When it comes to starting or growing a business, you have control over one thing: Your personal brand. Sure, as time goes on and you’re successful, it may take on a life of its own with customer reviews, social media, and media coverage. However, in the beginning, crafting an ideal personal brand that resonates with…
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Many famous entrepreneurs are big readers. Bill Gates, for example, is especially upfront about his love for books. He even claims reading has been essential to his success in business. Reading is often a key trait shared by those who achieve significant success in their entrepreneurial endeavours. High-profile figures such as Elon Musk and Warren…
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Podcasts are a great resource for small business owners looking for tips and strategies they can use to grow their business. They can also help people who want to learn how to start a business before taking the leap. Currently, we appear to be in a golden age for podcasts. In the UK, nearly 6…
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Many new businesses look to online marketing to grow their business. There are good reasons for this: it’s cheap, highly targeted, and simple to get started with. However, offline marketing shouldn’t be ignored. This is especially true if your company has a physical presence, such as a spa or a cafe. The offline marketing tips…
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The importance of donations and gifts to nonprofit organizations cannot be undervalued or overlooked. The difficulty of nonprofit fundraising often lies in finding ways to attract and retain donors. One of the best ways to build strong connections with donors is to design a standout nonprofit website. The value of a website that is both…
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Easter offers a brilliant opportunity for businesses to engage their customers in some Springtime (and chocolatey!) fun. It’s eagerly anticipated by everyone, from schoolchildren to workers looking forward to their first long weekend of the year. In 2019, Easter falls on the 21st April. However, the date changes every year, so it’s worth keeping on…
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There has never been a better time to start a free home-based business with no money. In this article, we’re going to look at some great home based-business ideas and how to start making money fast. We are going to assume some assets: a laptop, internet connection, phone and a place to sit and work….
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Technology has given us a new way to work; communication tools like Slack, video conferencing like Digital Samba or Zoom and organizational tools like Google Docs and Calendar mean that working away from an office is easier now than ever before. In fact, there are a huge 38 million home-based businesses in the US alone. The…
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The way businesses and customers interact is changing fast. Innovation has brought the ability to make purchases and reservations without the need to physically go anywhere or even make a phone call. Mobile apps eliminate wait times and allow people to get straight to what they need. Think of the last time you called customer…
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St Patrick’s Day (or St Paddy’s, depending on who you’re talking to) is a cultural Irish celebration that’s not just limited to Ireland’s shores. Taking place on the 17th March, it is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland and a good excuse for a party elsewhere! Why the 17th March? The 17th is…
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