Which small business opportunity you choose will be the deciding factor in whether your career as a small business owner is a success or a failure. A small business franchise is a risky undertaking so the right choice of franchise…
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How to Find the Right Small Business Franchise Opportunity
14 Ways to Monetize Your Website or Blog
A short time ago I posted an extensive writeup about various methods to make money on your website or blog through advertising. Now, in the conclusion of this two-part series, I’ll cover other methods for monetizing your online endeavors.
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How to Build Rapport with a Potential Customer
Ever thought that rapport building is a waste of time? You should think again. This article details subtle and specific ways of properly representing yourself in a way that will gain the trust of people with whom you want to…
How to Source Wholesale Products
If you’re starting a retail business and looking for products to sell, you’ll need to find reliable wholesale suppliers. Sourcing wholesale products can be challenging, and there are certainly lots of pitfalls that business owners need to look out for.…
How to Write a Business Plan in a Day
Surely something as important as a business plan requires weeks of preparation? doesn’t it? but sometimes we don’t have the luxury of time, sometimes you just need to write a business plan in a jiffy. Perhaps your Great Aunt Matilda…
How to Start a Conversation With a New Business Associate
You normally only get one chance to make a good impression, so take your first meeting with new business associates seriously. Give strong consideration as to how to make people feel at ease and how to make easy interesting conversation.…
How to Become a Green Business
Have you considered how Green your business is? It seems that “green” is the new fad, and business owners are clamoring to get in on the action by greening their businesses. This is a great thing for the environment and…
How to Do a US Patent Search
Be careful not to waste your money when applying for a patent. It is essential that you conduct a patent search prior to submitting an application. In a nutshell, the advice is don’t spend your money until you are fairly…
How to Communicate Bad News Professionally
Are you about to convey bad news in a professional environment? These situations are difficult and should be given a strong degree of consideration and thought. Review the methods detailed below and choose the best option that suits yourself, your…
How to Obtain an Invention Patent
So you had a new and brillant invention , well done. Now what to do next ? Firstly, you need to protect your idea and hopefully make some money out of it. The steps below will show you to ensure…


