Running a business, no matter how large or small, you need to ensure that you have some systems and procedures in place. Even if it is just little old you right now, having basic templates, pricing schedules, filing and accounting systems allows you to work much more effectively. And if there is more than one [...]
Business Start up Checklist So, you’re going to go it alone. You’ve finally decided that you want to set up your own business. This may be one of the biggest decisions you ever make; don’t jump in too fast, there are some important things that you must consider before you actually take the plunge. Using [...]
People can and do make money outsourcing and hopefully my post will give you an inside look at what is outsourcing, how it really works and what it can do for you. What is Outsourcing and how can you use it in your business? In a nutshell, Outsourcing is hiring workers outside your business to [...]
Creating A Start Up Business Plan Planning is the quintessential part of setting up your online business – It may sound scary, but essentially, creating a start up business plan is simply ‘setting out your targets and mapping a route to your goals’ This post is a brief overview of the points you will need [...]
As a great believer in Karma, I am constantly looking for ways to help others, and always try to treat others how I would like to be treated. Over the years, I have gained help, trust and respect from people around me, most of whom I consider to be close friends, many almost family. People [...]
Using Outsourcing Services If you read my last post what is outsourcing, you will know that using outsourcing services can really benefit your online business. I personally have used outsourcing services from zeerk, fiverr, odesk and elance for outsourcing various tasks in my business and continue to do so on a regular basis. As in [...]
5 Killer Guerrilla Marketing Ideas
The term “guerrilla marketing” was reputedly coined by Conrad Levinson in his book “Guerrilla Marketing” which was published in 1983. Guerrilla marketing is an advertising strategy that employs low-cost unconventional means to promote a product or service. Guerilla marketing campaigns often defy traditional marketing ideas and methods, and include strategies such as flash mobs, viral [...]
Why Getting Advice Is Important For Young Entrepreneurs
Just how valuable is input to the newbie entrepreneur? Today, being an entrepreneur is made up of two simple things “being smart” and “keeping lean.” Factor in the current economic distress, and the changing face of traditional bricks and mortar business, and you have an increasingly difficult environment for a young, inexperienced entrepreneur to get [...]
Hey! A big warm welcome to all my existing caroline baxter blog readers and of course all the new ones! This is such an exciting post to write, and I’m glad you’re here so I can share it with you. I am now the proud owner of my spanking new layout for my Caroline Baxter [...]
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