Whatever the reason for deciding to go into business for yourself, it always pays to be sure that being in business is right for you. That you fit the business owner profile. Check our Business Start Up guide and make sure you know what’s coming

Deciding to start your own business is one thing, choosing the right business to start is another. When choosing a business you don’t have to reinvent the wheel you just have to make sure you start a business that’s right for you.

Profit from your retail window displays. Encouraging great window dressing is your best opportunity to attract customers into your store and make sales from passing trade. Good business management looks for any and every opportunity to promote sales.

Introducing refined selling techniques can mean increased sales. A business management with no sales strategy and good sales people will certainly fail. Selling is an art and a science so put proven selling techniques to good use.

In the 21st century surviving an economic recession means getting lean, cutting out the fat and concentrating on what brings in revenue to make sure you avoid potential business failure

Prepare for competition in business and your business competitors will never overcome you. Preparation is strength, information is key and the well prepared succeed

Using the services of small business brokers can pay dividends. You are in the market to buy a business and any small business broker you hire is there to help you succeed. So what can they do for you and when should you use one to find your perfect business?

Starting a retail business can be exciting, but it does take a lot of work and planning. Make sure you understand whether you want to be retailing or e-tailing and just what is involved

Persuade Your Customers to Buy … We are all influenced by the way in which goods and services are presented to us. Merchandising companies are the organizations that specialize in those forms of presentation. Whether it’s in the supermarket, corner store or on the internet. You need to merchandise.

Great business advertising ideas are great on paper. But making them work is a different story. Online advertising, print advertising even direct mail still needs good business management to make your ad campaign work for your business.

Startup Capital & Business Cash Requirements – Your idea for a new business is sound, you’ve researched it and prepared a draft business plan. Now you need to draw up a budget to show your startup capital requirements.

How effective time management will improve your basic management skills. Time management tips tricks & techniques for organizing your work and home life more effectively

Assessing the risks of buying a small business or building your own business from scratch. Buying a business is often the main decision you make before starting your future as a self employed entrepreneur

Having been through the trauma of starting a small business from scratch, I’m sure my business owning friends and I can help you with a few good business suggestions regarding startup capital demands, researching your potential customer base and estimating costs