As a small business owner, you’re generally operating with a pretty small crew. Maybe you’re just starting out, or maybe you’ve been in business for a while and want to keep your team small. You might even be running a business of one, where you’re the one doing everything from marketing and servicing customers to […]
Spreadsheets are great for simple data management, but they're no match for complex business needs. Here are 6 reasons to switch from Excel to a real CRM.
In the past, credit card processing was something only large businesses could afford. These businesses were also the only ones who had the time and resources to deal with the associated headaches. However, today there are many different ways to accept credit card payments and even small businesses can take advantage of them. PayPal is […]
As a small business owner, you have to keep your business skills sharp to maintain an edge over your competitors. The tried and true way of doing this, even in the digital age, is reading thought-provoking books by fellow entrepreneurs and business experts. However, finding the time to sort through bookstore shelves (whether in the […]
In today’s digital age, it’s no surprise that many businesses are transitioning from paper-based to paperless processes. Not only is going paperless beneficial for the environment, but it also helps companies streamline their operations and provide better customer service. For small businesses aiming to create loyal customers and drive repeat business, those should be pretty […]
In the early stages of running a small business, many business owners handle everything by themselves. While this jack-of-all-trades approach can help get a new business off the ground, it may ultimately lead to burnout. The business owner may also find they’re so busy with day-to-day tasks that they don’t have time to plan for […]