The Client Agreement – Does Yours Cover All Of This?

As a business owner, typically at some point, you are going to take on individual clients who pay your company a fee to receive some kind of service – coaching, consulting, website design, or technical strategy, etc. Whatever the service, the number one thing all business owners need before they take on their first client, is a proper client agreement. Many of you may be thinking, “Yeah, I have one of those…I copied it from a coach I hired a few years ago…” If this sounds familiar, read on. Copying a contract from another person not only leaves you exposed for copyright law violations but also means the agreement was not generated for you.

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Why Promoting From Within Is Good For Small Business

AllBusiness. comPop quiz for small business owners!You’re looking to fill a sales manager role at your company.  To your left is a stack of résumés from potential applicants, many of which are qualified for the position and could bring in a fresh perspective to the department. To your right is the sales associate who has been running the department thus far.

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You’re looking to fill a sales manager role at your company. To your left is a stack of résumés from potential applicants, many of which are qualified for the position and could bring in a fresh perspective to the department. Continue reading “Why Promoting From Within Is Good For Small Business”

7 Startup Mistakes That Will Doom Your Small Business

AllBusiness. comYou have an interesting business concept and a desire to make it a reality. You’re excited and can’t wait to get started. As an entrepreneur, I can tell you from experience that it’s not easy to actually start a business.

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You have an interesting business concept and a desire to make it a reality. You’re excited and can’t wait to get started. Continue reading “7 Startup Mistakes That Will Doom Your Small Business”

How To Get A Business Loan If Your Credit’s Not So Hot

AllBusiness. comMost small businesses will need funding at one time or another to keep operations running smoothly or for expansion. However, if your credit score is less than ideal, you may feel like there aren’t any financing options available to you. With the evolution of non-bank, alternative lenders, there are options for people who might have less-than-stellar credit.

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Most small businesses will need funding at one time or another to keep operations running smoothly or for expansion. However, if your credit score is less than ideal, you may feel like there aren’t any financing options available to you. Continue reading “How To Get A Business Loan If Your Credit’s Not So Hot”

Registered Agents – FAQs

Q: What is the purpose of the registered agent?A: The registered agent is the person named to receive important legal and tax documents on behalf of a business in a given state. This includes important mail sent by the state (annual reports or statements), state tax documents, as well as any Notices of Litigation. Virtually all states require corporations, LLCs, LLPs, LPs and nonprofits to appoint a registered agent in the state where the company is formed. And, if a company registers to transact business in another state (via a foreign qualification), it will typically need a registered agent in that state too.

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A: The registered agent is the person named to receive important legal and tax documents on behalf of a business in a given state. This includes important mail sent by the state (annual reports or statements), state tax documents, as well as any Notices of Litigation. Virtually all states require corporations, LLCs, LLPs, LPs and nonprofits to appoint a registered agent in the state where the company is formed. Continue reading “Registered Agents – FAQs”

By: Mark

So you finally want to join the blogging community. Well by reading this article you’ll have taken the biggest step to starting a blog that can create an income for you and your family. I have been blogging as my main source of income for the past 8 years. It has been a long hard slog but in the past few years I have managed to launch successful blog after successful blog which have meant that I can quit the 9-5 and spend more time with my family & building a lifestyle I am happy with.

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Key Steps In Obtaining A Great Domain Name

AllBusiness. comA great or catchy domain name for your company or product can make a huge difference in your potential success.  But getting a great domain name isn’t easy, as the majority of quality domain names are already owned by someone else.  In this article, I provide some strategic advice on how to choose and obtain a desirable and brandable domain name.

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A great or catchy domain name for your company or product can make a huge difference in your potential success. But getting a great domain name isn’t easy, as the majority of quality domain names are already owned by someone else. Continue reading “Key Steps In Obtaining A Great Domain Name”

3 Ways To Use Online Video To Improve Your Content Marketing

AllBusiness. comAsk any online business owner or marketing professional what they need more of, and they will likely say traffic and site content. However, what online marketers and content creators need to be focusing their efforts on is creating better content that will work for them for days, weeks, and even months. But what we’ve been seeing lately is a never-ending amount of strictly text-based content that overwhelms an audience—something people don’t have time for (nor do you have time to create).

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Ask any online business owner or marketing professional what they need more of, and they will likely say traffic and site content. However, what online marketers and content creators need to be focusing their efforts on is creating better content that will work for them for days, weeks, and even months. Continue reading “3 Ways To Use Online Video To Improve Your Content Marketing”

The Growing Thrift Store Opportunity For Female Entrepreneurs

Sponsored by Swap. com:The brand image of a thrift store has changed significantly over the years. Today, a consignment and thrift store can offer a wide variety of high-end items at a fraction of the cost that buying new would offer. The term “gently used” truly does exist, and its popularity among shoppers continues to grow.

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The brand image of a thrift store has changed significantly over the years. Today, a consignment and thrift store can offer a wide variety of high-end items at a fraction of the cost that buying new would offer. Continue reading “The Growing Thrift Store Opportunity For Female Entrepreneurs”