Running a successful business means learning how to do things more efficiently than your competition.

The traditional 9 to 5 workday is a distant memory for many of us as we conduct our business on the go. One of the strongest strategies (at no cost!) to embrace is using good old Skype, a technology that has been around for a while now and continues to improve. In case you have been hibernating Skype is an internet based peer to peer communication network. On the most basic level, Skype can be used to make phone calls from computer to computer for free (providing you are both on Skype - and joining is free). Read More

This holiday season make a difference in your community and secure your company a brighter future. By being a part of a local charity, organising a fundraiser or donating products/services to local giveaways and holiday raffles, you're not only participating in the holiday spirit and helping those in need, but you are spreading your company name with little to no effort. You will be garnering positive attention while securing widespread marketing techniques at the same time. Read More

Closing a sale is the most critical part of the sales process for a small business. The more efficient and confident you become in your techniques, the more revenue you and your team can generate.

Prepare for a close by testing your techniques: run analytics on your offer using questionnaires or mock interviews. This preparation will leave you feeling confident and will reduce the chance of a client throwing a curve ball. Read More

Small business owners often find themselves discouraged with their websites and their inability to attract a large amount of clientele. There are two main things to remember when creating your website: to attract and engage. Without both of these features working for you, your site will not be working to your advantage. Read More

When selling your business you need to be prepared for several things from the outset. Whatever the purpose of sale may be, there are some suitable guidelines to follow that will best prepare you as the seller for the reality of the sale itself. Read More

There is a heated debate regarding the merits of writing a detailed business plan. The gist of the debate is whether or not there is a benefit (financial and overall) to writing a detailed business plan, or whether this has become a dated concept and a fledgling business can thrive without one. A recent university study suggested that a business plan has no statistical effect on the outcome or financial return of a business.

However on a general level a business plan is still necessary. Read More