Business Accounting
More Small Businesses Plan to Push Up Prices in 2012
Many want to offset higher operating costs, but cost-conscious consumers may balk at the increases.
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Marketing
An Inside Look At Being a Wal-Mart Supplier
What does it really take to service Wal-Mart as an account? A new report provides a rare, behind-the-scenes view into the inner workings of the big-box giant.
By Carol Tice
Business Accounting
Four Rules for Pricing Products
Before you put a price tag on a product or service, find out how much customers value it.
By Mark Stiving
Marketing
Seven Ways to Avoid Competing On Price
Wal-Mart likes to be considered the low-price leader -- but a new study shows customers no longer think it's true. Here are some tips for dodging the low-price trap.
By Carol Tice
Business Accounting
Why You Don’t Want to Be the Low-Cost Leader
Before you decide to price your products lower than the competition, let us talk you out of it.
By Mark Stiving
Building a Business
A 10-Step Double-Dip Survival Guide for Entrepreneurs
What can you do to get ready for another downturn? Here are 10 ideas for how to position your business for success despite tough times.
By Carol Tice
Business Accounting
Five Signs It’s Time to Change Your Prices
Are your prices driving away customers or creating unrealistic demand? You may be making one or more of these common mistakes. Here's how to turn it around.
By Lisa Girard
Business News
Small Business Lessons from Netflix’s Pricing Debacle
Movie-rental company Netflix raised its prices last week, and its customers have set the Internet aflame with their ire. Here are six lessons for business owners from this pricing debacle.
By Carol Tice
Building a Business
Five Critical Questions Your Business Plan Should Answer
Answering these questions periodically can help keep long-term goals in mind while you adjust your immediate steps and actions.
By Tim Berry
Human Resources
New York Businesses Expect Sales Boost on Gay Marriage News
Here, one entrepreneur offers management tips for when sales climb unexpectedly.
By Jason Fell
Thought Leaders
Five Tips to Transform Your Business
A look at the best turnaround tactics from small companies around the U.S.
By Teri Evans
Marketing
Three Ways to Raise Prices Without Losing Customers
Charging more for your products and services can be easier than you think.
Building a Business
How Pricing Can Power a Turnaround
A small business overhauls its fee model to woo customers and make a comeback.
By Jane Porter
Building a Business
How to Stage a Small-Business Comeback
Three turnaround strategies to survive, and thrive, beyond the recession.
By Jane Porter
Business Plan
A Better Business Plan Can Lead to New Customers
These four steps can help get you on your way to enhancing and expanding your client base.
By Tim Berry