Archive for April 6th, 2005
EntreWorld: “While no entrepreneur wants to consider the possibility of failure, a head-in-the-sand approach is hardly worth pursuing. Wise entrepreneurs protect themselves and their companies by learning from the fatal mistakes others have made before them. The author, a venture-fund veteran, has watched and participated in the progress of numerous entrepreneurial ventures. In this speech, [...]
More Than Half of All Businesses Are Home Based
As a home based entrepreneur, reports like the SBA report “The Small Business Economy” that StartupNation found, are very interesting: According to a recent SBA report (pdf), today 53% of U.S. businesses hang the “Open for Business” sign at home.
Complete Idiot’s Guide to Starting your own Business
Amazon: “This is an extensive handbook of small-business basics for those who already have the desire and drive mandatory for launching an individual commercial enterprise–but it does not include all of the specific day-to-day skills that significantly increase its chances for survival. The book begins with plainspoken advice on matters such as choosing a business, [...]
PRNewswire: Thousands of people are expected to attend 14th Annual International Franchise Expo that runs for three days in the nation’s capital. The expo will showcase more than 200 franchise systems and small business investment opportunities. The show is hosted by the International Franchise Association and will be at the Washington, D.C. Convention Center on [...]
Some People Just Don’t Understand Working At Home
Jeremy Wright: Since moving to a self-employed position 3 months ago, I’ve found that some people simply don’t understand working at home is still working. It doesn’t really bother me, it’s just not very fun to hear “so, what were you doing today?” all the time, as if I’ve been relaxing.
Pricing Strategies For Small Businesses
Law & Entrepreneurship News: “Webpronews.com has a nice article about how small businesses can repackage pricing strategies to make them more appealing without slashing prices.”
→ massageenvy.com Massage Envy is an innovative business concept that combines the ancient art of massage with modern business systems, service and pricing strategies. The Massage Envy concept is designed to provide the ultimate in convenience to time-conscious clients. The average clinic is open 7 days a week, with over 4,000 potential appointment times available [...]
Screening Your Prospects With “Speed Dating”
Rob Levinson in Startup Journal: You’ve probably heard of speed dating, a service that introduces singles to a room full of potentially suitable companions, by allowing pairs exactly eight minutes (or as few as three) for conversation… and the chance to quickly size up chemistry. The best part is the “instant-out clause” — every eight [...]
