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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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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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NOVEMBER 9, 2009

Small Business World News Round-up – 2009/11/10 by Stefan Töpfer on Nov 10, 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. Organizations are working to help them size up.

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DECEMBER 14, 2009

Small Business World News Round-up – 2009/12/15 by Stefan Töpfer on Dec 15, 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. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Let’s get inspired First, consider what your goals are in the following areas: relationships, careers, finances, home, travel, personal growth (including spirituality, social life, education), and health and wellness. It is where we will set up your new visualisation board.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2009

Small Business World News Round-up – 2009/11/17 by Stefan Töpfer on Nov 17, 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. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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NOVEMBER 30, 2009

Small Business World News Round-up – 2009/12/01 by Stefan Töpfer on Dec 01, 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. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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OCTOBER 26, 2009

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. — ST. 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. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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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. Your main starting costs will be related to getting the website launched.

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JANUARY 25, 2010

Keeping Track and Keeping Up: Are You Focused? « 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. by Gina on Jan 26, 2010 It’s been a tough year for everyone. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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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 You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site.

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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 Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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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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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. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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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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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 3, 2011

  Here are a few tips to get started: Set up a filing system to store and manage your paperwork Your paperwork likely consists of three types of paper:  1) stuff you need to take action on 2) stuff you are saving for reference and 3) stuff that you should have tossed a long time ago, but haven't. 

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MAY 20, 2008

Small Business Start-Up Idea – C.V. Business environment and set-up cost: Other than language, there are no major barriers to this business being successful internationally. If you already own all the necessary computer equipment, scanner and printer then your only start-up cost will be the design and hosting of your website.

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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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JULY 27, 2006

You need to look on your books as your very own window on the health and well being of your business. Computerised systems now fall into two very different camps, the first are those that sit on your computer, and as such you need to take responsibility for ensuring you back your data up on a regular basis.

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JULY 14, 2006

Registering your business – Start Up Guides – Part 5 by Jason Holden on Jul 14, 2006 A major task for any new business is to ensure it is registered with the various government departments, this is one area I find a lot of new clients fail to do, mostly through a lack of knowledge, but sometimes through a fear of red tape and paperwork.

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MAY 16, 2010

Don’t purchase containers to store more documents and files – throw away as much of your old stuff as possible instead. Be ruthless with your filing. » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Monday, May 17th, 2010 at 7:00 am and is filed under Business Checklists. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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Stephanie LH Calahan

JANUARY 27, 2010

  Today is our 3-year anniversary with healthy lifestyles!    When he came up from the basement (his "Man Town" so to speak) I knew something was not right.    I chose to stay up and watch my husband sleep.    Ironically, through lifting up others we, too, are lifted up.

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JULY 23, 2010

who after seeing a problem came up with a business idea to help actuarial students gather all the information they need from one source. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. fix a problem-give to the audience-make money. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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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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SEPTEMBER 9, 2009

I hope these videos will help you to make up your mind to start your own business, it does not cost the earth. « WinWeb.com – Business Blog: Small & Home Business Set-Up Help WinWeb’s 75 Virtual Assistant Tips For Small Business Owners. Please share any business ideas you may have with us in the comments.

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DECEMBER 30, 2010

Begin by being realistic about your lifestyle and personal style.    Understanding your style and developing systems that fit with who you are sets you up for success.   In the picture above you see a standard file cabinet on the left and one that is open and on wheels on the right. 

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AUGUST 28, 2007

This is often a sure sign of loss of management control in a small business and start-up business, like SOHO-, SME, SMB-, Micro-, Lifestyle-, Home-, DIY-, Hobby-, Boomer-, Professional-, Personal businesses. Small Business Infrastructure For Business Start-Up. « If You Work All Day, You Have No Time To Make Any Money!

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AUGUST 23, 2007

To perform a basic small business fixed cost health check , ask yourself the following questions: Do I know where all the money is going every month? outsource effectively , plan cash-flow , plan your business , start-up in business. In this first part, I would like to talk about fixed costs in small business. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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DECEMBER 18, 2009

“Smaller businesses often say the words, but can’t get in on the act. Clare Short (b. 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! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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AUGUST 7, 2007

So instead of digging through file folders and your “sent&# email, here are five suggestions for setting up quick and dirty business processes and organizing your information for easy access:… &# Being organized from day one will save you a lot of time and help you to stay focused on your business – not your office.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2009

“Monopoly is a terrible thing, till you have it. Rupert Murdoch (b. 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! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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NOVEMBER 13, 2009

Theodore Levitt (1925-2006) US management theorist, Inc (February 1981) To view previous quotes, click here « Small Business World News Round-up – 2009/11/10 Top 5 Website Design Tips » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Saturday, November 14th, 2009 at 7:35 am and is filed under Business Quotations.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2009

. “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. 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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DECEMBER 28, 2009

1917) US comedienne To view previous quotes, click here « Top 5 Tips on Making Big Changes New Year – Small Business Quote of the Week » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Tuesday, December 29th, 2009 at 7:00 am and is filed under SME-Blog. Phyllis Diller (b. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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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 You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site.

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