and family are completely on-board with your restaurant concept and helping you succeed, friends and family funding can be helpful. #3: SBA Loans The US Small Business Association (SBA) offers funding to new small businesses such as your restaurant. #4: Bank Loans Most restaurant owners get financing through funding from their local bank.…

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WHAT HAPPENED TO KODAK? A GOOD BUSINESS LESSON

April 5th at 11:55pm

Eastman Kodak Co. is often cited as an iconic example of a company that failed to grasp the significance of a technological transition that threatened its business. After decades of being an undisputed world leader in film photography, Kodak built the first digital camera back in 1975. But several factors made it exceedingly difficult for Kodak to shift gears and emerge with a consumer franchise that would be sustainable over the long term. The transition from analog to digital imaging brought several challenges. First, digital imaging was based on a general-purpose semiconductor technology platform that had nothing to do with…

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