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How to Enjoy Your Life More as a Woman Entrepreneur

August 10, 2017 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Every week as SmallBizLady, I conduct interviews with experts on my Twitter talk show #SmallBizChat. The show takes place every Wednesday on Twitter from 8-9 pm ET. This is excerpted from my recent interview with Laura Vanderkam who is the author of several time management and productivity books, including I Know How She Does It, […]

Filed Under: Featured Post, Featured SmallBizChat, Q & A Interview, SmallBizChat

5 Tech Trends Every Small Business Needs To Follow

August 8, 2017 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

­­Guest Article Technology is the future of business. There is absolutely no doubt that the next five years or so will bring big changes in technological trends that will shape the way people buy and sell, and subsequently, how and where entrepreneurs do business. Whether you are thinking about business applications or marketing methods, it […]

Filed Under: Guest Articles, Technology Tagged With: technology trends

Is Your Small Business Physically Fit?

August 7, 2017 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

We all know what it is to get in shape. You look at yourself in the mirror, and see that your favorite outfit is looking tight. Thinking back, you know you have been indulging too much. When I feel that way, I start eating better. I incorporate more salads, stop eating out as much, and […]

Filed Under: Business Inspiration, Grow Your Business Tagged With: business fitness, business network, Reinvention Weekend

Do You Have the Right Temperament For Your Small Businesses?

August 3, 2017 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Every week as SmallBizLady, I conduct interviews with experts on my Twitter talk show #SmallBizChat. The show takes place every Wednesday on Twitter from 8-9 pm ET.  This is excerpted from my recent interview with Jacqueline T. Hill who has over two decades of experience as a writer, consultant, and teacher she has assisted many […]

Filed Under: Featured Post, Featured SmallBizChat, Q & A Interview, SmallBizChat Tagged With: @jacquelinethill, entrepreneurial personality, Temperaments

Who’s on #Smallbizchat August 2017

August 1, 2017 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

#Smallbizchat is a weekly conversation where small business owners can get answers to their questions. The focus of #Smallbizchat is to end small business failure by helping participants succeed as your own boss. Please join us live on Twitter every Wednesday 8-9 pm ET. Here’s how: follow @SmallBizChat on Twitter and follow the hashtag #Smallbizchat […]

Filed Under: Featured Post, Featured SmallBizChat, Q & A Interview, SmallBizChat Tagged With: @authenticaudra, @chebrownales, @ellenrohr, @jacquelinethill, @lvanderkam, SmallBizChat

How to develop an effective job description

July 31, 2017 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Some small businesses fail to create complete job descriptions. They hire people to fill specific roles and tell them what they’re supposed to accomplish every day, but there are no clear, documented guidelines or expectations for each employee to follow. In my opinion, that’s a huge mistake. Written job descriptions are invaluable during the hiring process, […]

Filed Under: Grow Your Business, Your Small Business Tagged With: hiring staff, job description

Why Focused Collaboration is the New Business Currency

July 27, 2017 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Every week as SmallBizLady, I conduct interviews with experts on my Twitter talk show #SmallBizChat. The show takes place every Wednesday on Twitter from 8-9 pm ET.  This is excerpted from my recent interview with Lyman Montgomery, CEO of Focused Driven Lifestyle Coaching. His company works with individuals and organizations to focus in the right […]

Filed Under: Featured Post, Featured SmallBizChat, Q & A Interview, SmallBizChat Tagged With: collaboration, joint ventures, partnerships

How Can Seasonal Businesses Better Manage Cash Flow?

July 25, 2017 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Guest Article While there are many advantages to running a seasonal business, one of the primary challenges is managing cash flow – having enough money on hand to get ready for the busy season, making the most of the revenue generated in season, and having enough money on hand to survive in the off season. […]

Filed Under: Cash Flow & Finance, Guest Articles Tagged With: manage cash flow, seasonal business

Which Social Media Platforms Work Best for Your Small Business?

July 24, 2017 By Melinda Emerson 1 Comment

Before you jump into social media, take a moment to understand how your customer uses each platform Social media is everywhere. It’s not just Facebook and Twitter anymore. You have niche social media sites dedicated to specific audiences and industries as well as custom social media advertising platforms for small businesses. Where do you start? […]

Filed Under: Social Media Tagged With: social media, social media platforms

How to Compete with Amazon as an Independent Retailer

July 20, 2017 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Every week as SmallBizLady, I conduct interviews with experts on my Twitter talk show #SmallBizChat. The show takes place every Wednesday on Twitter from 8-9 pm ET.  This is excerpted from my recent interview with Caroline Brady from Pointy. Her company Pointy helps businesses bring customers to their store, get products online and appear higher […]

Filed Under: Featured Post, Featured SmallBizChat, Q & A Interview, SmallBizChat Tagged With: compete with Amazon, online retail, online retailer, selling online

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