Posted by Penelope Herbert on January 27, 2018 · Leave a Comment
Business resurrection is possible even when you’re faced with a seemingly impossible task. Building a successful small business is hard work, and there’s nothing worse than seeing it come to an end. You may feel helpless as sales figures plummet and the venture hurtles towards a nasty crash. However, an intervention with some resurrection advice … Continue reading →
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Posted by Penelope Herbert on December 23, 2017 · Leave a Comment
To some, the idea of setting up a business from scratch is always going to feel intimidating. Because no business can be born overnight and immediately see success. In order to make something that’s going to take lasting effect, and that will really wow your customers, it takes work. Not only does this refer to … Continue reading →
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Posted by Penelope Herbert on November 28, 2017 · Leave a Comment
There’s something very romantic about the idea of setting up your own business. While it’s true that being your own boss can bring you unbridled joy, it’s simplistic to think that running a company is a walk in the park. One of the greatest hurdles you’ll come across when taking the plunge and trying to … Continue reading →
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Posted by Penelope Herbert on October 3, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Ready. Set. Go. Startups are remarkably complex things that a lot of people don’t take seriously. For some, the idea of starting a small business is easy. How hard can it be? You just come up with an idea, get some money, and then everything falls into place. You’ll be surprised at how many people … Continue reading →
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Posted by Penelope Herbert on August 1, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Getting paid on time is the bane of every small business owner. And it can be the difference between solvency… or not. Being able to get your clients to pay on time is an essential skill any business owner needs to have. It keeps your cash flow healthy, so you don’t find yourself in … Continue reading →
The future of your company hinges on the steps you take to protect it today. Sure, growing the business is important. But it’s just as important to make sure that it’s fully protected before you fall into a trap that becomes very costly. Below, you will find out about some of the most important questions … Continue reading →
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Posted by Penelope Herbert on March 16, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Do you have an on-line business budget? Monies specifically set aside for your on-line business needs? One of the most attractive reasons to start a business mainly online is because you will always hear of how cost-effective it is. You don’t have to spend on a big, fancy storefront. Sometimes you don’t even need … Continue reading →
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