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5 Common Small Business Marketing Mistakes to Avoid

Up and Running

If you’re one of the 47% of small business owners who run marketing completely on their own, it’s likely this function is one of the many hats you wear. And chances are unless you’re running a marketing business yourself, you don’t have a professional marketing background. Common small business marketing mistakes to avoid.

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Managing Director vs. Director: Key Differentiators

Board Effect

In small businesses , owners and managers often assume multiple roles. Boards usually need a key officer to execute the company’s programs, policies and initiatives, so they hire an executive director to fill this role. Part of the job requires hiring, supervising and reviewing department managers, as well as motivating staff.

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How to Set Business Management Standards for Your Small Business

Up and Running

One of them is ignoring to set up proper business standards. Reasons why startups and small businesses fail. Many reasons contribute to why startups and small businesses fail. A business can differentiate itself from competitors with product quality. Start by hiring the right people for your business.

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How Small Business Owners And Entrepreneurs Can Succeed

Duct Tape Marketing

How Small Business Owners And Entrepreneurs Can Succeed written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. He’s also the author of Small Business Revolution: How Owners and Entrepreneurs Can Succeed. McCarthy, about how to quip your small business for dramatic growth and success in any environment.

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When Security Can Become Your Business Differentiator, Everybody Wins

YoungUpstarts

According to a study by Towergate Insurance, “… ninety-seven percent of smaller companies neglected to prioritize online security improvement for future business growth.” Even with a firewall and anti-virus program, these business are the most vulnerable to cyber attackers.

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The Benefits of Hiring A Virtual Assistant For Your Business Growth

Duct Tape Marketing

The Benefits of Hiring A Virtual Assistant For Your Business Growth written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing Marketing Podcast with Rob Levin In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interview Rob Levin. I want, I want virtual assistance for every business owner. So Rob, welcome to the show.

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Starting a Self Storage Business In Leesburg FL

The Startup Magazine

Another option is to provide commercial storage space for small businesses in need of extra inventory storage space or seasonal decorations. This can be a win-win situation as you generate additional revenue while helping small businesses meet their storage needs.