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June 2, 2011

kikih cjr recommends this answer by Robert Whipple

We just launched a redesign of Focus.com. What do you think of it?

I like the simplicity, but you made it so simple that I cannot figure our how to post new articles or new questions. Yesterday I wanted to post and article, and I simply could not find the button to allow me to do that. So ... more

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June 1, 2011

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June 1, 2011

kikih cjr recommends this answer by Jackie Nagel

What are the top 5-10 reasons why small businesses fail within their first year?

Hi Jeff, I'm not sure I can measure up to Stan's articulate response :-D
In the 13 years we've been working with small business owners, we've discovered (through our own informal information gathering) three primary reasons for businesses not necessarily failing but certainly causing them to ... more

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June 1, 2011

kikih cjr recommends this answer by Matt Heinz

What's the one piece of advice you would give to an entrepreneur who is looking to start a company?

I'll never forget the very first day of Heinz Marketing. It was just me, a laptop and a (pending) business license. I had a meeting with a new client in downtown Seattle in the morning, and a prospect in the afternoon. My mid-day office? The ... more

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June 1, 2011

kikih cjr recommends this answer by Shannon Lowe

What do you post about on your small business social networking sites (Twitter, Facebook, Blogger)

It certainly depends on the platform. For example, blogs can be used to address common client challenges without typical sales speak. Try ending blog entries with a question(s) rather than blatantly ranting about the benefits of your product solutions. This technique can prompt engagement in ... more

June 1, 2011

kikih cjr recommends this answer by Mark Gandy

Should a small business have an annual operating budget and adhere to its budget?

I echo Rick's comments.
For a small business, a budget (I prefer the annual plan) helps the owner determine where he/she is going and if the projected cash levels can support growth whether it's in the form of higher sales and/or infrastructure expansion.
But economics change quickly, ... more

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