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SmallBizLady Summer Reading List 2024

July 29, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

It’s Summer, and that means it’s time to grab to good book and grow your expertise. There are many business books that have delivered an array of insightful and actionable reads. Here are a particular set of books that I find valuable for small business owners seeking to navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship. Here are […]

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A Guide to Building Retirement Savings as a Business Owner

June 17, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

There are lots of way to build retirement savings as a business owner. Having retirement savings is crucial to ensure financial security and independence in your later years. It allows you to maintain your standard of living, cover healthcare costs, and manage unexpected expenses without relying on others. Without adequate savings, you risk financial stress […]

Filed Under: Cash Flow & Finance, Fix Your Business, Your Small Business Tagged With: business finance, business growth, business strategy, diversification, financial independence, financial planning, Financial Security, investing strategies, investment portfolio, passive income, real estate, real estate investing, retirement accounts, retirement planning, retirement savings, small business, small business owners, succession planning, tax advantages, wealth management

Strategies to Improve Your Closing Rate as a Small Business

March 25, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Mastering the art of sales is essential for driving growth and success. One key metric that directly impacts your bottom line is your sales closing rate—the percentage of leads or prospects that ultimately convert into paying customers. Improving your sales closing rate not only increases revenue but also maximizes the return on your sales efforts. […]

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How to Get Corporate Sponsorships

September 18, 2023 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Do you ever daydream about partnering with big brands? It’s not just a dream. Corporate sponsorships aren’t just for big players; small businesses can get in on the action, too. Today, I’m going to explain how to make it happen. This guide will share how corporate sponsorships work and how you can snag one for […]

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How to Establish Business Credit

January 23, 2023 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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It is important to establish business credit as soon as you decide to go into business. Having good business credit is always important, and you also need to understand how bad credit can affect your business. The most impactful aspect of business credit is your ability to secure financing. If you have bad credit, you […]

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How to Better Manage Your Small Business Finances

September 5, 2022 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Chances are you started your business because you have a passion for a particular product or service…not because you love managing the financial aspect of a business. Yet every business owner must learn how to manage their small business finances if they want to grow and thrive. Today I’m sharing three tips that will help […]

Filed Under: Cash Flow & Finance, Grow Your Business Tagged With: business credit, business finances, cash flow, cash management, manage your small business finances

How to Prepare Your Small Business for a Recession

July 25, 2022 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Right now, talk about a recession is growing. A CNBC survey of CFOs found that 68 percent believe a recession will happen during the first half of 2023. Meanwhile, consumers getting squeezed at the grocery store and gas pump say the recession is already here. Talk like this tends to bring about fear in small […]

Filed Under: Cash Flow & Finance, Grow Your Business Tagged With: build a resilient small business, cashflow, conserve cash, discretionary spending, recession, sales

Handling Cash Flow and Your Bank Relationship

April 11, 2022 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Poor cash flow management can put you out of business. This article will discuss various strategies for handling cash flow, including securing bank loans and lines of credit, to start and grow your small business. Keeping Track of Finances Want to know the key to handling cash flow? Staying on top of your monthly statements.  […]

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November 2021 #Smallbizchat: The Ultimate Marketing Engine and Finding Money for Your Small Business

November 11, 2021 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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#Smallbizchat Podcast LIVE is a monthly video interview show 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 every third Wednesday of the month from 8-9 pm ET Live on my SmallBizLady Facebook […]

Filed Under: Branding & Marketing, Cash Flow & Finance Tagged With: funding, online entrepreneurs, subscription programs, target marketing, ultimate marketing engine, Unlock Untapped Markets

9 Tips on How to Manage Your Finances as a Small Business Owner

October 25, 2021 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Being laser-focused on your finances is an essential part of being an entrepreneur. It goes beyond simply having separate business and personal checking accounts. You’ll need to pare down your personal expenses as much as you can in the beginning stages of your small business, so you ensure you’re making enough money to keep your […]

Filed Under: Cash Flow & Finance, Grow Your Business Tagged With: business budget, business expenses, cash, find money to start your small business, managing your finances

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