“No budget” marketing strategies
So many startups, so little money. No matter what size business you run you’ve got to make every…
A small business startup needs that work life balance
When we launched the entrepreneur forum in the StartupNation community pages on our website we did a whole…
Lunchtime: I’m in the sales pipeline for small business
A glimpse into the lunch hour of a typical customer: Here’s what happened in my world over the…
Inspiration
My mom died exactly 4 years ago today. She is the sweetest lady I have ever known. Now,…
Craig Newmark of craigslist just stopped in – are you ready for that unexpected meeting?
Here we are at StartupNation HQ, just doing our “normal” Friday morning stuff (well ok, there really is…
An advisory board for your business startup will make you smart
There are many things to pay attention to when you start a small business. The StartupNation 10 Steps…
StartupNation community fuels the best small business blogs
Ever looked into a mirrored reflection of a mirror? Pretty cool, huh? Until you really look. I mean…
Does integrity ever NOT matter when hiring (good) employees?
If we’re honest with ourselves, I think the answer to that question has to be … Apparently –…
Help your business startup today: Set goals
It’s good to have daily goals. They add up to support your weekly, monthly, annual & life goals.…
Best small business opportunities remember that we’re creatures of habit
I blogged about this 10 days ago but something caught my eye this afternoon that caused me to…
Networking, Russian style, to grow your sales pipeline
Just when you think you’re a pretty darned good networker, someone comes along and shows you how to…
Tax filing day is here – rejoice all ye small business owners!
I don’t know, maybe it’s because of the relief that comes over me once it’s all done. Maybe…
Life Plan in action: a “do what you love” podcast business
I am a subscriber to 5 podcasts: • StartupNation Radio • Entrepreneurial Tips with the Sloan Brothers •…
Sexy & new or dull & boring? – New businesses you can start
A Monday musing …. .… while some of my friends are at the Detroit Tigers home opener this…
Advice for starting a home business website
Jo lives at the Jersey shore. She has a service business focused mainly on seniors. It’s time for…
StartupNation community has spoken & keeps talking!
I’m speechless. The brand new beta version of the StartupNation community resource was released to our current community…
Brand new Entrepreneurial Tips podcast
I love podcasts. You only have to watch me walk around to figure that out. I used to…
Play Ball! Baseball’s opening day for small business entrepreneurs
I love baseball. You only have to glance at the photo on this blog to figure that out.…
MRI: inspiration for small business opportunities
My brain is magnetized today. Actually my whole body is – I had my very first MRI this…
Apple Computer trademark litigation: lesson for small business startups
Pay attention to the details when you’re starting your small business. It will pay off handsomely when you…