The 9 Most Valuable Lessons You Can Teach Your Sales Team

AllBusiness. comThere are many factors that go into developing a great sales team. But the lessons your team keeps top of mind will be traced back to their training. So what should you be sure to emphasize right off the bat?That’s why we asked nine successful entrepreneurs from Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) the following question.

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3 Reasons Every Woman Needs Business Cards, Even If You’re Unemployed

If you see a woman with a purse full of business cards, stop and take copious notes. You can almost guarantee that she is on a mission of success and she means business. Business cards are typically the first source of visual branding that others get to take as a reminder of your interaction with them. How you present yourself through your confidence, clothing, and communication may determine how others perceive you at that moment, but a business card will determine if the relationship continues beyond your conversation.

Business cardIf you see a woman with a purse full of business cards, stop and take copious notes. You can almost guarantee that she is on a mission of success and she means business.

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Should You Buy A Business Or Start One From Scratch?

Both have their advantages and challenges, so how do you choose? I wish there were an easy answer, but I’m afraid you’ll need to do some research and put some serious thought into your decision. As you explore your options, consider the following pros and cons of starting a business from scratch and buying an established one. Pros Of Starting From Scratch• You begin with a squeaky clean slate, establishing and building your brand reputation from Day 1. • You build your team fresh and new, selecting the right people for the right positions.

From scratchBoth have their advantages and challenges, so how do you choose? I wish there were an easy answer, but I’m afraid you’ll need to do some research and put some serious thought into your decision. As you explore your options, consider the following pros and cons of starting a business from scratch and buying an established one.

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A Difficult Decision: When To Let A Sales Rep Go

AllBusiness. comIn business, it’s never fun to let someone go. It forces you to realize you made a mistake in hiring and that you knowingly have been risking the morale and performance of others on the team. Plus you will have to go through the process of finding a new employee.

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4 Business Trends To Pay Attention To This Year

AllBusiness. comIt’s the time of year when we focus on what the coming months will bring us, both personally and professionally. The year 2017 is bound to be a great one, and should bring a multitude of changes. If you’re seeking business success, take a look at these four trends that will impact your business.

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What Will HR Look Like In The Coming Year?

AllBusiness. comWith a new year comes new systems, processes, and trends. 2017 has just rolled in and if you’re like many companies, you’re deep in planning and executing new strategies to make your business more efficient. These strategies often start in the HR department.

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How To Make $500 Each Month Selling On EBay

January 11, 2017 3 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our disclosure policy for further information. Earning $500 each month on eBay is extremely doable. It could be done within minutes, depending on the value of the items that you plan to sell.

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Salespeople: This Simple Yet Powerful Advice Can Help You Win More Sales

AllBusiness. comMaybe you’re relatively new to sales, or maybe you’ve been doing it for a while now but feel frustrated by your lack of progress.  Here are three bits of simple yet powerful advice I give my own clients to help them be more successful at selling:When you are in sales, you are always “on. ” Your customers are judging you and making decisions about whether they want to continue to work with you and buy from you—or not.

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Maybe you’re relatively new to sales, or maybe you’ve been doing it for a while now but feel frustrated by your lack of progress. Here are three bits of simple yet powerful advice I give my own clients to help them be more successful at selling:

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Go Beyond Amazon: Small Businesses Today Must Take A Multi-Site Approach To E-Commerce

AllBusiness. comWhen brands start selling products online, there is often a single word they think of: Amazon. And to those brands, I’d like to say another single word: stop. I don’t mean stop selling on Amazon—you’d be foolish to do that.

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When brands start selling products online, there is often a single word they think of: Amazon.

And to those brands, I’d like to say another single word: stop. Continue reading “Go Beyond Amazon: Small Businesses Today Must Take A Multi-Site Approach To E-Commerce”

Five Types Of On Demand Money Making Opportunities

January 4, 2017 Leave a Comment This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our disclosure policy for further information. I must admit I am a bit of an “instant gratification” junkie. I adore popping those packing bubbles.

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