Technology is an even bigger factor in achieving small business goals than ever before. But the explosion of information about so many aspects of technology makes it hard to form conclusions and make decisions about the right tech tools for your business, (especially, if you’re not a techie.) From social media to cloud systems or […]
SmallBizLady 2011 Year in Review
Wow, it has been an amazing year. The SmallBizLady Team has worked hard providing information to end small business failure. I feel so blessed to have had an opportunity to travel the country and talk directly with small business owners about how to start and stay in business. There are so many big things to […]
Bob Burg interview on his new book: It’s Not About You
Every week as SmallBizLady, I conduct interviews with experts on my Twitter talk show #SmallBizChat. The show takes place every Wednesday on Twitter from 8-9pm ET. This is a special holiday interview with Bob Burg. I loved his new book, Its Not All About You and I wanted to share it with all my loyal readers. […]
2011 Best of SmallBizLady Blogs
Every week I publish articles on this blog to help small business owners start and grow their entrepreneurial ventures. My mission is simple: to end small business failure. There are times when I write things based on questions I am frequently asked and then there are other times when I wake up in the middle of […]
Ready to dream big in 2012?
Are you ready to dream big in 2012? This is the perfect time to get a clear sense of what you need to do better in your business. Setting annual sales goals is fine, but you know me. I am all about the 30-day sales goal. As in, how much money do you need to […]
In Just 365 Days You Can Become Your Own Boss
If you have always wanted to become your own boss, now is a great time. I realize that you are probably saying to yourself a year, Really? But trust me, 12 months is a reasonable and realistic timeframe to make your transition from employee to entrepreneur. You will want to take the time to plan […]
Branding Your Small Business
Branding is about getting your customers to see your company as an important key provider in addressing their needs and gives you a real competitive advantage. Once you have done thorough market research and checked out the competition, it is time to start developing your brand identity. Your brand is the name, design, or distinctive […]
SmallBizLady Q&A How to Build a Powerful Online Brand
How to become a powerful social media brand is a major factor in small business success these days. Beyond having a website, you need to make sure that you are out there demonstrating your expertise at every opportunity. There are those who believe that if they can’t find you or your business online, you […]
Who’s on #SmallBizChat – February 2012
Each week as Smallbizlady, I conduct interviews with small business experts on my weekly Twitter talk show #SmallBizChat. Here are the upcoming guests for February 2012… Feb 1st Retail Pioneer @LizLange How to Be Successful in Business Feb 8th @DeborahShane How to reinvent your Brand Feb 15th @DarnyelleJervey How to Monetize Your Message Feb 22 @Taxmama […]
Are You The Right President For Your Small Business?
When I first started thinking about President’s Day this year, I thought it would be helpful to blog about being an effective business leader. Whenever you start a company, you have the right to be the president. After all, it is your company. It was your idea, your seed capital, your contacts that got the […]