It is important to create a good foundation for your business by writing a business plan, even if you are the only one who ever reads it. It will help to establish key areas of your business, set goals, and track your progress. Consider your business plan as a roadmap, a tool that will help...Continue reading
Category: Business Building
Naming your Business
What you name your business deserves some very careful thought and consideration since it is not only a reflection of your company, but of you as an individual as well. It should let people know a little something about you and your business even before they visit your website, read about your services, or have...Continue reading
Mission Statement
Having a mission statement for your business is completely optional. However, having a clear and concise statement of why you are in business and what you intend to achieve can speak volumes. It will not only help keep you motivated and on track (like a mantra), it will also give your existing and potential clients...Continue reading
Virtual Assistant Defined
A virtual assistant (VA) is a highly skilled and experienced freelance professional providing administrative support, as well as other specialized services, to businesses, entrepreneurs, executives, sales professionals, and others. VA’s are entrepreneurs and business owners in their own right, and work as independent contractors from their homes or personal offices. They possess an understanding of...Continue reading
Your Website – Choosing a Host
Remember this from the first post in this series…”section or’ home’ set aside somewhere (website host) for you to store all your website files.” The website host is that section or home where all your website files are kept so they can be visible to the outside world. It is also where you upload applications...Continue reading
Your Website – Choosing and Registering a Domain Name
You have decided that you just have to have a website, but where to start? Whether it will be used to promote your business, or share your favourite craft patterns or recipes with family and friends, the process and the requirements are all the same. You need a website address, you need it registered, and...Continue reading
Your Website
Your website is one of the most important aspects of your business, as this is where your clients learn about you and the services you offer, as well as how you can help them. It should be informative and inviting, pleasing to the eye, and go beyond being just an online brochure showcasing your talents....Continue reading
Fast & Easy Ways to Draw Traffic to Your Website
Plain and simple, website traffic is the key to profits for many businesses. And this is especially true if your business primarily operates on-line. The more traffic you have to your site, the higher your sales volumes, and the greater effect on your bottom line. We all know that there are times in any business...Continue reading
The changing face of business
The face of business is rapidly changing and is no longer confined to walls and geographical borders. As a result, companies are requiring more flexibility in their administrative staff to keep up with the global marketplace and its various time zones. Many business owners are opting out of the traditional brick and mortar existence but...Continue reading