18,591 articles on "business"

In The Beginning...

In The Beginning…By Jenean MatthewsIn the beginning there was a thought. You had an idea that you would start your own business, be your own boss and take charge of your own life. At that timeyou should have written the purpose of the business and ...

Business And Finance  business finance purpose goals
I Have Lots of Ideas, But No Idea!

First of all I would like to explain the title a bit.I have talked with some people who would like to startan online business and have all these ideas rolling around in their head, but have no idea what to do withthem. They have many interests, but r...

Business And Finance  business finance write interests could
Misclassifying Employees as Independent Contractors ... One of the Most Expensive Mistakes of Them All! Part 2

DETERMINING WHETHER JOE IS EMPLOYEE OR INDEPENDENTCONTRACTORUnfortunately, as far as the various government agencies are concerned,there is not one single test that determines whether Joe is youremployee or an independent contractor. Even more diffic...

Business And Finance  business finance worker independent contractor employee indicative status
The Reality of Working at Home

I have spent the last five years trying to work at home and have had some success. The following are a few facts I have to share with people who are either trying to or have given up trying to work at home. Q. What about places that put up "pay money...

Business And Finance  business finance work jobs
Website Not Making Any Sales

Website Not Making Any Sales? by Marketing BasicsYou have permission to publish this article electronicallyor in print, free of charge, as long as the article is not altered and the resource box is left intact. A courtesy copy of your publication wo...

Marketing  marketing business donapost doesnapost
Do You Have A Unique Selling Proposition

Unique Selling Proposition, or USP, is a term that refers to the one thing about a product or service that makes it distinct from all others.No matter what you sell, it is critical to define what sets you apart from your competition, makes your produ...

Marketing  marketing business market product competition
Why Mastery Equals Profits

By Paul PolancoDawn contacted me about 8 months ago; frantic about her failing network marketing business. She came to me as a referral from another networker who asked me if I could help her out.Her main complaint?In her own words: "I've put $4...

Marketing  marketing business areas
Pick A Passion To Intensify And Fuel Your Online Business

I remember watching the greatest player to ever play the game of basketball, six time NBA Champion Michael Jordan. On many different occasions Michael Jordan clearly stated that determination, focus, and persistence is what helped him reach his amazi...

Online Business  online business passion feeling time
13-Point Business Development Plan for IT Professionals

Here is a thirteen-step business development plan for IT professionals and consultants. It will help you become the expert in your field and attract all the clients you need:1. Identify your niche. Without a niche, it is impossible to aim your busine...

Computers And Internet  computers internet clients prospects identify business
Yes, You Really Do Need A Marketing Plan

So you’ve gotten your business going. You have a customer or two. The phone is ringing…a little. For any business to grow and prosper long-term, it needs a solid foundation that includes a marketing plan. A marketing plan is a road map detailing ...

Marketing  marketing business plan youll