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As the 2011 tax season comes to an end, many small business owners may be learning the hard way that sloppy bookkeeping doesn’t pay- especially when you are dealing with the IRS. For those looking to make amends in the current year, the below are seven of the most common bookkeeping mistakes to avoid:   [...]

Over the past couple of years, the credit card industry seems bent on shaking up the credit markets so that it comes out in their favor. For small business owners with business credit cards, there has been virtual tidal wave of often unexpected changes- from cut credit lines to closed accounts- that seems to blindly [...]

Though there is some disagreement over whether a successful entrepreneur is born or made, the truth is that starting a company with a solid background in business-related skills and information will always help. But getting a good business education does not mean you have to fork over thousands of dollars for an MBA. You can [...]

One of the lessons to take away from the devastating destruction that has literally engulfed Japan over the past couple of weeks is that one never knows when disaster will strike. As a small business owner, it is good business practice to be prepared to some extent for the worst, or else you risk loosing [...]

Pop-up stores and kiosks are literally popping up in shopping centers throughout America. The companies involved in this kind of venture vary- ranging from new start-ups wanting to test their products in the market, to major brands looking to expand their presence in shopping malls during the holiday season using temporary locations. (Image Credit) Much [...]

As technology continues to improve and businesses remain focused on cost reduction, there has been a growing interest in telecommuting. Many smaller companies in particular have been embracing this option, as they scramble to maintain a healthy cash flow and stay competitive in this still challenging economy. If your small business is looking to test [...]

These days, maintaining a website for your business is a must in almost every case. But merely having a website is not enough- you have to carefully design your web space and maintain it in order for it to be effective in capturing the attention and business of your target market. To that end, here [...]

Thinking of selling your business? Hold on, and wipe those dollar signs out of your eyes. There are several factors that can affect the value of a business, and if your company isn’t up to snuff then it can look to potential buyers like the leftovers in a Walmart clearance bin. So before you offer [...]

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Even with the optimistic forecasts meant to buoy a nation still smarting from “The Great Recession” that keeps on giving, the fact is that many small businesses are struggling these days just to remain in operation. For the owners and employees of these ailing companies, some “real” optimism needs to be sent their way. So [...]