Small-Business

De-Ionization Decisions in Mobile Car Washing
Many mobile car wash operators would like to add de-ionized water to their cleaning process. However before you do this you need to understand the reality of the return on investment. Read more →
DEALING in NOTEBOOKS is Like a Dream Come True
The huge advantages of starting a business dealing in laptops are not always appreciated but consider the following points . . .Laptops/Notebooks are easy to store. Read more →
Dealing With a Crooked on the Take Government Worker
Many government department heads are on the take. Oh they?ll jump up and down and swear legitimacy, but it just is not so. Over one-third of Americans will lie to a small business owner to save $2. Read more →
Dealing With Contractors Teaches Valuable Lessons About Business
Earlier this year I was convinced by my loving wife and adoring kids that if I truly loved them I would have a swimming pool installed in our back yard. Read more →
Dealing With Emotions When Calling To Collect Your Money
When you are in business for yourself, it is not easy to make those collection calls. Emotions, both subtle and forceful can come into play, on both sides. Read more →
Dealing With Friends in Business: How to Get Paid
A reader of my weekly newsletter approached me with a question which is common to many small businesses. Here was his problem and how I thought he could tackle it. Read more →
Debit and ATM Card Advice for Small Businesses
Your business account comes with an ATM, Debit card. Pick a really secret pin number. Don?t give it to anyone even in an emergency. Make sure you record withdrawals. Read more →
Debt Collection "Cheat Sheet"
I have compiled 9 tips to remind you what can and can't be done when doing collections for your business, or a collection agency.Print this out and hang it in your office on the wall you stare at when you make collection calls. Read more →
Debt Collection Techniques
Here are some sound debt collection techniques that can be followed by businesses to mitigate the bad debt crisis:Sending a pre-collection letter. Hiring a collection agency. Read more →
Debt Management And Cash Flow: How Do You Encourage Timely Payment By Your Customers?
A constant that I find in business coaching is that many micro-businesses struggle with late payments. The general experience is that taking a non-paying customer to court is not only very unpleasant but it is also expensive, distracting and time-consuming. Read more →

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