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SEO Tips for Small Business

The Small Business Blog

Suppliers are a great one for this as they want to link out to all the great companies they supply to, so it’s a win, win. Other than a link and a mention, in the eyes of your customers this is great social proof and will likely make you much more credible, especially if it is a well-known supplier.

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The Biggest Secret of Stellar Copywriting

Men With Pens

Do you ever wonder why so many ads, web pages and emails sound the same? But, I was never initiated into the uber-secret-mad-men-esque clique known as “agency copywriters”. Then I met a copywriter who had worked in agencies for his entire career. And why is it that some copywriters get their content to sound so much better?

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5 tips for Sourcing Employee Training for Small Businesses

The Small Business Blog

Contact local development agencies – some may offer training programs Hire local teachers or consultants to run short training schedules. Julie Hodges Said on November 12th, 2009 at 9:38 pm Ask your local government agency if they conduct seminars or trainings for small businesses. Check their references first.

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Top 5 Tips for Finding Great Employees (cheaply!)

The Small Business Blog

Temp agencies are useful – look at them as being a trial period for potential employees. We may send you a confirmation email to check you are a real person We are sorry but any violation of the above rules will mean an automatic removal of your comment. Top 5 Tips for Finding Great Employees (cheaply!) Sponsors Advertise Here?

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Small Office Administration 101 | THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG

The Small Business Blog

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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What being a virtual assistant is like – for me

Denise Aday

I was asked by a fellow blogger a few months ago to do an interview by email. On behalf of my clients, I work with other VAs, as well as virtual assistance agencies both inside and outside the US. I become an important part of their business team, interacting with clients, colleagues, suppliers and even other family members.

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

The Small Business Blog

Email Basics For Every Small Business : Email is the most powerful business branding tool in your online marketing arsenal, providing you get the basics right. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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