Monthly Archives: January 2013

Small business and the baked bean test

Smalls Shopping around for products and services, it is human nature to look for good value. Because an offering is cheap does not necessarily mean it is good value. It may be though, depending what you want, and if the … Continue reading

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Social media gaming and business reputation

I care about my business reputation. Of course it is up to you what you think about my tweets and my Facebook posts, but I can assure you they are all authentic and deliberate. Everything everywhere which is under my … Continue reading

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Lack of success and the blame game

Excuses It is easy to lay the blame for business failure at someone else’s door, but usually it is an excuse. Sometimes bystanders to a disaster blame other businesses. It is not so long ago that from the early hours … Continue reading

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Shouldn’t you part from your ungrateful customers?

Giving thanks We should always thank those who give us good service. It oils the wheels, makes them feel good towards us, and it is only polite. It is a question of respect, and most of us know this. Unfortunately … Continue reading

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The On Our Bikes guide to Windows 8 for small businesses

Windows 8 is here and still on a special introductory price that we didn’t see with Windows 7. There are all sorts of wizard devices that run Windows 8  and if you want to play with it and see what … Continue reading

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Job-seekers need to mind their Ps & Qs

I like LinkedIn. We can connect with all sorts of useful people with whom we can do business, and it is a very good reference for those seeking jobs. Life is tough in the job markets in North America and … Continue reading

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Kindness in business

It is part of some businesses to be kind, such as when you have lost a loved one. This is the last time I will talk about it, but everyone was so kind in guiding and helping is when we … Continue reading

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Is your business funny?

Joking apart So, is your business funny? Mine isn’t. It isn’t funny to clients whose businesses are struggling, and people do not like paying tax, so while clients might appreciate my help in reducing it they don’t fall about laughing … Continue reading

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