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NOVEMBER 30, 2009

Build your own network! 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. E-Mail me or follow me.

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DECEMBER 14, 2009

Build your own network! 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. Starting a Small Business?

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Build your own network! 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. E-Mail me or follow me.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2009

Build your own network! 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. E-Mail me or follow me.

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APRIL 29, 2008

Build your own network! 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. How to be successful and eco-friendly. Making your small business carbon neutral. Starting a Small Business?

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MAY 13, 2008

Build your own network! 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.

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MARCH 11, 2008

Build your own network! 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. Community for small business outsourcing and cost control.

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JANUARY 25, 2010

Build your own network! Keeping Track and Keeping Up: Are You Focused? 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! You ask a question, I answer!

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FEBRUARY 7, 2008

Build your own network! 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. Enhance Your Work-Life Balance Have it all your way – family, friends, work and most of all a life! — ST.

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APRIL 8, 2008

Build your own network! 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. The usual start-up costs apply to this business, including the cost to design and start running the website. E-Mail me or follow me.

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JANUARY 29, 2009

Build your own network! 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. What is Small Business Infrastructure? How to be successful by focusing on your core business.

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NOVEMBER 4, 2008

Build your own network! « 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. How to be successful and eco-friendly. — ST.

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AUGUST 7, 2007

Build your own network! 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. Community for small business outsourcing and cost control.

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MAY 20, 2008

Build your own network! Small Business Start-Up Idea – C.V. Writing Service by Stefan Töpfer on May 20, 2008 The competitive job market makes it important for applicants to have a résumé that stands out from the pile. The overall start-up cost will range from £1,500 to £2,500 (2,000- 3,000 EUR, 3,000-5,000 AUD/USD).

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APRIL 1, 2008

Build your own network! 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. Community for small business outsourcing and cost control.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2009

Build your own network! If the supplier knows you are ready to buy for the right price they will cut you a deal. Promise to buy from one supplier for better payment terms, like 60 or 90 days. Outsourcing Options For Small Business Focus on your business, timeshare professionals. What is Small Business Infrastructure? – ST.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2009

Build your own network! 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. E-Mail me or follow me.

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AUGUST 24, 2007

Build your own network! Cost Cutting for Small Business – Payment Terms by Stefan Töpfer on Aug 24, 2007 There are two ways to get better payment terms from your suppliers – make sure you know what the pricing is and negotiate the payment terms last, without warning. You ask a question, I answer! This is like a 24% p.a.

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AUGUST 24, 2007

Build your own network! Cost Cutting for Small Business – Payment Terms by Stefan Töpfer on Aug 24, 2007 There are two ways to get better payment terms from your suppliers – make sure you know what the pricing is and negotiate the payment terms last, without warning. You ask a question, I answer! This is like a 24% p.a.

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AUGUST 8, 2010

Build your own network! They all have to do their part by providing excellent customer service. Without exception, all of your staff need an in-depth knowledge of the product or service that you provide. Explaining it to potential customers should become second nature to them. Starting a Small Business?

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JULY 14, 2006

Build your own network! The aim of this part of the start up guides is to help you get over this initial hurdle, and by doing so save you money, failure to register within given time limits carries a fine. Ask me your small business questions, I will answer them ASAP. Community for small business outsourcing and cost control.

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JULY 27, 2006

Build your own network! 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. Also, when you buy such a system the up front costs can be expensive.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2010

Build your own network! Turbocharge Your Sales by Stefan Töpfer on Feb 03, 2010 With better economic conditions coming soon, there couldn’t be a better time to brush up on your sales skills. The recent downturn has made companies think twice about who they are dealing with and has made them potentially more likely to switch suppliers.

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MARCH 24, 2010

Build your own network! In summary: - SME’s can double claims for investment allowances during their first year of business, allowing claims of up £100,000 from taxable profits to be invested in to the business. - A cut in business rates for one year for SME’s – with up to 345,000 small businesses paying no rates at all. -

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JULY 23, 2010

Build your own network! who after seeing a problem came up with a business idea to help actuarial students gather all the information they need from one source. On-Demand Small Business Infrastructure™ allows you to run your business online. Outsourcing Options For Small Business Focus on your business, timeshare professionals.

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JULY 16, 2010

Build your own network! 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.

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MAY 30, 2010

Build your own network! Keep stakeholders (customers, staff, suppliers etc.) My post was aimed at the small owner run businesses which make up over 80% of all businesses and there is no plan to sell the business or doing anything else but to create a stable and reliable income long-term. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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MARCH 21, 2010

Build your own network! Make the necessary changes once you know exactly what your customers want. « Why Your Small Business Needs A SWOT Good Customer Service Can Go A Long Way » « Previous Entries This entry was posted on Monday, March 22nd, 2010 at 7:00 am and is filed under SME-Blog.

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MAY 18, 2010

Build your own network! by Stefan Töpfer on May 19, 2010 While we all hope to make our customers 100% happy all of the time, and this must of course be what we strive for, there will be occasions where a customer is less than happy with the service you have provided.

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JANUARY 24, 2010

Build your own network! Develop a network of mentors you can rely on for good advice. « Competitive Intelligence: Not Just For Big Business Keeping Track and Keeping Up: Are You Focused? E-Mail me or follow me. Community for small business outsourcing and cost control. What is Small Business Infrastructure?

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APRIL 22, 2010

Build your own network! I was lucky enough to catch up with Shama this week, and spoke to her about why she wrote the book, and what’s in it for small businesses. Companies like Java Social Networking can really give your company a presence online. How to be successful and eco-friendly. Making your small business carbon neutral.

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JUNE 29, 2010

Build your own network! The money that leaves a small business is often taken up with overheads that are necessary for the day to day running of the business. Shop around : Make sure you are getting the best deals from all you suppliers- right down to your electricity, broadband and gas bills. You ask a question, I answer!

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DECEMBER 18, 2009

Build your own network! Categories Announcements Balderdash Business Books Business Checklists Business Ideas Business Quotations Comments Customer Service Guest Blog How to … avoid growing pain be eco-friendly be successful bootstrap choose your office deal with taxes do a reality check do a SWOT plan do bookkeeping.

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JULY 13, 2010

Build your own network! A large amount of start-ups fail due to lack of research about the marketplace they are about to enter. Networking not only allows you to meet potential clients but you will also learn valuable lessons from people who are more experienced in the business world. start-up in business.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2009

Build your own network! Categories Announcements Balderdash Business Books Business Checklists Business Ideas Business Quotations Comments Customer Service Guest Blog How to … avoid growing pain be eco-friendly be successful bootstrap choose your office deal with taxes do a reality check do a SWOT plan do bookkeeping.

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Build your own network! Categories Announcements Balderdash Business Books Business Checklists Business Ideas Business Quotations Comments Customer Service Guest Blog How to … avoid growing pain be eco-friendly be successful bootstrap choose your office deal with taxes do a reality check do a SWOT plan do bookkeeping.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2009

Build your own network! Categories Announcements Balderdash Business Books Business Checklists Business Ideas Business Quotations Comments Customer Service Guest Blog How to … avoid growing pain be eco-friendly be successful bootstrap choose your office deal with taxes do a reality check do a SWOT plan do bookkeeping.

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