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NOVEMBER 16, 2009

High-tech security, low price tag : Until recently, small businesses looking for high-tech building security had few affordable options. » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 at 8:00 am and is filed under SME News Round-up. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0

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FEBRUARY 7, 2008

New predatory pricing laws no silver bullet for small business : New laws to make it cheaper and easier for small business to defend themselves against predatory pricing won’t provide a quick-fix for business bullying, experts and business groups say. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0

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FEBRUARY 2, 2010

Be realistic on what you can deliver Your salespeople might be landing business at prices lower than your cost. » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010 at 7:30 am and is filed under Marketing/PR. Talk to your team and make sure they know they can go this low, but no lower.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2008

By charging by the hour you are creating so many barriers to doing business that your chances of securing the order is very small, if you are competing with someone who offers fixed pricing you have virtually no chance of getting the order. And they do work on fixed price basis in most instances. I would be keen to know.

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MARCH 20, 2008

Carlton Nicholson is offering to make your hatchback car into something special, at a price of cause. Emmanual Opanuga is opening a shoe store chain , focusing on customer care while understanding the price pressures in this business. Quality, customer service and a niche market, what could possibly go wrong.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2009

However a recession can be a excellent time to spend money too, providing you have the cash to spend – here are some tips on how to spend & save at the same time: Always ask for a better price , no matter what, always ask. If the supplier knows you are ready to buy for the right price they will cut you a deal.

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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. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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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. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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JUNE 29, 2010

If your business has an inventory make sure you source the best suppliers at the right price, and don’t be afraid to haggle ! » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Wednesday, June 30th, 2010 at 7:30 am and is filed under How to. In this economy, every price is negotiable. lower overheads.

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JANUARY 25, 2010

« Top 5 Tips for Working With a Mentor Top 5 Tips for Paying Yourself » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Tuesday, January 26th, 2010 at 8:00 am and is filed under SME-Blog. I frequently find that the most difficult of these for many is determining the demand and the “price point&# for their product/service.

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OCTOBER 17, 2007

» « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Wednesday, October 17th, 2007 at 3:30 pm and is filed under Accounting , DIY Business , Question & Answer , Small Business / SOHO , Sole-Trader. Very Low Priced At £12.99 « Q & A: What Are The Problems With Staff In A Small Business? Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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MAY 8, 2006

fixed prices for compliance work as part of the selection criteria. Members of the major accountancy bodies, such as ACCA, ICAEW, ICAS, CPA, ICAI and others are also subject periodic reviews of their files by their professional body and are required to keep up to date by engaging in Continuing Professional Development.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2007

But remember you are working with small business and start-up business, like SOHO-, SME, SMB-, Micro-, Lifestyle-, Home-, DIY-, Hobby-, Boomer- or Personal business, like professional, contractors, freelancer, self-employed, sole-trader and virtual assistants , you need to keep the price low for them.

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APRIL 1, 2008

Business environment and set-up cost: There is not much potential for international business because you will not be able to keep your prices competitive with foreign companies once you factor in shipping costs. The set-up cost for this business is one of the more expensive ones due to all the equipment that will be required.

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JULY 27, 2006

You need to look on your books as your very own window on the health and well being of your business. There are many ways to keep records, from nothing (not recommended), then there is manual and next you have countless software packages, all varying in price. So, now you know why you need to keep books, but how do you go about it.

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OCTOBER 29, 2007

While the service is currently only available in the UK, Australia, Italy and Denmark, I would hope this brave move will reward the 3 Network with the deserved success. applications over the mobile network at fixed prices or even for free. Do you have a 10 seconds marketing speech for your small business? Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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JANUARY 22, 2008

» « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008 at 8:37 am and is filed under Exporting. Keep overheads to a minimum, review and change your suppliers if there not giving you the best value for money and service. Finally back in business. Promote your value for money. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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MAY 12, 2010

» « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Wednesday, May 12th, 2010 at 1:33 pm and is filed under SME-Blog. Stefan Töpfer Said on May 14th, 2010 at 9:54 am Nick, Well if the don’t there will be a heavy price to pay. « WinWeb.com Launches a New Website Have You Got A Business Thought? very useful post.

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2007

People look to their employers for entree into systems of social safety nets (Social Security, disability insurance, health care benefits, etc.). I provide a friendly, efficient, cost-effective freelance graphic design service to a range of corporate and small business clients in London, South East and the UK.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2007

Serviced apartments usually come equipped with amenities that can be found in a regular home, such as a refrigerator,microwave, cutlery, washer/dryer, TV, and internet access. Prices for serviced apartments are typically lower than equivalent hotels rooms, especially when the stay is prolonged. Will definetly use the tool.

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OCTOBER 2, 2007

This has created not only many health problems like cardiovascular disease, a weaker immune system, frequent headaches, backache to name but a few, but also social problems in areas like child-care, care for relatives, increase in divorces and other symptoms of a social fabric breakdown. Work-Life Balance 2.0

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NOVEMBER 1, 2007

New Small Business Idea: Local Fast Food Portal » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Thursday, November 1st, 2007 at 9:29 am and is filed under Accountants/CPAs , Outsourcing , Question & Answer , Red-Tape , Start-Up , avoid growing pain , do a SWOT plan , do a reality check , do bookkeeping.

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MAY 31, 2006

» « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Wednesday, May 31st, 2006 at 5:47 pm and is filed under Development , Infrastructure , Marketing/PR , Office - IT , Open Source Software , SME-Blog , Sales , Software as a Service , Web Technology , WinWeb. SMBs to Spend $2.2 Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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AUGUST 16, 2007

« Skype Down, WinWeb Slow – the price of mash-up. » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Thursday, August 16th, 2007 at 8:44 pm and is filed under Contractor , Employment , How to. Have a nice day! Outsourcing , Self-employed , Small Business / SOHO , Virtual Assistants , outsource effectively.

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JUNE 27, 2010

And you might make a big mistake one day that costs you a lot, like deleting a critical file by accident. Your positive outlook, your attitude, and your customer service takes a hit. Not taking care of your health will make you sick (and sleep is a big part of taking care of your health). Lesson learned.

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In this post, we’ll dive into books that speak to the three following categories: Books on personal habits, attitudes and approaches Mental health and work books Books for entrepreneurs Books for managers and founders Read on to discover 45 of the best professional development books. If that sounds like you, this is a must-read.

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