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Not All Stories Have Happy Endings—For This Entrepreneur, It Was Still Worth It

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I want others to know that depression does not define who you are, and there are a lot of tools to help cope, heal and grow from it.”. Deer and her team went into global research and development mode seeking suppliers. This rendered the company unable to produce its signature fabric because no other mills in the U.S.

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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 ! Tools like Basecamp, WebEx, Skype, etc. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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Finding Your Feet In The Business World

The Small Business Blog

Finding your feet in the business world can seem intimidating and daunting, but with the right support from people who have been there before, and from family and friends, can certainly give you the tools to take your business forward at the right pace, for you. I look forward to connecting with you! Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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Top 5 Tips for Learning More About Your Customers

The Small Business Blog

You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Evans Said on March 30th, 2010 at 9:49 pm Good points stefan, I believe good customer services is the key to survive in today’s economy. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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WinWeb's Free Accounting Software For Every Small Business. | THE.

The Small Business Blog

online financial tools Said on November 27th, 2008 at 8:03 am Nice Offers. But I used quickbook’s Online Accounting tool. WinWeb’s Free Accounting Software For Every Small Business. It’s great Software for me. It easy to used and Also It’s fast to access. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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The Zen of Social Media Marketing

The Small Business Blog

VB, Stefan Massy Said on April 23rd, 2010 at 6:13 pm Social media can be a great tool in your business, if you know how to use it as a benefit, and not as a distraction. Stefan Töpfer Said on April 23rd, 2010 at 6:22 pm Agreed, social media is a business tool, but can become a distraction if no discipline is exercised.

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Small Business Start-Up Idea – Weight Loss Consultation | THE.

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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. It will be free to access and as such should be seen as one of your major promotional tools. Digg Furl Netscape Yahoo!

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