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Understanding federal tax regulations and reporting requirements for businesses can be a full-time job. That’s why an entire industry exists to support small businesses looking to make sure they comply with the law. One question that confuses a lot of entrepreneurs is the question of EIN possession. If you are wondering whether you need more than one EIN, or whether you can have more than one, the answer is more complex than you think.
Managing people is rarely one of the primary skills of a new business owner. It’s a means to an end and something they must do to the best of their ability to reach their goals.
Some business owners are undoubtedly better natural people managers than others, but it’s essential everyone is willing to learn new strategies and develop their skills to drive the business on. When the business is further along in its development, you can employ specialists to manage the people for you, but in the early days, it’s all down to you.
To discover some of the secrets of successful people management in new businesses, we spoke to Vasco de Castro, the co-founder of office fruit delivery service Fruitful Office, a company he grew from startup to one that now operates in five countries across Europe. These are his top tips.
Ever since Steve Jobs introduced iPhone mobile devices have revolutionized the way business owners conduct their business. With the proliferation of apps covering every aspect of your business it is hard to believe how we ran our business just 5 years ago. Mobile devices enable you to manage your business anytime and from anywhere. They also allow you access the world of information with the touch of few buttons. It is hardly a surprise that there are more mobile devices sold today than personal computers. So how can mobile devices help you improve your business. The Infographic below provides a good snapshot of various things you can do with them.
Dropshipping as a type of ecommerce has been around for a while now and, owing to a number of factors, it is actually becoming more and more popular, not just in the United States, but around the world as well.
Due to its many idiosyncrasies, dropshipping requires a unique approach to marketing and anyone who wishes to try their hand at this kind of ecommerce business should learn a thing or two before they take the plunge.
Today’s small businesses face some large challenges. Aside from remaining in an intensely competitive market, small companies deal with problems that larger ones just don’t have to, including an absence of monetary possessions, an absence of brand recognition, and an absence of qualified sales representatives. To compete, small companies must figure out ways to ratchet up their marketing programs.
Restaurant industry is one of the most competitive one to manage. Every year scores of restaurants and franchise operators go out of business and many new ones pop up in their place. New concepts and menus that tailor to different clientele and demographics keep coming to market to get a piece of business. The most difficult part of managing a restaurant is attracting customers. Once you can bring those customers in it is relatively easy to keep them coming back as long as you provide them with great food, excellent customer service and good overall experience. So how do you do that? Here are 3 proven marketing ideas you can use to bring those customers to your restaurant footstep.
Finding the perfect marketing team, strategy, and processes can be difficult for a business in any field. Of course that’s not a revolutionary statement, but it’s something that business owners or managers seem to forget at times. Small businesses have an even tougher time making themselves stand out from the crowd and while there are numerous techniques and strategies a business can employ, it sometimes seems like there’s no difference being made.
So how do you ensure your marketing campaigns are successful? There’s no one easy, quick and simple answer to that question, but there are definitely strategies that can help. While there’s no “one size” fits all solution, here’s a list of some very useful tips that will help ensure you’re on the right track to success.
Choosing computers for your business can be difficult, and getting the right technology for your specific needs is key to operating smoothly. There are a variety of things for you to consider when investing in computers. When looking for the right computers, it’s smart to start with broad decisions, and then narrow your choice down from there.
Starting a small business is challenging for anyone. Starting a restaurant poses even more challenge due to number of nuances involved as well as government laws and regulations. The investment required to open a decent restaurant is not insignificant either. That is why it is important to thoroughly do your homework before putting that money on the table. I have come across excellent article that has collected tips from experts in restaurant business and would love to share with you with the hope that you can benefit by avoiding undue risk and increasing your probability of success. Enjoy!
Any business that is developing a SWOT (Strength, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) strategy as part of their annual business plan will be considering what threats are likely to be a problem or risk for the business in 2017. One of the main risks which many companies, large or small, will note is the risk of cybercrime.
Cybercrime has become such a huge issue because hackers are constantly finding new ways to target a company’s customer base, data or private files.
Here are a few top tips and risks regarding cybercrime this year, which you may want to safeguard your business against: