The Small Business Blog

APRIL 8, 2008

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. The costs will vary greatly depending on your needs – machines that make neon signs for a bar will be more expensive than if you are making wooden estate agent signs.

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The Small Business Blog

JULY 20, 2010

People often say to me that their small business doesn’t have a website as it’s too complicated, takes up too much time or is too expensive. Small business owners need to consider ‘online’ an extension of their market place and learn to communicate well within that environment. It will help strengthen their business.

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The Small Business Blog

APRIL 1, 2008

Business environment and set-up cost: There is not much potential for international business because you will not be able to keep your prices competitive with foreign companies once you factor in shipping costs. The set-up cost for this business is one of the more expensive ones due to all the equipment that will be required.

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The Small Business Blog

MARCH 2, 2010

If a start-up funds the development of their company through internal cash flow and are cautious with expenses, the company can grow with low-risk to all those involved. As many of my readers will know I am passionate about working from home for many reasons; it benefits society, the family and the environment.

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Stephanie LH Calahan

DECEMBER 2, 2009

I relied on the Franklin Covey Planner for YEARS in the corporate environment long before Web 2.0; " "What animal best describes my lifestyle/personality and why?" Thanks to: Barbara Hemphill from North Carolina of Productive Environment Institute iPEPOnline.com or on Twitter: [link] 12. 

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