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15 Effective Negotiation Tactics To Help Win Your Next Deal

AllBusiness. comClosing a big sale or contract can be tricky, especially when there are a lot of factors at play. But while some salespeople have a knack for getting signatures on the dotted line, others may find themselves struggling or losing out on deals, despite years of training. I’ve found that being as transparent as possible in all negotiations provides the best outcomes, as it creates the healthiest long-term relationships.

AllBusiness. comClosing a big sale or contract can be tricky, especially when there are a lot of factors at play. But while some salespeople have a knack for getting signatures on the dotted line, others may find themselves struggling or losing out on deals, despite years of training. Continue reading “15 Effective Negotiation Tactics To Help Win Your Next Deal”

What Is The LLC Tax Rate?

The LLC (limited liability company) business entity type is one of the most popular selected by small business owners. It shields the owner’s personal assets from the liabilities of the business and may result in some tax savings to boot. The LLC is an entity formed according to state statute, and it has flexibility in how income taxes are applied at the federal level. The IRS gives LLC members (its owners) the option to be taxed as a sole proprietorship (or partnership if multiple owners) or a corporation.

Why Right Now Is The Right Time To Take Charge Of Your Career

AllBusiness. comWhen I read the title of a recent Wall Street Journal post, “In This Economy, Quitters Are Winning,” frankly, I thought I misinterpreted something. People are quitting jobs, moving on to new positions, and making more money. Say what? I was totally aware of the fact that the job market was on fire, but our peeps are getting paid 30% more?I have to be candid with you.

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When I read the title of a recent Wall Street Journal post, “In This Economy, Quitters Are Winning,” frankly, I thought I misinterpreted something. People are quitting jobs, moving on to new positions, and making more money. Continue reading “Why Right Now Is The Right Time To Take Charge Of Your Career”

The Most Effective, Reliable Form Of Business Referrals

Hi, I'm Holly. I help women and moms find remote jobs, careers, and home-based businesses that feed their souls. If you're looking to work from home, this is the blog for you. Leave a Comment This post may contain paid and/or affiliate links.

Hi, I'm Holly. I help women and moms find remote jobs, careers, and home-based businesses that feed their souls. If you're looking to work from home, this is the blog for you. Continue reading “The Most Effective, Reliable Form Of Business Referrals”

4 Sales Lessons From The Mall Massage Therapist

AllBusiness. comLast weekend I went to the local shopping mall with my family. Along with the usual food court and kids’ play area and places to buy jeans, this mall has recently started offering massage services. There is a small area where a team of massage therapists are offering chair massages, right in the middle of the mall concourse, for as little as $20 for 15 minutes.

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Last weekend I went to the local shopping mall with my family. Along with the usual food court and kids’ play area and places to buy jeans, this mall has recently started offering massage services. Continue reading “4 Sales Lessons From The Mall Massage Therapist”

What Does Piano Teaching Have To Do With Business?

My years teaching piano privately have taught me many interesting and surprising things — none more important than the unique perspective on being a manager in a business setting. One of my fundamental beliefs is that anyone can learn music. While you probably won’t be the next Mozart if you’re in your thirties and have never tried to play an instrument before, it doesn’t mean you can’t learn to play for your own enjoyment and maybe even for the pleasure of your family and friends. Similarly, I believe everyone can succeed in various roles in their career if they are willing to put in the effort.

My years teaching piano privately have taught me many interesting and surprising things — none more important than the unique perspective on being a manager in a business setting.

One of my fundamental beliefs is that anyone can learn music. While you probably won’t be the next Mozart if you’re in your thirties and have never tried to play an instrument before, it doesn’t mean you can’t learn to play for your own enjoyment and maybe even for the pleasure of your family and friends. Continue reading “What Does Piano Teaching Have To Do With Business?”

The Top 5 Benefits Of A Live Chat Platform

Customer support is one of the most important aspects of running a business without a doubt, but a lot of people face some uncertainty about what kind of customer service works best in which environments. Live chat is arguably the best way to give customers the support they need, and there are a number of reasons why this is the case. Listed below are some benefits that could potentially be obtained from using a live chat service like Kayako. One of the main problems with call-based customer support is it costs a lot more than something like live chat customer support would.

Customer support is one of the most important aspects of running a business without a doubt, but a lot of people face some uncertainty about what kind of customer service works best in which environments. Live chat is arguably the best way to give customers the support they need, and there are a number of reasons why this is the case. Listed below are some benefits that could potentially be obtained from using a live chat service like Kayako. Continue reading “The Top 5 Benefits Of A Live Chat Platform”

5 Latest Payment Trends Impacting Small Businesses—Are You Keeping Up?

AllBusiness. comPayment processing has taken several major leaps forward over the past two decades. As the internet has opened up new possibilities for processing payments, as well as new ways to pay for things, businesses have been forced to adapt. Now, consumers are starting to have higher expectations for SMBs; they’re paying attention to the latest payment trends, and if your business can’t keep up with them, your customers may choose to support one of your competitors over you.

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Payment processing has taken several major leaps forward over the past two decades. As the internet has opened up new possibilities for processing payments, as well as new ways to pay for things, businesses have been forced to adapt. Continue reading “5 Latest Payment Trends Impacting Small Businesses—Are You Keeping Up?”

What To Expect When Selling Your Business

BizBuySell surveyed 2,300 small business sellers and future business buyers and found sellers can sell for more money because buyers know the cash flow of the average business for sale is on the rise. Most of the business owners who were selling their businesses started their companies from scratch (64 percent) and have owned their businesses for more than 10 years (38 percent). You don’t have to have a big business to successfully sell it. Most of the survey respondents who are selling their businesses have five or fewer employees.

You don’t have to have a big business to successfully sell it. Continue reading “What To Expect When Selling Your Business”

8 Ways Marketing Automation Makes Your Business An Efficiency Powerhouse

AllBusiness. comMarketing automation is here, and has made its way into every business and every industry. Using an automation system can help make mundane tasks more manageable and increases your business’s efficiency in the process. No longer will you be a slave to social media or email blasts, as marketing automation can create those posts in advance and develop those drip campaigns that keep customers coming back.

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Marketing automation is here, and has made its way into every business and every industry. Using an automation system can help make mundane tasks more manageable and increases your business’s efficiency in the process. Continue reading “8 Ways Marketing Automation Makes Your Business An Efficiency Powerhouse”