The Small Business Blog

JUNE 13, 2010

Share information about your business and about you – your history and values are important to prospective customers. A big advantage of being a smaller company is the ability to create a more personal connection with your customers – yet many SME’s bury information that would allow that on an About page.

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The Small Business Blog

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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The Small Business Blog

JANUARY 20, 2010

However, rather than wasting time worrying about how you could miss that information, consider instead spending that energy on competitive intelligence to prevent any possible surprises. Know where to look: A majority of information that you want to know about your competitors is freely available. Body language always speaks volumes.

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The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2009

Make sure they leave with the information they need. Use sub-headings to break up large blocks of information. And don’t get me started on those sites that make you play hide-and-seek when you try to obtain information. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! Keep things as simple as possible for the people visiting your website.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 13, 2010

This is useful if you want to file the email and change the Subject line to something that better describes what the email is about or to put notes in the email. You can also attach a file from Word, Excel or PowerPoint or a business card from your Contacts if it is someone you need to remember to call and want that information available.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 19, 2009

When I receive an initial request for a meeting, I use a meeting form and write down the information I need: who is requesting the meeting, what is the purpose of the meeting, where it will be held and a phone number or an e-mail address and dates that are available. When a meeting is finalized, I put the scheduling sheet in a completed file.

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The Small Business Blog

AUGUST 1, 2010

Consider Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) to cover you against claims or lawsuits filed against you by employees. » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Monday, August 2nd, 2010 at 7:00 am and is filed under Business Checklists. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! A good recordkeeping policy is essential.

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MARCH 15, 2009

Tried and True Method: I set up 12 hanging file folders labelled January through to December. I then put the items in a two-fold file folder with his calendar printed out on the one side and the items he will need for the day on the other side. Too much information. This really works for us and is so easy to use. Thats great!

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The Small Business Blog

AUGUST 6, 2010

Read more about Waste Notes here and if you would like to enter WinWeb’s Pitch of the Week competition visit our Facebook page for more information – you could win superb free publicity for your small business! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! « 9-5 or 5-9? Does It Really Matter?

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The Small Business Blog

JULY 30, 2010

Read more about Domoticware here and if you would like to enter WinWeb’s Pitch of the Week competition visit our Facebook page for more information – you could win superb free publicity for your small business! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! « John Needs YOU! You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 10, 2008

If you do arrange to meet with them, be prepared with questions and information so they will see the benefit. Keep an organized filing system and file list. If your boss tends to misplace things when they get it, make an extra copy for your file before giving it to them. Too much information. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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The Small Business Blog

JULY 16, 2010

Read more about Uni Baggage here and if you would like to enter WinWeb’s Pitch of the Week competition visit our Facebook page for more information – you could win superb free publicity for your small business! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0

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The Small Business Blog

JUNE 26, 2010

Read more about Student Aid here and if you would like to enter WinWeb’s Pitch of the Week competition visit our Facebook page for more information – you could win superb free publicity for your small business! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0

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The Small Business Blog

JUNE 18, 2010

Read more about Environmentally Friendly Solutions here and if you would like to enter WinWeb’s Pitch of the Week competition visit our Facebook page for more information – you could win superb free publicity for your small business! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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The Small Business Blog

JUNE 11, 2010

Read more about Hire My Parents here and if you would like to enter WinWeb’s Pitch of the Week competition visit our Facebook page for more information – you could win superb free publicity for your small business! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! « Is Your Business Blogging?

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The Small Business Blog

JUNE 4, 2010

Read more about Marcus’s small business story here , and if you would like to enter WinWeb’s Pitch of the Week competition visit our Facebook page for more information – you could win superb free publicity for your small business! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0

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The Small Business Blog

MAY 28, 2010

Lily Waring Intimates is an online store selling lingerie, with free UK deilvery Read more about Kat’s small business story here , and if you would like to enter WinWeb’s Pitch of the Week competition visit our Facebook page for more information – you could win superb free publicity for your small business!

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The Small Business Blog

MAY 21, 2010

Read more about Emily’s small business story here , and if you would like to enter WinWeb’s Pitch of the Week competition visit our Facebook page for more information – you could win superb free publicity for your small business! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0

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The Small Business Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2010

» « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Monday, February 15th, 2010 at 7:03 am and is filed under Business Checklists. Davis Said on February 16th, 2010 at 7:36 pm Ya its great information to find investors for the small business. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! « Are You A Competent Communicator?

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2008

I use hanging file folders labelled from January through to December. Every afternoon before I leave for the day, I go through the hanging file for that month to see if there is anything I need to bring forward for the next day. A tip she passed along had to do with the bring-forward system and has been a great tool for me.

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The Small Business Blog

JANUARY 9, 2010

To view previous quotes, click here « New Year – Small Business Quote of the Week Top 5 Tips on Building a 6 Month Cash Reserve » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Saturday, January 9th, 2010 at 7:45 pm and is filed under Business Quotations. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

WinWeb TV represents a unique source of information and business advice for everyone interested in running or starting a small business. 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. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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The Small Business Blog

JUNE 18, 2010

I will then be on hand to offer advice in an informal setting. « Let Go A Little and Help Your Business WinWeb Pitch of the Week -Environmentally Friendly Solutions » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Friday, June 18th, 2010 at 10:31 am and is filed under WinWeb. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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JUNE 23, 2009

Posted by Patricia Robb at 6:39 AM Labels: Administrative Assistant , colour coding , coloured file folders , professional assistant Reactions: 0comments: Post a Comment Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Join me for a Webinar, Sept. Too much information. Try it, you may like it. 5, 2010 at 12 p.m.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 26, 2009

Or if you want to attach a file, choose Attach File. FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK ON THE IMAGE Subscribe To Posts Atom Posts Comments Atom Comments Subscribe to the blog here Search This Blog Loading. Too much information. On the right, make sure Attachments is clicked. I always set reminders on my tasks. If you press Ctrl.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

DECEMBER 5, 2009

If you know what works best for you and if your job is 80/20 on what you like then you can put up with the small stuff like filing and filling out expense forms. FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK ON THE IMAGE Subscribe To Posts Atom Posts Comments Atom Comments Subscribe to the blog here Search This Blog Loading. Too much information.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

AUGUST 29, 2009

This is particularly important given the ease in which we can share information on social networking sites. Get any files they may need as a result of the e-mail correspondence. Going through some major organizing and filing here at our office and this is another 'a propos' topic that hits home. Too much information.

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The Small Business Blog

JANUARY 1, 2010

1904) poet To view previous quotes, click here « Christmas – Small Business Quote of the Week Opportunity – Small Business Quote of the Week » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Saturday, January 2nd, 2010 at 7:00 am and is filed under Business Quotations. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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JANUARY 13, 2009

In some organizations raises are tied to how well you do and it is also a record that is kept on your personnel file. Normally, I put something about needing to get my filing system up to date, but I think I may have missed the point when I have done that. Too much information. I never know what to put down. 411 Look Up 411.ca

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The Small Business Blog

APRIL 18, 2010

« How Working From Home Can Work For You Women In The Workplace » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Monday, April 19th, 2010 at 7:00 am and is filed under Business Checklists , SME-Blog. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! If you have additional tips, please share them in the comments section.

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The Small Business Blog

JUNE 8, 2010

People often stumble upon blog posts relating to information they were looking for and will then visit your products or services from there. In an age rich with information, constant regeneration of content is simply what we expect and it is what we have become used to. I now intend to start posting regular informative blogs.

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The Small Business Blog

MAY 30, 2010

informed and create regular dialogue with each of these interest groups. Keeping your staff informed of the overview of your business is a great way to give them ownership of their work and will help keep them motivated. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! Keep stakeholders (customers, staff, suppliers etc.)

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OCTOBER 13, 2007

» « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Sunday, October 14th, 2007 at 7:43 am and is filed under How to. I just wanted to say thanks you for writing and giving your knowledge to such an informative helpful blog. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! « The Week Ender: Do you see RED on Monday?

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The Small Business Blog

JANUARY 31, 2010

Turbocharge Your Sales » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Monday, February 1st, 2010 at 7:45 am and is filed under Business Checklists. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo! « Keeping Track and Keeping Up: Are You Focused? You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0

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JULY 13, 2010

For the latest information about SME Technology, follow me on Twitter or become a fan of WinWeb on Facebook. « Top 5 Priorities Before Starting a Business WinWeb Pitch of the Week – Uni Baggage » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Wednesday, July 14th, 2010 at 7:30 am and is filed under How to.

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OCTOBER 11, 2009

very informative entry! FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK ON THE IMAGE Subscribe To Posts Atom Posts Comments Atom Comments Subscribe to the blog here Search This Blog Loading. Too much information. jackal [link] October 12, 2009 Anonymoussaid. I just love your article!! Very educative!! Do you like what you do? 411 Look Up 411.ca

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JUNE 20, 2010

« WinWeb Pitch of the Week -Environmentally Friendly Solutions Be Positive and Be Successful » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Monday, June 21st, 2010 at 7:00 am and is filed under Business Checklists. If only more people would learn the value in such information. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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