How small businesses can compete against larger businesses?
Being the little guy is often an unenviable position to be in. This stays absolutely true for small business. How does the underdog compete among the big brands? Get specific and comfortable in niches Get your niche on people. If you are entering an established…
Budgeting tips every small business needs to know
Poor budgeting can lead to planning errors when you are mapping your business’ expected income and expenditure. This could be catastrophic. If you are a small business owner, you should be virtually living for a budget. For good reason too, there are many potential rewards…
Do you have what it takes to be your own boss?
Are you daydreaming in your cubicle again? Pretty sure you could run this place? Thinking of running your own business is a common phenomena among aspiring entrepreneurs – the mastery of ones life, the promises of financial success, the ability to exercise your business skills.Its…
Why Netflix and admin don’t mix!
Do you attempt the impossible? Are you convinced you have double the brain capacity of regular people? Many people seem to think so when it comes to watching TV while doing ‘work’. Cynically known as ‘Netflix and admin’ this surprisingly common phenomena infects a large…
What you need to know before rebranding your business
Rebranding is a lot more than a simple logo change – its a whole ‘new you’. The reasons to go through the process of rebranding your business are numerous perhaps it is: International growth New business model New management A poor reputation Outdated business identity…
Invoicing: 7 sins you need to stop committing
You have done the work, you have provided the services and you have earned your money. But where is your cash? Oh, your client still has it tucked a way in their piggy bank! How nice for them. Invoicing: it’s a headache, isn’t it? At…
3 things your salon front desk can’t do without
So you are running a salon? Fantastic. Whether your salon is focused on hair, nails, massage therapy, waxing or a myriad of possibilities, the one thing in common is your front desk. The front desk is not only the ‘face’ of your business, it is…
Super weird businesses that actually worked!
Every so often a unique and brave business peeks over the horizon of madness and sees an opportunity. A curious business idea forms. Is it crazy or is it the best idea they’ve ever had? 1) Eternal Reefs A quirky little business that combines funeral…