Archives: November 2007

Why you should have a business card

November 30th, 20070 comments

A business card goes a long way in establishing the legitimacy of your company. It makes it look successful and trustworthy, but more importantly, it makes referrals a breeze. Imagine being asked for your name and contact number by a client’s acquaintance. Is writing your name and contact information on a piece of table napkin [...]

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The Fake Steve Jobs Video Motivates Me

November 29th, 20070 comments

So while avoiding homework and skimming my feedreader, I landed upon a video that can be a great motivational tool for online business owners and bloggers. It is very entertaining and humorous as well, so it will surely appeal to any college entrepreneur. The video I found through Retire Young and Wealthy, and it’s been [...]

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Who to turn to for business advice

November 29th, 20071 Comment

When new to a business, you need to mingle with people who are experts in and around your field. People just love showing off how they became successful, so these people would probably be more than happy to show you the ropes. Look around you Suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, subcontractors – there’s a wealth of advice [...]

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What to look for in a business partner

November 28th, 20070 comments

Two heads, as they say, are better than one. That’s provided that those two heads can work together well. Whether you’re just starting out or planning a business expansion, having a partner can be tremendous boost. But be careful. Your partner, by his standing in the business, can either make or break you. Consider the [...]

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What good customer service can do for YOU

November 28th, 20071 Comment

Getting up-close and personal Let me tell you a story. A friend of mine worked as a manager for a small restaurant beside a school. It was quite out of the way, the location was the very definition of obscure, but he successfully managed it and made some money for himself. It started out slow, [...]

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