Posts for November 26, 2012

November 26, 2012

Six Actions Small Business Owners Should Take Before, During, & After Start-up

You Want To Start Your Own Business...Now What?

Here are six areas to focus your efforts as a small business owner, whether you are planning to start your business or already own it. You don't have to be an expert on day one.  The challenge is to continue to develop these skills and incorporate them into your business strategy.  Over time, your positive results will reflect your efforts.    Develop your sales and marketing skills. You can have a fantastic business idea, but if you do not know how to get the word out to potential...Continue reading

By Lisa WoodsPosted in Small Business on November 26, 2012

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November 26, 2012

Small Business: The Importance of Defining and Implementing Processes

Structuring expectations is important for businesses large and small.

By Gina Fedeli, President GCF Consulting, Inc. Small firms usually avoid defining formal procedures. They worry about becoming too rigid, and think attracting and retaining innovative staff will suffer, resulting in business challenges. The opposite is true.   There are legal and financial risks when departments like HR and procurement lack guidelines. However, all departments can benefit from clear procedures for repeat activities. Since employees wear many hats in growing companies,...Continue reading

By Gina FedeliPosted in Small Business on November 26, 2012

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