When budgets are tight, marketing might be the first expense you look to cut. Let me stop you right there. While traditional advertising methods are costly and hard to measure, small businesses have never had greater access to cost-effective, trackable marketing tools. But with so many digital tools available, how do you know where to start? Email and social…
There are a 101 different ways to advertise a handyman business. Some methods obviously work better than others (as you can see in my monthly reports), and some methods yield results 1, times what you put into them. In this article, I’m going to discuss some ideas that are a little outside of the box, but could just be those golden nuggets you’ve been searching…
Many women turn to home-based business so they can have more time to spend with their family. baby image by Olberto Mejia. from Fotolia.com Many women have found that running a home-based business not only can be financially rewarding, but can also leave them more time free to spend with their family. The range of home-based businesses is vast, and women are…
Which are the boom and which the bust industries in this economy? We all think we know a can’t-miss opportunity from a bad one when we see it. But can we? According to the SBA, an estimated 552, 600 businesses opened in 2009, the last year for which statistics are available; of these, half will close their doors in five years and two-thirds in 10 years. Some…
Do you love decorating but don’t want to bother with a degree in design? Go into decorating sales. Starting your own home decor business can be a fun and financially rewarding way to dabble in interior decorating. There are several do-it-from-home direct sales companies that focus on decorating and design. Starting with one of these companies can be a good way…
This is the second post in a series of articles that will detail the process of getting started in ecommerce. In the coming weeks we will be posting further in-depth articles on other aspects of finding and evaluating products to sell online. For the first post in this series, click here. Coming up with a great idea for a product to sell online will occasionally…
Ribs are only one product a barbecue catering company offers. Jupiterimages/Comstock/Getty Images If you love to cook and are thinking about starting a business, combine the two and start a small catering business. Catering doesn t always mean providing a lunch for 200 business people at a corporate event, or appetizers or a buffet for 100 guests at an anniversary…
If you are looking to for opportunities in the agriculture industry, the most profitable agricultural business ideas for young entrepreneurs are some of the best options to choose from! Traditional agriculture might not sound too appealing to the youngsters of today, but the modern agriculture has diversified into many areas which make for lucrative avenues that…
Related Articles The potentially lucrative health care industry can be a smart choice for a new business; however, just because you re doing business in the health industry doesn t guarantee success. You must have a product or service that differentiates you from the competition and attracts potential customers. A good place to start is determining a niche within…
For large brands with big marketing and advertising budgets, one or even several hundred dollars is just a drop in the monthly marketing budget. But for entrepreneurs and small business owners, every dollar counts – and investments need to pay off in real and immediate marketing ROI. But could a marketing strategy be executed with as little as $100? We think…
Gujarat is one of the leading industrialized states in India. Gujarat is considered the petroleum capital of India due to the presence of large refining capacity set up by private and public sector companies. According to the World Bank report, Gujarat ranks top in ease of doing business among Indian states. Gujarat’s Industrial Policy offers attractive incentives…
If you’ve been mulling over a few ideas for your very own small business, it’s time to make a move. Now that over one month of 2016 is already in the books, we’re giving you the green light you’ve been waiting for. With hard work, a stunning website and a killer marketing plan, you’ll be on the express train to entrepreneurial success in no time. Not sure which…
Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to celebrating and supporting small businesses across the nation. Shoppers may be eager to support small business and shop locally, but you won’t see these shoppers by sitting back and watching the show. In order to leverage the excitement of Small Business Saturday to facilitate your business goals, you have to promote…
I strongly suggest that would-be entrepreneurs do a business plan. As a result of completing the plan you will be much better prepared and know whether or not your business idea is feasible. Try the following article for a short-cut. However, I caution you on following a short-cut unless you have substantial experience or knowledge about your area. Proceed with…
Laying a business foundation with an aim to gain a strong foothold in the local market is an entrepreneur’s primary objective after which he/she shifts focus to expanding the brand internationally. The global economy has transformed vastly with time. Earlier, a micro, small and medium enterprise (MSME) took years to grow considerably in India and spread its roots…
In a recession, or in other times when the economy is lagging and jobs are being lost, most people consider it to be a very poor time to start thinking about starting a home business. However, tough economic times can also present great money making opportunities to those who prepare and are willing to take a chance on being successful. Starting a home business…
Credit: everytime/Shutterstock It s not easy to run a business with your spouse or significant other. But for couples who have built up a solid foundation and who know how to handle conflict with each other, small business ownership could be a step toward financial independence and even a stronger relationship. If you and your partner have made the decision to…
By Melinda F. Emerson, The SmallBizLady and bestselling author (Paid Contributor) Research the market. Search the Internet, visit libraries, and look at industry reports for information about costs, competition, and the size and viability of your target market. Also, if a real niche exists, chances are the media will be targeting it. Look for blogs, magazines…
We have analyzed good small business ideas which can be started with very low investment. 1) Recruitment firm: With the unemployment rate increasing, there is a large demand for the recruitment firm. Starting this small business would require very low investment. 2) Real estate consultant: With growing demand on real estate properties, starting a real estate…
There is no question that major socioeconomic and technological shifts have changed the game of business. Business is now forced to play by a different set of rules. Those rules, according to popular OPEN contributor Barry Moltz, are reminiscent of how things work in a small town. When every customer can now talk directly to each other, it’s like a small town,he…
Are you based in a small town or in the rural area or a village? Are you looking for best profitable small business opportunities in small towns and villages to start your own business? Read this post and explore the business ideas listed below and find the one which suits you most. Parameters of selecting a business idea in small town or village are different…
