Small BizTips: Page 2

Branding

5 Tips From Experts for Creating a Distinctive Brand

Branding gurus Moorea Seal, Melissa Guitron and Kara Goldin have been there, done that in their own businesses.

Starting a Business

10 Things Entrepreneurs Must Avoid While Starting Their Ventures In India

Entrepreneurship is a tricky choice to make.

Productivity

You Have No Excuse for Disorganization When You Can Be Using These Apps

Readily available technology allows small businesses to stay organized, in communication and keep their financial house in order.

Marketing

5 Tips for Getting on TV

Even small, personal brands and startups can unlock the PR power of television.

Social Media

How to Build Up Your Influence on Social Media

First of all, be true to your personal brand. Then you too may become an influencer.

Marketing

Brands: Get Up to Date on Federal Trade Commission Guidelines

Be aware of new FTC regulations regarding advertising and social media.

Social Media

Finding the Perfect Match in the Social Media Platform Universe

Each social media platform has its own "flavor." Which is right for you?

Social Media

6 Ways to Ace 'Influencer' Engagement Basics

How do you find those individuals whose online likes can move your brand to the next level?

Growing a Business

Customer Retention Is No Accident -- How Small Business Can Get It Right

Loyal customers are precious. Identifying the details and creating a system to make sure they're taken care of is key.

Legal

Why Every Law School Should Teach Entrepreneurship

A law practice offers the enticements of owning a business but law schools are anything but systematic about preparing attorneys to run their own firms.

Innovation

Wow Customers by Adding Sprinkles to Your Retail Service

They may come in for fast, good and cheap -- but they'll come back for unique.

Growing a Business

3 Promising Trends for Smaller Businesses in 2015

There are ever fewer barriers to small and medium sized businesses using technology and data as effectively as the largest companies.

Marketing

How to Pick the Right Website Management Platform for Your Small Business

The prevalence of smart phones as a shopping tool means brick-and-mortar businesses need a website that meets consumer expectations.

Productivity

5 Productivity Tricks From the Pros

Since many entrepreneurs are unwilling (or just can't) cut back on their workload, they need to figure out how to work smarter, not harder. Here are a few tips on getting more done during the day.

Marketing

Six Ideas for Finding New Sales Leads

Don't overlook these unexpected online opportunities for prospects.