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FEBRUARY 12, 2008

The truth is that charging by the hour is terribly customer unfriendly and is therefor very bad for your 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.

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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. 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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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. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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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. 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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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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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 ! In this economy, every price is negotiable. Shop around : Make sure you are getting the best deals from all you suppliers- right down to your electricity, broadband and gas bills. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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JANUARY 25, 2010

I frequently find that the most difficult of these for many is determining the demand and the “price point&# for their product/service. &# Ron Ratliff Said on January 26th, 2010 at 12:51 pm Excellent set of questions for the owners of SME’s…particularly at a time when most are tempted to focus on fighting fires.

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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. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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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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OCTOBER 17, 2007

Monthly profit and loss account also includes a financial health check based upon an automated tax forecast to enable businesses to monitor their financial performance. Very Low Priced At £12.99 By entering drawings the package then compares the net profit made with the likely tax liability plus the drawings.

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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. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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MAY 8, 2006

fixed prices for compliance work as part of the selection criteria. Jason Holden Said on March 4th, 2009 at 11:09 am As you say, at least it’s over, and I very much doubt it is an isolated case, but maybe it does highlight you need to take care when choosing an advisor, and not to be price driven as some people are?

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JANUARY 22, 2008

Keep overheads to a minimum, review and change your suppliers if there not giving you the best value for money and service. Defend your prices in terms of value for money to your customers and then get them to do it for you to potential new customers. Promote your value for money. Cheapest isn’t the best.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2007

You need to make sure you find an accountant/CPA who concentrates on 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 before you make any appointments.

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MAY 12, 2010

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. 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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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 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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AUGUST 16, 2007

Building a support network community for your small business and start-up business, like SOHO-, SME, SMB-, Micro-, Lifestyle-, Home-, DIY-, Hobby-, Boomer-, Professional-, Personal businesses is essential to your survival. « Skype Down, WinWeb Slow – the price of mash-up. Have a nice day! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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MAY 31, 2006

That is a bonus certainly, but the real benefit lies in the increased levels of performance, resilience, and accountability that a managed services provider can deliver. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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