Here are some great tips from Brand Eleven Eleven (BEE!) (1) BEE Willing to Help What efforts are you willing to make for your own success? That may sound like a silly question, but many business owners want others to do the hard work. Remember that no one believes more in your business than you. (2) BEE Value Driven What value does your product/service provide for others? Why is your business important? Significant? Useful? Think of ways to validate everything you do and everything you sell. (3) BEE Focused Every new business owner is … [Read more...]
11 Ways Blogging Helps Your Business
Blogging started in 1997 and really boomed in 1999. It became a terrific way for businesses to share information with customers and their target audience. However, businesses have shifted away from the core value of how a blog is supposed to help the business grow. Remember that a blog is a tool to share your information and show your expertise. It is not a personal diary of your day, or a place to share your favorite YouTube videos, or a place to rant about politics. Decide if you are going to use your content as a personal outlet, or to increase … [Read more...]
Paypal for Small Business… What can it do for you?
Do you have a good steady website? Is your company continuing to grow but your products but have not had online sales? Either you have updated a new website less then a year ago and its not compatible with a 3rd party shopping cart or it's too expensive. Maybe you just don't have the funds for an SSL, a dedicated IP, a complete shopping cart system, or everything that comes with getting a online shopping cart ready. All of this may seem overwhelming but fear not, PayPal to the rescue! If you are not familiar with PayPal, it's a great, easy and secure … [Read more...]
Where I want to go from here…
I graduate from SCF with my Associates Degree in Graphic Design next week, so like any new graduate I've been asking myself "where do I go from here?" I think about what I learned at school, at my internship at Brand 1111, and from my previous work experience. What do I want out of life, out of my career, what are my goals, my dreams, etc. My ultimate dream is to have my own freelance business in Graphic/Web Design, but since the economy still isn't great I do worry if this is a realistic dream. Timing is everything, especially for a new start-up … [Read more...]
Small Business New Year’s Resolutions
We all know how difficult it is to keep a New Year's resolution, your business is probably no exception. Gyms are packed with people looking for a healthy start and to drop the holiday pounds, but how many of those people will be on the treadmill six months from now. Odds are half, maybe less. The same probably goes for your business resolutions. Business owners may start out with high expectations and business goals. The trick is not to allow the everyday work load and busyness of the week, deflect you from what you and your company is trying to … [Read more...]