01Apr 2015 by Cindy Berrier No Comments
Why Do Businesses Fail?

Why Do Businesses Fail?

Starting a new business
The million dollar question that all companies must face is - why do businesses fail? It's important to turn this question over in your mind if you have even a modicum of interest to go out on your own. Ignoring the hard truth that you might not succeed prevents you from learning from other people's mistakes. Signs of failure According to Forbes, some companies go under while others thrive for several reasons - many of which are multi-faceted. Here are a few reasons why businesses fail:The inability to teach clients about the product, if it does something that's new and innovative.Failure to launch an idea because you've waited too long.Keeping quiet during opportune times to sing praises about your company.A lack of flexibility - oftentimes new ideas need to be molded to work.Squandering funds that should be spent elsewhere.If you've fallen…
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25Mar 2015 by Cindy Berrier No Comments
How To Effectively Brainstorm Social Media Strategy

How To Effectively Brainstorm Social Media Strategy

Marketing
Forbes contributor Steven Olenski said it best - it's not always pretty when small businesses set out to create social media strategies. Many companies with only a handful of employees are taking shots in the dark, and hoping that something gives. This method might work for some, but for many it's draining. Boost the brain juice To offer a solution to the problem, Olenski came up with a number of ways that small businesses can hone social media strategies, whether it's to get more likes, shares, clients or return on investment. He explained that it's important to brainstorm so that your content doesn't fall flat.It can be easy to fall into a trap of churning out informative topics. But do they resonate? If you're not sure, then it's time to put your head in…
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24Mar 2015 by Cindy Berrier No Comments

A “Younique” Couple Wins the 123Print Younique Wedding Sweepstakes

123Print News, Family Lounge, Wedding & Family, Wedding Inspiration, Wedding Lounge
[caption id="attachment_8647" align="alignleft" width="291"] The 123Print Younique Sweepstakes winners clean up nicely![/caption] The old saying, “Grandma knows best” is very true. An avid fan of sweepstakes, Danielle Haflich’s grandmother, Kathy, told her about the 123Print Younique Wedding Sweepstakes. Because weddings can be expensive and anything that could help stretch the wedding budget sounded like a good idea to Danielle and her mom, Jody, she submitted her and her fiancé’s names via Facebook. But we’re getting ahead of ourselves. You need to know the dirty little secret about this love story … (more…)
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18Mar 2015 by Cindy Berrier No Comments

Positive Shopping Experience at 123print Recognized via inclusion in Google Trusted Stores Program

Customer Retention, Everything Else, Marketing, Online Marketing, Products and Services, Small Business, Small Business Info
123Print, which offers custom printing of business stationery and marketing materials as well as social communication products, was recently selected to join the Google Trusted Stores program. To help shoppers identify online merchants that offer a great shopping experience, (more…)
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10Mar 2015 by Cindy Berrier No Comments
4 Times You Shouldn’t Apologize

4 Times You Shouldn’t Apologize

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Attention women everywhere: stop apologizing! Whatever it is you're doing, it can't be bad enough to warrant the five letter word for remorse (sorry). Just in case you're unsure when the right time and place for skipping the I'm sorry spiel is, here are four examples. 1. Having high expectations Never ever say you're sorry for holding yourself and your colleagues to a high standard. Being passionate about your work is something to be proud of. The same goes for your employers and colleagues. If you offend someone when you ask him or her to complete expected tasks, it's by no means your fault.2. Not replying to an email in minutes In any given day, you'll be bombarded with emails, texts, phone calls and a number of other distractions. Don't feel pressured to answer them immediately.…
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