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Reducing Overheads Can Save A Business | THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG

The Small Business Blog

Shop around : Make sure you are getting the best deals from all you suppliers- right down to your electricity, broadband and gas bills. 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.

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Small Business Checklist: Business Process Outsourcing | THE SMALL.

The Small Business Blog

This will allow you to stay in close touch with your supplier, and get real time up-dates and feed-back – there are other benefits too. Don’t shun new service providers, check their CV, remember you may get a good deal and it is good to be one of the first customers. You want good service, pay on time.

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New Small Business Startup Idea: Virtual Import/Export Assistant.

The Small Business Blog

To do that you can offer your services to ten or twenty businesses, each paying you a retainer of about $200 – 400/£100 – 200, this makes it affordable for them and low risk, while presenting them with sales opportunities. Get your suppliers to advertise in it!

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