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A case for a business plan - September, 11’s lesson for small and medium business owners
Many of us know the story of Morgan Stanley, the global financial services firm and largest tenant in the World Trade Center, who lost ONLY 6 out of its 2,700 employees on September, 11. But did you ever wonder why? Why only 6 employees (including Morgan Stanley’s head of security)? And what on earth can this story tell us about business plans?
Marketing - the Engine That Drives Your Business
What is marketing really about? Small Business Owners usually balk at the mention of Marketing because they feel they can never afford to do the sort of Marketing (Advertising) that the BIG BRANDS do. From the discussions with some entrepreneurs and Small and Medium business owners, it was discovered that Small and Medium businesses are looking for effectiveness and what will deliver results. This is probably due to the limited finances they have therefore every penny has to count.

The Impact of Social Media on Sales, Support, Marketing, and Branding
Over at the Sun Microsystems small and medium business site, I published an interview with Josh Bernoff about his new book (co-authored with Charlene Li) called Groundswell: Winning in a World Transformed by Social Technologies.
#1 Killer of Small and Medium Business
In these challenging economic times it is easy to take your eye off the ball. Many times we fail to stay focused on something that is taken for granted when times are good but crucial to stay on top of when times are challenging.

Joint Venture Jitters
Some common questions that come up for people who are unaccustomed to the Joint Venture mindset can deprive them of the wonderful benefits of this powerful business tool. Here’s some thoughts to get you past these initial Joint Venture jitters.

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Creative Debt and Equity Financing Programs for Small and Medium Size Businesses
This article introduces several concepts and information about financial programs that are little know to the small and medium size business owners. The programs are commonly used by the larger corporations on a daily basis. We have down-size the concept to make them available for the small and medium size businesses. If you are having difficulty finding funding for your start-up or expanding company this article is a must read, you will not find this information in your local book store or college course
The truth about PR: A Q&A with a senior PR consultant
As a consultancy that offers services to small-medium businesses, we are continually exposed to business owners’ opinions and perceptions regarding public relations (PR). It still amazes us that many small businesses don’t fully understand what PR is and how they can use a PR strategy to their advantage – so we’ve made it our mission to get to the bottom of some of the most common misconceptions when it comes to small business PR.
Risks of Buying a Small Business Without Help
Make no mistake; buying a business is no small task. That goes for huge entities to small businesses alike. Certain things like the amount of time it takes to complete the entire purchase as well as the price is much larger in a large or medium business versus small but, other things are much more intense with a small business purchase. One of those intense things is the...
Marketing - the Engine That Drives Your Business
What is marketing really about? Small Business Owners usually balk at the mention of Marketing because they feel they can never afford to do the sort of Marketing (Advertising) that the BIG BRANDS do. From the discussions with some entrepreneurs and Small and Medium business owners, it was discovered that Small and Medium businesses are looking for effectiveness and what will deliver results. This is probably due to the limited finances they have therefore every penny has to count.

Small Business Jobs & Credit Act: What’s in it for Small Business?
On September 27th, President Obama signed into law, the much awaited Small Business Jobs & Credit Act. I’ve been surprised by how little most small business owners seem to know about the provisions of this law and what is in it for them. The most highly publicized feature of the bill is the $30 Billion dollar small business loan fund. For many or most small businesses, this may be the least relevant feature of the law. Other features of the law include tax breaks for small to medium sized businesses, tax incentives for equity investors in small businesses and some significant changes in SBA lending programs.
Secrets On How To Crack The Government Of Canada Small Business Loan Financing Program
Canada Small Business Loans aren’t really that small !Information on the Government of Canada Small Business Loan program . Solid tips and secrets around how the program works . why this type of financing can benefit small and medium sized businesses in Canada .
Canadian 21st Century Financing – Utilizing Government Small Business Loans - Why an SBL Loan Is Right For You
Information on Canadian government small business loans . Why the SBL ( small business loan !) program might be the answer you need for start up and small to medium sized established businesses . Here’s how .
The New Boomer Entrepreneur, Start-Ups and Start-Downs
Small business has changed dramatically since the new millennium. For starters, it's grown dramatically with 95% of all businesses in Canada and the United States being classified as small or medium-sized. Moreover, the distinction between micro and larger more established small and medium-sized businesses is widely accepted by most companies targeting the 'small business market' today. This means suppliers of all kinds of products and services recognize the significant differences in their respective needs and have created distinct offerings to suit the unique requirements of these separate and distinct groups.
Is There A Small Business Loan From Government ? Yes, Here’s Why Canadian SBL Loans Work !
Information on why the small business loan from government is one of the most sought after loans from small and medium sized businesses in Canada . Let SBL financing help your start up or established business.
5 Areas and 20 Questions for Improving Organisational Health
Just like individuals, there are very good reasons why every business should do regular health checks. While most medium to large businesses are aware of this and, in part, use frequent CEO briefings to do this, what happens in small to medium sized businesses (SMEs) can be a little like what happens with too many people – we know we should do it but never get around to it until a situation arises that cannot be ignored.
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