by BizSteps on November 19, 2009
In this article I look at one simple method by which a work at home mom can start her own home business.
How she can work hours that suit her and her other commitments, particularly the huge commitment that comes with looking after young children.
The opportunity that I suggest, and which works really well, is to [...]
by BizSteps on November 14, 2009
A successful home business must firstly be seen as a business, not a hobby.
If you are serious about your home business you must treat it as a business and many common factors prevail whether you are going it alone at home or outside the home.
Secret 1: Discipline
Just because your business will be run from home [...]
by BizSteps on November 12, 2009
Before you worry about patenting your invention, investigate potential sales markets.
by BizSteps on November 10, 2009
Mandura is the perfect home based business.
While the nutritional benefits from Mandura are numerous, one of our main goals is to provide an opportunity for individuals and their families to better their financial situation without losing sight of the most important things in life.
Most of us know how easy it is to get caught up [...]
Last night I was watching the HBO documentary Schmatta: Rags to Riches to Rags , which chronicles how Jewish and Italian immigrants created the New York garment district soon after the turn of last century, and built it into the largest employer in the city. It goes on to show how, after more than 70 years of being a thriving source of good-paying union jobs, it all disappeared as trade protections ended and NAFTA ushered in a new era of global free trade. The film repeatedly asks the questions: How will we rebuild the American middle class? Where will tomorrow’s living-wage jobs come from
by BizSteps on October 29, 2009
If you’re a retailer who sells online, and you’d like to give your sales a free, end-of-season boost, you might want to join in on the second annual Free Shipping Day. Created last December on a whim by Luke Knowles of free-shipping coupon site Fre eShipping.org , Free Shipping Day was designed to help retailers on the last day when virtual shops can guarantee delivery before Christmas.
by BizSteps on October 26, 2009
If you’re hoping to connect with venture capital firms to pitch your company story, a new contest may help–but you’ll need to be ready to catch a plane to Seattle. This year at Northwest Entrepreneur Network ’s signature networking event, Entrepreneur University , six lucky companies will get to make their pitch before a media panel and conference attendees. How do you qualify?
by BizSteps on October 21, 2009
Most of us believe there’s no way to prepare for Murphy’s Law but wouldn’t it be nice if you could? Enter The Worst-Case Scenario Business Survival Guide , a guide for surviving the most dangerous business situations. This isn’t some thick theory heavy business text.
by BizSteps on May 28, 2009
Part two in the series of understanding the ins and outs of a franchise agreement contract, and how to protect yourself.
by BizSteps on May 19, 2009
Three startup milestones to help get your business into the stratosphere.