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SEPTEMBER 19, 2009

Ten Small Business Startup Ideas – 2009/09/20 by Stefan Töpfer on Sep 20, 2009 If you are sat at home this weekend contemplating starting your own small / micro home business or becoming a self-employed freelancer / sole trader then here are ten quick-fire business ideas to use as a starting point. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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FEBRUARY 16, 2010

Getting Fired Up! So, now it’s more important than ever to get your team fired up. If you want your staff to work harder then step it up a notch yourself. when I was managing people I learned fast that setting an example got the most response and number 4 helped keep people fired up. It is the only means.”

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JANUARY 29, 2009

The worst business start-up mistakes by Stefan Töpfer on Jan 29, 2009 Although many people decide to try and realise their dream of starting their own business, unfortunately it often turns into a nightmare for them. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 Just a opinion! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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NOVEMBER 23, 2009

Small Business World News Round-up – 209/11/24 by Stefan Töpfer on Nov 24, 2009 Here is this week’s news round-up for home business, micro business, sole-traders, freelancers, self-employed and any one who is interested in small business news from around the world. 2010 may be no better.

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JUNE 24, 2010

Perhaps your suppliers have raised prices. Full disclosure or as Kathleen says “transparency.&# If our customers see we are being up front and honest – they will trust us and remember, people buy from those they like and TRUST.

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JANUARY 25, 2010

Keeping Track and Keeping Up: Are You Focused? do cost cutting do credit control do customer service export find funding grow your business handle problems keep data safe lower overheads manage your time market and sell motivate your staff not to do it! by Gina on Jan 26, 2010 It’s been a tough year for everyone.

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NOVEMBER 4, 2008

« Small Business Start-Up Idea – Fund Raiser Small Business Technology News Round-Up – 11/04/2008 » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Friday, April 11th, 2008 at 12:30 pm and is filed under SME News Round-up. — ST. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0

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APRIL 29, 2008

Small Business Start-Up Idea – Weight Loss Consultation by Stefan Töpfer on Apr 30, 2008 In recent years there has been a far greater emphasis placed on the importance of living a healthy lifestyle. This will involve online weight loss coaching and setting up an extensive knowledge base that will serve as a point of reference.

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MAY 13, 2008

Small Business Start-Up Idea – Party Planner by Stefan Töpfer on May 13, 2008 Organising a party can be time-consuming and stressful for many people. Business environment and set-up cost: There is not much international potential for this business because you will have to work closely with clients.

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MARCH 11, 2008

Small Business Start-Up Idea: Image Consultant by Stefan Töpfer on Mar 11, 2008 This business is ideal for someone who has worked in the corporate world or the media for a number of years and understands the importance of image within it. Kind regards, Elaine Henry Baker Said on February 12th, 2009 at 10:37 pm Great post as always Stefan.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2008

Small business becomes less taxing with new concessions : SMALL businesses can potentially access up to 13 new tax concessions following wide-ranging changes effective from July 1. As always this list is not exhaustive, but I hope it will give you a little overview. — ST. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0

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APRIL 8, 2008

Small Business Start-Up Idea – Sign-Making Service by Stefan Töpfer on Apr 09, 2008 Sign manufacture is a fun way for you to earn some extra income. Business environment and set-up cost: This is primarily a local business because you will work closely with clients and be responsible for installing the signage.

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MAY 20, 2008

Small Business Start-Up Idea – C.V. Writing Service by Stefan Töpfer on May 20, 2008 The competitive job market makes it important for applicants to have a résumé that stands out from the pile. Business environment and set-up cost: Other than language, there are no major barriers to this business being successful internationally.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2009

by Stefan Töpfer on Nov 17, 2009 On my blog I often talk about not spending money, bootstrapping and cash-flow planning. If the supplier knows you are ready to buy for the right price they will cut you a deal. Promise to buy from one supplier for better payment terms, like 60 or 90 days. Get better payment terms by negotiation.

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AUGUST 7, 2007

Smart Business Start-Up by Stefan Töpfer on Aug 08, 2007 Whatever you are planning a personal business or a small business, like SOHO-, SME, SMB-, Micro-, Home-, DIY-, Hobby-, Boomer businesses, the time has never been better for starting a business. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 Be very realistic.

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APRIL 1, 2008

Small Business Start-Up Idea – T-Shirt Design by Stefan Töpfer on Apr 02, 2008 There is always a great demand for custom-made T-shirts, ranging from sports teams in need of new kit to event organisers wanting promotional shirts to give away. The estimated cost to start this business varies from £5000 up to around £15,000.

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AUGUST 8, 2010

They all have to do their part by providing excellent customer service. Without exception, all of your staff need an in-depth knowledge of the product or service that you provide. Explaining it to potential customers should become second nature to them. Everyone in a small business is part of the selling team.

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JUNE 4, 2010

Marcus founded Direct Sitters in March 2009 after always dreaming of running his own company, and seeing a gap in the market for a short-term house sitting service. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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FEBRUARY 2, 2010

Turbocharge Your Sales by Stefan Töpfer on Feb 03, 2010 With better economic conditions coming soon, there couldn’t be a better time to brush up on your sales skills. The recent downturn has made companies think twice about who they are dealing with and has made them potentially more likely to switch suppliers. Keep up the great work!

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who after seeing a problem came up with a business idea to help actuarial students gather all the information they need from one source. do cost cutting do credit control do customer service export find funding grow your business handle problems keep data safe lower overheads manage your time market and sell motivate your staff not to do it!

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JULY 16, 2010

WinWeb Pitch of the Week – Uni Baggage by Stefan Töpfer on Jul 17, 2010 The winner of WinWeb ’s Pitch of the Week competition this week is Paul Stewart, founder of Uni Baggage , who after seeing a problem came up with a business idea to help students transport their belongings to and from University. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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NOVEMBER 19, 2009

Opinions – Small Business Quote of the Week » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Friday, November 20th, 2009 at 12:08 am and is filed under WinWeb. Find out more and watch business videos @ WinWeb TV « How To Make This Recession Work For Your Small Home Business. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2009

Free Home Business Startup Video: Genealogy Research by Stefan Töpfer on Sep 10, 2009 The thirtieth in the WinWeb series of ‘Free Business Ideas’ on WinWeb’s You Tube Channel. I hope these videos will help you to make up your mind to start your own business, it does not cost the earth. Maybe we will make them into a video.

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MARCH 21, 2010

Make the necessary changes once you know exactly what your customers want. « Why Your Small Business Needs A SWOT Good Customer Service Can Go A Long Way » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Monday, March 22nd, 2010 at 7:00 am and is filed under SME-Blog. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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MAY 18, 2010

by Stefan Töpfer on May 19, 2010 While we all hope to make our customers 100% happy all of the time, and this must of course be what we strive for, there will be occasions where a customer is less than happy with the service you have provided. That and the pay check that I can’t afford to give up!

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AUGUST 24, 2007

Cost Cutting for Small Business – Payment Terms by Stefan Töpfer on Aug 24, 2007 There are two ways to get better payment terms from your suppliers – make sure you know what the pricing is and negotiate the payment terms last, without warning. This is like a 24% p.a. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site.

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Cost Cutting for Small Business – Payment Terms by Stefan Töpfer on Aug 24, 2007 There are two ways to get better payment terms from your suppliers – make sure you know what the pricing is and negotiate the payment terms last, without warning. This is like a 24% p.a. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site.

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DECEMBER 18, 2009

Ethics – Small Business Quote of the Week by Stefan Töpfer on Dec 19, 2009 A small business quote keeps you thinking, inspired and entertained. Smaller businesses often say the words, but can’t get in on the act. Clare Short (b. Smaller businesses often say the words, but can’t get in on the act. Clare Short (b.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2009

Ideas – Small Business Quote of the Week by Stefan Töpfer on Nov 14, 2009 A small business quote keeps you thinking, inspired and entertained. Ideas are useless unless used.” You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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MARCH 24, 2010

In summary: - SME’s can double claims for investment allowances during their first year of business, allowing claims of up £100,000 from taxable profits to be invested in to the business. - A cut in business rates for one year for SME’s – with up to 345,000 small businesses paying no rates at all. - Not policy. Just some suggestions.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2009

Economics – Small Business Quote of the Week by Stefan Töpfer on Nov 07, 2009 A small business quote keeps you thinking, inspired and entertained. “The volatility at the core of deregulated financial institutions makes a world economy that is organised as a system of free markets essentially unstable&# John Gray (b.

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Opinions – Small Business Quote of the Week by Stefan Töpfer on Nov 21, 2009 A small business quote keeps you thinking, inspired and entertained. Monopoly is a terrible thing, till you have it. Rupert Murdoch (b. Monopoly is a terrible thing, till you have it. Rupert Murdoch (b. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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DECEMBER 28, 2009

Christmas – Small Business Quote of the Week by dave on Dec 29, 2009 A small business quote keeps you thinking, inspired and entertained. What I don’t like about office Christmas parties is looking for a job the next day. Phyllis Diller (b. What I don’t like about office Christmas parties is looking for a job the next day.

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JUNE 26, 2010

« Be Positive and Be Successful Top 5 Serious Start-Up Mistakes » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Saturday, June 26th, 2010 at 8:00 am and is filed under Pitch of the Week , WinWeb. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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AUGUST 6, 2010

Categories Announcements Balderdash Business Books Business Checklists Business Ideas Business Quotations Comments Customer Service Guest Blog How to … avoid growing pain be eco-friendly be successful bootstrap choose your office deal with taxes do a reality check do a SWOT plan do bookkeeping. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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Categories Announcements Balderdash Business Books Business Checklists Business Ideas Business Quotations Comments Customer Service Guest Blog How to … avoid growing pain be eco-friendly be successful bootstrap choose your office deal with taxes do a reality check do a SWOT plan do bookkeeping. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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Categories Announcements Balderdash Business Books Business Checklists Business Ideas Business Quotations Comments Customer Service Guest Blog How to … avoid growing pain be eco-friendly be successful bootstrap choose your office deal with taxes do a reality check do a SWOT plan do bookkeeping. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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