When I decided to start my own company, one of the misnomers many people believe is that as a solo business owner, one should be able to take many vacations at any time one prefers; however, I find it really …
Small Business Revolution
Mar 28
Maybe I’ve just became aware of the entrepreneurial spirit in Indiana, but I am so honored to be a part of it. Many of us have found ourselves seeking employment over the last couple of years…many of us have decided to forego working for others, especially American corporations of the 21st century.
There are many reasons why businesses of all sizes need a website. Probably the most important reason, at present, is that most customers prefer to “research” a company before entering into a relationship with them. The website becomes a proxy …
I believe there is an old saying similar to “A penny saved is a penny earned”; however, I think I have to somewhat disagree with this as far as business is concerned. Since starting my business in November of 2009, …
Cabin Fever’s Impact
Feb 3
A few weeks ago I wrote a blog about preferring the changing seasons of Indiana over a tropical paradise, but this recent ice age has almost convinced me otherwise!
For the past three days (yes THREE!!), we (my two children …
What’s your opinion? Are successful sales truly technique, or more attributable to timing and activity?
DECISIONS
Jan 10
Sometimes life takes twists and turns that we don’t expect….or that we make ourselves, either knowingly or unknowingly. I’m not sure what this latest batch of decisions has in store for me, but I’m open to all possibilities.
Sometimes society …
Have you heard of hyperlocal marketing? It’s a newer marketing term and I am intrigued by its potential. Intrigued because it sounds ideal for the small business owner struggling to find new customers. Competing with the Wal-marts, Targets and chain …
I recently had a friend suggest that his business could just as easily be located in a sunny, tropical location as opposed to the snowy midwestern state of Indiana. At first it seemed like a pleasing idea, but as I …
Owning a business for the first-time entrepreneur is guided to success due to expertise of business coach.