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Small Business world News Round-up - 2009/10/27

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Small Business world News Round-up – 2009/10/27 by Stefan Töpfer on Oct 27, 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. Here’s how to tell if your salary is sound.

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Reducing Overheads Can Save A Business | THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG

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Shop around : Make sure you are getting the best deals from all you suppliers- right down to your electricity, broadband and gas bills. If your business has an inventory make sure you source the best suppliers at the right price, and don’t be afraid to haggle ! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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Top Five Tips for Paying Yourself

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Salary and bonuses are taxed differently to dividends. If possible, get some advice from your accountant regarding the level of pay you plan on taking from the business. Research the going rate for CEOs in your industry. Learn about how your company structure affects pay. Don’t pay yourself too much or you will harm the company.

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New Small Business Startup Idea: Virtual Import/Export Assistant.

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So now I had my supplier with whom by this stage I had built up a good base for a trustworthy supplier by way of emails. Get your suppliers to advertise in it! Free advertising Said on June 25th, 2009 at 10:10 am Good ideas. Small business idea « FavPanel Said on June 28th, 2009 at 9:52 am [.]

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