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- Raising Startup Capital; Failures to Avoid - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2012 from Sulaiman BasirThe business landscape is congested with ambitious entrepreneurs who either fail in their search for start-up capital or poorly execute on capital they raised. Many requests are denied. Even the luck ones frequently have hidden clauses of fiscal despair to face. Some deals that close come back ...
Views: 1427 - Reasons Why You Should Consider Offensive Security and Top Cybersecurity Companies - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2023 from M Nasir AzizMaintaining the security of information is more crucial than ever in this digital age. The amount of harm that cyber-attacks can do is not to be underestimated. Hackers use several methods to carry out attacks, therefore individuals and businesses must protect themselves. That's where offensive ...
Views: 282 - Reasons Why You Should Prefer Native App Development - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2019 from Faraz SayyedNative apps are applications that are inscribed in languages particular to the operating systems that they’re developed for- mainly, it has been Java for Android and Objective-C for iOS. While owing to the all-embracing platform development, these languages are now being substituted by Kotlin ...
Views: 713 - Release Brakes - How To Break The Fear Barrier in Business - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2008 from Waldo WaldmanAs I write this article at my favorite Starbucks, I can't help but hear the conversation next to me. A middle-aged woman is having a coffee meeting with a peer discussing job opportunities, the market, and their personal networks. It's obvious that she's lost her job due to cutbacks and is ...
Views: 1070 - Reminder that I am not a Puppeteer - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2013 from Debbi DickinsonAt the office, I have been working with a few different departments on scoping out a project. I was warned that one department was going to push back on my proposal. And it was suggested that I might consider a plan B. As predicted, the one department did push back. So, I setup several ...
Views: 1993 - Remote Connect to a Desktop - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2011 from Nick HattonRemote connect to a desktop The first thing you need to ask yourself is, what do I need to do on the remote connected desktop? Normally you need to remotely connect to a desktop to perform simple task such as updates, restarts, installing software, and backing up data. Most Windows ...
Views: 731 - Role of Translation Services in E-Commerce - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2012 from Albert CarterWith the boom in online marketing, e-commerce has become widely popular as a medium of business. Websites like Amazon, eBay et al have become household names now and people across the world are finding online purchases a convenient and cost effective mode of buying. Most of the customers ...
Views: 1358 - Rules to Help Create Content Better, Faster and Easier - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2014 from Noah St JohnBeen ever at a loss for words? Can’t seem to get your thoughts on for your articles, videos, blog posts and social media content? If you are shaking your head, well its either you are the great Stephen King or you just gave me a great big fat lie! A huge number of us people have gone through ...
Views: 1468 - Running Short On Leads? Get Back To Basics - by At some point you look up and say to yourself, “Where have all the leads gone?” Actually, they have not gone anywhere; they’ve been where they have always been. With the new age of e-prospecting and social media marketing, many have lost their way, relying almost exclusively on the latest and ...
Views: 1214 - RV Electrical Connectors Bring It On Mother Nature, SmartPlug Is Ready - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2019 from Smart plugRV Electrical Connectors Bring It On Mother Nature, SmartPlug Is Ready Mother Nature and RVers don’t always see eye-to-eye, especially when it comes to cold weather. But with SmartPlugSystems onboard, she can bring on her worst and not affect the safe flow of electricity to the RV, nor dampen ...
Views: 672 - Sales Conversion Tactics - A Simple Product That Will Help You Get More High Paying Clients - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Adam HommeyAs a website sales conversion expert with a "live" website review service, I am always looking for ways to remove the hesitation that's often found at the time of sale. But for some people, no matter how many tweaks to the website that we suggest, there is still no sales ...
Views: 732 - Save Time and Money; Research Your Potential Markets - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2014 from Tracey FieberWhen it comes to ensuring your company’s future success, customers are key. Without them, you don’t have a business – at least not for very long. The biggest problem facing many start-ups is that they simply don’t know what they customers want. They may have their own ideas of what they ...
Views: 1416 - Scoring the best place in internet marketing implementing Multiple IP Hosting strategies - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from Jack MadisonMultiple IP Hosting brings the world in to your doorstep, as you gain business profits without leaving the comforts of your home. Normally to promote or run a business, people have to get a place that can house their office, equipped with plenty of furniture and staff to work on. Multiple C ...
Views: 766 - Securing Tomorrow: How Pakistan’s BPOs are Leading in Cybersecurity - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2024 from Perfect Home DefenseIn an increasingly interconnected world, cybersecurity has become a cornerstone for industries reliant on digital platforms. Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) firms, especially in Pakistan, are at the forefront of this technological battle, integrating cutting-edge cybersecurity measures to ...
Views: 135 - SEO Strategies for Your Rakeback Website - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2011 from Thom KearnsYou’ve played poker for years and even managed to secure yourself a sweet rakeback deal. Maybe you’ve even taken the next step and signed up with a few online poker rooms’ affiliate programs in an attempt to become a rakeback provider. Still, somehow your hopes of becoming “one of the big ...
Views: 1002 - Service Design for Environmental Sustainability - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Paul KlineService design is a field that is growing in importance. It ensures that products and services are created and marketed with the interests of the end user in mind. This enables companies to forge ahead of their competitors even if the market is very difficult to operate in. Service designers ...
Views: 1416 - Service Design – 5 Indisputable Reasons to Use It - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2012 from Paul KlineDo you feel that your business is competitive enough to deal with the different challenges facing it? If you are not convinced about the need for service design then chances are that you are allowing your competitors to steal a march on you. Service design is a growing field that aims to ...
Views: 886 - Set It, Focus on It, Make It Happen: The Power and ROI of Goals! - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Meridith Elliott PowellDo you set goals? I have to admit, early in my career there was nothing -- I mean nothing -- I hated more than goals. I dreaded that time of year when corporate would send down, from on high, their expectations of what they wanted and expected us to do. The goals were always high, always ...
Views: 998 - Shared Hosting vs VPS Hosting – Which Hosting is Best Suited for Your Business? - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2021 from Ryan RanoldsVPS stands for virtual private server. Providing personal server services has the same purpose as personal hosting services – to ensure the placement of your site, its efficiency and round-the-clock accessibility to Internet users. What is Shared Hosting? Shared or shared hosting is a form ...
Views: 706 - Shield Consultancy: The Purge of Digital Piracy Starts Now - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2021 from Jenny HopkinPiracy - an act involving the theft of another creator's work and using it for personal profits- has existed hand in hand alongside the beginning of technological advancements. Although back in the old pre-internet times, acts of piracy were very uncommon as it took an excessive amount of time ...
Views: 509 - Shocking! The vast majority of books make less than $100 a year - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2016 from Kathleen Gage"The vast majority of books make less than $100 a year,” according to John Kremer, author of 1001 Ways to Market Your Books. Another book marketer says, "50% of the books published don't make even that much. In my experience, at least 90% of books will fail, maybe even 95-99%. Fail means ...
Views: 1200 - Sign Up Now is a call to action on life support. What to say instead - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2018 from Gregory Anne CoxSome might even say the ubiquitous “Sign up now” in proximity to the words Newsletter or Updates, is not a call to action at all. Literally, yes, it is telling someone to take an action, but it’s not engaging. Wait, let me be honest, it’s worse than that. It’s boring. Boring moves no ...
Views: 884 - Signs to Watch Out for That Your Business Is In Trouble - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinThere are many reasons why businesses fail, and all of them are due to the company owners’ inability to spot where things are going wrong in their business. If you are an entrepreneur who wants to avoid having to shut your company down, you may as well take a careful look at your financial ...
Views: 1285 - Social Media Outsourcing Guide - How to Choose the Right Social Media Consultant for Your Business - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2010 from Kristina JaramilloWith the strong emergence of social media in the internet marketing world, every Tom, Dick and Harry has come out saying they are social media experts. They are feeding on the desires of entrepreneurs who do not have time to dedicate to developing their social media presence effectively. If you ...
Views: 833 - Social Media Strategy - does Your Business need one? Part 2 - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2017 from Spiros TsaltasIn part one of this article, we talked about the importance of a social media strategy and how businesses must focus on having their strategy right. A good social media strategy is absolutely imperative for improved social engagement and profit. Social media continues to grow every day and ...
Views: 1319 - Social Media Strategy - does Your Business need one? (Part 1) - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2017 from Spiros TsaltasHumans devise strategies every day. Some can be mundane as how to pass and exam or can be as complicated as how to land on the moon. If there is something to be achieved at the end of a task, then having a strategy for how to execute that task is your best bet for success. As the popular saying ...
Views: 1194 - Software Requirement Specification – How to Make It Work for Your Business - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2010 from Henry RusselDo you own a business? Do you wish to develop or modify your software requirement specification effectively and efficiently? Well, read on and learn more about such business software requirements as well as how to make it work for you and your business. What is software requirement ...
Views: 1719 - Solution to Creating Jobs and Jumpstarting Economy - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from June Kleinhttp://www.crainsnewyork.com/article/20110508/SMALLBIZ/305089992 Ira and June Klein's proposal would create a cash market for unusable depreciation breaks. It is a way of financing for small businesses, entrepreneurs, startups by monetizing their unused tax depreciation deductions. It will also ...
Views: 872 - Spring clean your social media strategy. - by Submitted on May 14, 2020 from Peggy MurrahIt finally feels like spring, this year more than any other, I’m looking forward to warmer days, later sunsets, and the overall feeling that anything is possible. It’s the promise that spring brings, and I’m very thankful for it. We’re slowly coming out of “Shelter in Place,” personally I ...
Views: 539 - Starting a Business? Start with Your Business Plan - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2009 from Andrew RogersonIf starting your business is in your immediate future you and are not sure where to start, there are four major areas I would suggest you consider. This article is just about one of those, which is the need to create a solid business plan, but the four areas to help determine your fitness for ...
Views: 1542 - Startups guide for CEOs Mumbai - Productivity vs. Efficiency: Unleashing the Power of Effective Work Practices - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2023 from Dalvir ReelWhen it comes to evaluating performance in the workplace, the terms "productivity" and "efficiency" are often used interchangeably. However, understanding the distinction between these two concepts is crucial for managers and team members seeking to optimize their operations and achieve ...
Views: 510 - Steps for Better Web Design and Website Development - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2019 from clinch softA very much organized and successful procedure plan is critical to stay suitable in any business. The web advancement process isn't a special case for this. A stunning site is one which finishes a few or different objectives of the site. We at ClinchSoft Web development company, Pune make ...
Views: 684 - Strategic Change Management: Food for Thought - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2017 from Spiros TsaltasAny organization, whether non-profit or for profit, whether small or large, whether a startup or a well- established and mature business, seems to be in an eternal search for a perfect strategy for implementing and executing Change Management. Completely coincidentally, I spent most of last ...
Views: 1171 - Strategic Management In Team Building Programs - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2011 from Ioventures IncWondering what to cover in your next team building session? We can never seem to run out of idea for this one but of course, there are always that would need more emphasis over the others. What if the participants for the next team building program are executives and middle managers? A perfect ...
Views: 1123 - Strategic Planning Consulting Firm: Getting Help is Never a Bad Thing - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Claire BurnsFinding a reliable strategic planning consulting firm that actually provides you with the best experienced consultant is not that easy. If you're looking for a good planning consultant to help make those tough decisions then there should be few things to consider before rushing into the ...
Views: 1193 - Strategic Planning for Cash Flow - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2014 from Tracey FieberWhether your goal is to accumulate assets to generate future cash flow or support your current cash needs, developing a cash flow strategy should be an important consideration when creating your wealth plan. Cash is the life-blood of any business. A business can show profitability, but ...
Views: 2088 - Strategic Planning: The Most Crucial Part Of Any Business - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2012 from Sumit SrivastavaStrategic planning is a tool used for designing strategies and allocating resources to the comprehensive implementation of the strategy. The management needs to have a clear picture as to where the organization is presently and come up with a strategic framework that will assist the organization ...
Views: 1220 - Strategic Relationship Plan for a Professional Service Firm - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from David NourHere is an outline for an annualized strategic relationship plan for partners of a professional services firm. Such a plan should be reviewed monthly for success of execution milestones and quarterly for strategic viability. You should also identify an accountable peer and proactively correspond ...
Views: 1440 - Strategic Thinking Workshop As Leadership Training - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2011 from Ioventures IncThe future presents loads of opportunities and it is sad to see that there are some organizations who fail to turn these opportunities into reality. In many cases, it is not a matter of merely having a bad luck. To most organizations, they fail at reaching their full potential due to the kind of ...
Views: 1091 - Strategies Behind Crisis Management - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2010 from Stephanie A. Parson, PhDHumpty Dumpty sat on a wall Humpty Dumpty had a great fall All the king’s horses and All the king’s men Couldn’t put Humpty Dumpty together again This past week I attended a conference of business leaders desiring to take their business to the next level. On the second day, I met a leader ...
Views: 1626 - Strategies in Having Acting Jobs - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from Andree BridgesActing is considered to be on the list of ideal creative arts that is fascinating, but concurrently exhausting. The ideal matter about it is always that there are many voices where qualified actors have a chance to pursue very easily from commercials to theaters. It is essential to notice that ...
Views: 663 - Strategizing - Results Not Resolutions - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from Nicola BuntingOver the many years I've been coaching, my clients have achieved extraordinary personal and professional results through following the strategizing process outlined below, everything from changing career from one that bores to one that delights, gaining rapid promotion, turning a team (and ...
Views: 1113 - Strategy for StartUps and others Part-3: Risk Management. - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2017 from Spiros TsaltasAny organization, whether non-profit or for profit, whether small or large, whether a startup or a well- established and mature business, without a strategy it would drift away from its vision, mission and of course from its customers too. This is a follow- up (see previous 2 postings) article ...
Views: 1112 - Strategy for StartUps and Others, Part-1 - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2017 from Spiros TsaltasAny organization, whether non-profit or for profit, whether small or large, whether a startup or a well- established and mature business, without a strategy it would drift away from its vision, mission and of course from its customers too (yes, non-profits have customers too: they are called and ...
Views: 1389 - Strategy for StartUps and Others, Part-2 - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2017 from Spiros TsaltasAny organization, whether non-profit or for profit, whether small or large, whether a startup or a well- established and mature business, without a strategy it would drift away from its vision, mission and of course from its customers too. This is a follow- up from last week’s posting. Here we ...
Views: 1090 - Streamlining Your Solar Business Operations: Why Buying Appointments Is the Key - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2024 from Perfect Home DefenseIn the competitive world of solar energy, businesses face an ongoing challenge to manage operations efficiently while focusing on growth and customer satisfaction. The process of finding, qualifying, and scheduling appointments with potential customers often requires significant time, energy, ...
Views: 75 - Street-Wise Tips: Making Strategic Planning Work for Your Organization - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2012 from Judy WhalenStrategic planning can be either a boon or a bust for an organization. Many people bring “baggage” to the process. Some people have had terrible experiences. They vehemently oppose committing time and other resources to it. Others yawn, glaze over and are completely skeptical that the process ...
Views: 1070 - Success or Satisfaction? - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Morrin BassIt is an adventure, writing an article on my special presentation Success Or Satisfaction. Everyone wants them both, success and satisfaction. And everyone questions, is it possible to have them both? But nobody thinks that satisfaction is possible along with success. I know many people ...
Views: 1334 - Success or Satisfaction? - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Morrin BassIt is an adventure, writing an article on my special presentation Success Or Satisfaction. Everyone wants them both, success and satisfaction. And everyone questions, is it possible to have them both? But nobody thinks that satisfaction is possible along with success. I know many people ...
Views: 1176 - Success or Satisfaction? - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Morrin BassIt is an adventure, writing an article on my special presentation Success Or Satisfaction. Everyone wants them both, success and satisfaction. And everyone questions, is it possible to have them both? But nobody thinks that satisfaction is possible along with success. I know many people ...
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