YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 9, 2011

Despite all the negativity we hear in the press about the sad state of the economy these days, the latest Citibank small business survey shows that the majority of small business owners believe they are poised to grow or are already in growth mode. says Raj Seshadri, Head of Small Business Banking at Citibank.

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YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

Small business sentiment on the economy this year remains skeptical, according to a new survey of 600 small businesses by Alibaba.com , Vendio and Auctiva. 92-percent of those surveyed have 1 to 5 employees, with 82-percent having revenues of %50,000 or under in 2012. Issues affecting small businesses in 2013.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 28, 2013

Online marketplaces have become de-facto targeted marketing centers for small businesses. After all, the small business economy in the United States has extensive purchasing power. Steve Apfelberg joined TriNet in November 2012 as the Vice President of Marketing. Others online marketplace small business'

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 9, 2013

We are just days away from the tax deadline and for small business owners, it’s not just a matter of filing properly, they are also working to make sure they are working all of the tax codes to their advantages. However, there are some simple and timely tips that can help out any small business owner in this tax-time crunch!

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 9, 2012

These small business are each a shining example of the power of free enterprise and the opportunities it can create for America’s doers and dreamers. Chamber of Commerce has announced the seven regional finalists for the DREAM BIG Small Business of the Year Award 2012. – Thomas J. Donohue, U.S.

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 10, 2012

Already in its 23rd edition, CommunicAsia 2012 will feature key and emerging technologies from FTTx, LTE, mobile broadband, mobile commerce and innovations, next generation services, satellite communications, smartphones and other devices. Creative Content Production Conference at BroadcastAsia 2012.

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YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 30, 2011

With the continued explosion of Apple’s iPad and other tablets in 2011, 2012 will see an expanded focus on tablet commerce. To keep up with large online retailers in 2012, small businesses will be upping their game in the website design department. by Alex Schmelkin, co-founder and president, Alexander Interactive.

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YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

Despite the slew of natural disasters that’s hit continental United States in recent months such as Hurricane Sandy and the winter storm Nemo, small businesses continue to lack a business preparedness or recovery plan in case they’re affected. Here’s the information represented in an infographic:

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YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 14, 2012

As small businesses increasingly look towards mobile applications as a marketing strategy to reach their customers, the question some of them are asking is this: Is it better to go with a native application (i.e. He argues that deploying mobile web applications may be better value for small businesses.

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YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 28, 2014

Prospective business owners must make a myriad of choices before even opening up shop. One of the most important is where to locate the business. The United States is not uniform in its friendliness toward small businesses, and some states make operating a business easier than others.

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YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 12, 2012

Brother International Corporation just launched a US$25,000 small business grant program together with entrepreneurial online resource StartupNation , offering five grant packages of $5,000 each to small business owners who can convince them how the grant money can help them start their own business, or grow a current one.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 9, 2012

And each of them – from both parties and from every part of the country – trips over the others in their expressions of love for small business. If they really mean what they say, shouldn’t they be listening to what the people who actually run small businesses have to say about job creation?

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YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 10, 2012

Be it from being more engaged and active in the social media landscape, especially on Google+ to focusing a larger effort on mobile and local marketing, there are many ways small businesses can increase their overall digital marketing and SEO strategies with little or no additional cost.

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 7, 2014

For small businesses, printing stickers can be a very expensive affair. You really only had three options : to outsource to a professional printer to get the job done, buy and use sticker labels for your existing printer, or buy a small stationery label printing machine to use. Printing and Resolution.

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 18, 2013

How big are small businesses in Asia? Did you know, for example, that in Asia small and medium enterprises (SMEs) contribute between 25% to 60% percent to a country’s gross domestic product (GDP), constitute 16% to 69% of its exports, and employ between 52% to 97% of its workforce? Apparently, very very big.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 14, 2013

If you’re a small business achingly stuck with an outdated IT infrastructure that’s hindering your opportunities for growth, you may be in luck. Events & Happenings contest hardware Microsoft small business software' The Get2Modern SME IT Makeover Contest ends on 15 June 2013.

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YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 11, 2012

In other words, it’s been a typical year in the life of a small business owner, and, suddenly, December is here, and 2013 is right around the corner. With a little focused thought, the last month of 2012 can also be the most valuable one. Sometimes the business world pauses to catch its breath in December.

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YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 21, 2012

There are many issues that keep entrepreneurs and small business owners up at night, but amongst the most pressing must be financial ones. The recently released Small Business Barometer from Western Union Small Business Payments gives us an interesting insight into financial matters faced by small businesses.

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YoungUpstarts

JULY 28, 2015

As a small business owner, you have a lot on your plate. You’re managing your business’ value in the marketplace on a daily basis while at the same time striving to maintain superior customer service and employee satisfaction. Effective communication plays a critical role in managing the time of employees at any small business.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

of small businesses say they will hire in the next six months as compared to 38.1% This increased business sentiment spells good news for job seekers in an economy that has seen massive job losses and poor jobs growth in recent times. Access To Capital Key Reason Why Small Businesses Not Able To Hire.

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YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

Whether it’s access to a proven business model, the expertise and resources needed to achieve sustainable growth, or simply wanting a team of support, franchising has become an increasingly attractive option for small business owners who are looking to take their businesses to the next level. Brandon Moxam joined U.S.

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 2, 2016

The spike in activity is a concern for anyone positioned within the storms’ potential landfall regions, but it’s especially alarming for small businesses whose operations and reputation could be severely damaged in the wake of such a disaster.

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YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 23, 2014

Spending money and time on advertising efforts can weigh heavily on a small business owner. Yes, entrepreneurs are often creative, but starting a business, hiring staff, training staff, and growing a clientele leaves little time for developing and executing marketing plans. Lawns branding development since 2012.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 8, 2012

Many of the loans currently being made are going out to businesses of all sizes, including small businesses that are in a position to boost growth in the economy. Following a boost in holiday retail sales, the service industry has experienced a fast pace of growth in late 2011 and early 2012. Manufacturing.

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YoungUpstarts

JUNE 27, 2012

Most entrepreneurs truly love what they’re doing, according to the most recent 2012 Small Business Report by Wave Accounting. 15-percent of small business owners said they launched their ventures after finding themselves unemployed and unable to work. Government small businesses incentives have not worked.

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YoungUpstarts

JULY 1, 2014

billion has been raised through crowdfunding in 2014 to date, twice the amount raised for the whole of 2012 since the SEC relaxed its ban on general solicitation. How big is crowdfunding now? Research estimates $5.1

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

Singapore is considered to be one of the easiest and best places in the world to start a business – in fact, Singapore ranks just behind the United States, in having the highest level of total entrepreneurial activity among 25 selected economies globally, according to the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor 2012 Singapore Report.

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YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 20, 2014

It’s a massive shift in the way we think about commerce, one that is made possible thanks to platform businesses — the online marketplaces, small business cloud-based companies and crowdfunding sites out there. Between 2002 and 2012, enterprises with over 1000 employees lost over a 1 million employees.

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YoungUpstarts

MARCH 6, 2013

Highlights from the report: - A whopping 70% of small businesses – and 61% of large companies – expect their business performance to improve in 2013. Companies are planning to invest in new talent to grow their business with 15% more companies planning to hire in 2013 than in 2012. -

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YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 5, 2016

So the take away for small business is BE THE REAL DEAL. Bruce’s adaptable Breakthrough Strategic Business Planning methodology has been specifically designed for small-to-mid-sized companies and is especially valuable for family company challenges. She walks her talk and has clearly built a following and a reputation.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 10, 2012

More small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are leveraging on social media in their business today, according to the SMB Group’s latest report, the 2012 Small and Medium Social Business Study.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 27, 2013

From 2010 to 2012, the percentage of Americans following brands on social media jumped from 16 percent to 33 percent. Read on to discover how to foster these bonds and brand your business online: Make Facebook Part of Your Sales Staff. In 2012, that number jumped to 47 percent. by DJ Miller.

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 15, 2019

Between 2012 and 2017, the number of craft breweries in the US increased from 2,420 to 6,266 – an increase of 159%! Starting a brewing business is hard work. Here are 5 of the 9 steps you’ll need to know to start your own brewery business. Choose a business model. by Katie Lundin of crowdspring. But we’re here to help.

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YoungUpstarts

JULY 10, 2012

If you’re a small or medium business owner, VISA has reintroduced its Commercial Offers Program for 2012. Now in its fifth year, the VISA Commercial Offers Program provides small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) with a suite of special privileges designed to reward business owners and help their bottom line.

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YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 13, 2018

However, there are some online marketing trends worth considering as you evaluate what tactics will grow your business. The growing importance of personal branding to business branding. Especially for small businesses, putting a real, human face to a business name helps build loyalty.

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YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 20, 2016

in 2012, its first step was gauging the local market’s wants and needs. In December 2012, the Council of the District of Columbia and the mayor shut down the District of Columbia Taxicab Commission’s efforts to block Uber. Small business success metrics must be defined by more than numbers pulled from the sky.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 13, 2013

According to the latest 2013 Norton Report by Symantec, the number of online adults who have experienced cybercrime has decreased from 48 percent in 2012 to 37 percent this year, but the average loss per victim has skyrocketed by 75% at S$1,448 from S$826 in 2012.

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