14Apr 2014 by Cindy Berrier No Comments

Ideas for National Small Business Week, May 12-16

Small Business
National Small Business Week is a recognition of the “critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners” by the President of the United States. Each year since 1963, the Prez has issued a proclamation acknowledging you for all your hard work. And you 100-percent deserve it! DID YOU KNOW? America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners and their employees make up more than half of the American workforce. Also, small businesses create about two out of every three new jobs in the U.S. each year. As part of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration takes the opportunity to highlight the impact of outstanding entrepreneurs, small business owners and others from all 50 states and U.S. territories. “Every day, they’re working to grow small businesses, create 21st century jobs, drive…
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15Apr 2013 by Cindy Berrier 1 Comment

Grant Writing for Small Businesses

Monday Marketing Minutes, Small Business Info
Finding the funds to start or improve your small business is not always easy. Have you ever considered looking into the possibility of getting a grant? There are all kinds available, but keep in mind that a grant probably won’t be your major funding source. “Grants are typically a donation of a set amount of money made by foundations, other businesses, government agencies or nonprofit organizations to companies or individuals that meet specific requirements and quality for the grant. Grants do not have to be paid back. Grants for businesses follow strict requirements and are typically offered for minority- or veteran-owned businesses or to individuals that have a disability,” outline the experts at BusinessInsuranceQuotes. (more…)
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23Nov 2012 by Cindy Berrier No Comments
‘Tis the Season for Selling

‘Tis the Season for Selling

Small Business Info
We tried to help you prepare for the holiday rush in October by offering “Holiday Marketing Timeline” suggestions and then asking, “Is Your Business Prepared for Black Friday?” At this point, there’s nothing you can do but hope you’re ready. Thanksgiving was yesterday, Black Friday is today, Small Business Saturday is tomorrow, then you might get a day of rest before Cyber Monday kicks off — with lots of folks shopping mobile. That’s a sales-packed 96 hours! Is it any wonder small businesses are optimistic? Last week, Bank of America released its November 2012 Small Business Owner Report. It’s a semi-annual study that looks at the concerns, aspirations and perspectives of small business owners across the country. The study found that small business owners are excited about owning their small…
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