Archive | Tips & Advice

RSS feed for this section
iStock_000019583827Small

Business news roundup

By on October 14, 2013 in Tips & Advice
Foursquare launches ads for small businesses, the government shutdown stalls loans to small businesses and a new social media site promises privacy online.
Read full story • Comments { 0 }
Close-up of a humorous nametag

A good boss can make all the difference

By on October 11, 2013 in Tips & Advice
What makes a good boss? Here are some characteristics we all should be aiming for as we develop in our careers.
Read full story • Comments { 1 }
file2991294259527

Six steps to a better business atmosphere

By on October 10, 2013 in Tips & Advice
A theme, a playlist packed with your favorite music, and a staff that's ready to please. All of these can have a big impact on your business and ultimately your customers.
Read full story • Comments { 0 }
IMG_2327

How to survive an online smear campaign

By on October 9, 2013 in Tips & Advice
Your company’s reputation is everything. You’ve likely spent significant cash and employee time building your website and social media accounts. If your online presence is… more...
Read full story • Comments { 0 }
file7631246765670

Understanding the debt ceiling & The week ahead

By on October 7, 2013 in Tips & Advice
In 10 days the United States may not be able to pay its bills. The ramifications could be severe and impact everyone including small businesses. You can read about that plus see what's coming up in the business week ahead here.
Read full story • Comments { 0 }
future and past

Change is good?

By on October 4, 2013 in Tips & Advice
Ever heard the expression the only constant is change? Or some variation of that line? I would have to say I agree. I would also… more...
Read full story • Comments { 3 }
file0001378416586

The passion & rhythm of business

By on October 3, 2013 in Tips & Advice
What drives a small business owner or entrepreneur? How do they keep that focus when the day to day activities of the job start to take their toll? Small biz guru Melody Campbell explains.
Read full story • Comments { 0 }
file5181306993786

Access or demand? What’s really stopping Main Street from recovering

By on October 2, 2013 in Tips & Advice
Last week, Andy Peters of American Banker wrote that Regional Bankers predict weak loan demand for the rest of the year. Although that may be… more...
Read full story • Comments { 0 }
OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA

The minimum wage war: Will California pay less people more?

By on October 1, 2013 in Tips & Advice
This past month, California passed a step-plan to raise the state’s minimum wage requirement, moving it from the $8/hour base currently paid to $10 hourly… more...
Read full story • Comments { 0 }