This article is the second in a series of four articles that will guide you on how you can start your own crafts business using the four Ps of Marketing - Product, Place, Price and Promotion.I hope you've had a good time brainstorming and researching ideas for your crafts products to sell. If you haven't, please read "Crafts Basics 1 - Product" and do the exercises and see what you can come up with today. In fact, if you keep doing them, you'll...more
Is Golf Tournament Sponsorship an Effective Form of Advertising?Probably the number one reason why most companies support a tournament is an affinity for the cause. But in addition to supporting a worthy cause, golf tournament sponsorship represents an opportunity for effective advertising. This article contains some anecdotal evidence to support this theory.At a golf tournament a while ago, I happened to be on the same foursome and share a cart...more
Top Reasons Why You should start an online storeby Caleb SpandowTwo years ago I began selling products on Trade me, New Zealands' version of Ebay. I was so proud of myself, finally I was an "entrepreneur". I had dreamt of being my own boss all my life and now I had my chance. I had always assumned that all it would take to be successful on Trademe is to find a cheap product and sell it for a high mark up. Unfortunately for me this was only half the battle. 1. Problems facedThere were a number of things I had failed to take into account such as competition, trademe fees, people been reluctant to buy from me due to the amount of scammers around, no returning customers and I had no real asset to show for my hard work. 2. Benefits of starting an online storeFortunately for me a friend showed me the advantages of starting a webstore and that is when my project became a business. By having a web store I was able to drive traffic from trademe to my webstore . Almost eliminating Trademe fees. This meant that I was able to spend more money on other areas of my business, all I needed to do was put up a convincing auction. My sales almost quadrupled since people could see I was a...more
Sometimes it can be said that the best H.R. Human Resources staff are not the highly trained and most certified staff but a simple down to earth grandfather type management or supervisory member of the company or organization.You may well have run into such an individual in your career and travels. No real formal training, other than real world...more
Purchasing a business phone system can be difficult, especially if you are unfamiliar with your current business phone system and with what your available options are. Familiarizing yourself with modern business phone systems can yield big dividends when it comes time to upgrade, expand or replace your current system. You will obviously need to...more
It is common knowledge that land in Singapore is scare. Despite this, the island city has progressed in every imaginable field and stand tall among with the rest of the first world countries with a very respectable economy. It is a stable and peaceful country with many sound businesses experiencing growth. They employ some of the best technologies and services including the popular virtual office Singapore.This virtual environment more that makes up for the lack of beautiful and lush sceneries since land and property in Singapore is a heavy price to pay. This is in line with the state of global economy which has seen more Internet and home based business as well as freelancers joining the fray and use these form of services ad features.Since rent and property is sky high in Singapore, it is only sensible and feasible to build and based businesses virtually. All you have to do is take a look around the island city and you are bound to come across businesses and companies using these said services. These include both local and foreign-based entrepreneurs. It allows for flexibility in the budget as well as services. In addition, such services are easily customizable based on your...more
Serviced Office DefinedThe popularity of semi-serviced and serviced office has gone through the roof over the recent years as more companies and organizations turn to adapt this revolutionary feature. This article is perfect for all those intending...more
The nature of shopping is one where stores want to do whatever they can to entice you into their location and spend money. They will not only do this by offering great products, but they will strive to sell them at prices which beat out all of their...more
With Internet home based business industry going through a major revolution, there is no knowing who will be the next owner of such a business. In addition, with technology such as the virtual office, you could easily set up your business and start...more
If you are among the many working from a home based business, it could be quite a challenge to compete with other bigger and well-established businesses especially with your limited budget. You are unable to impress prospects and clients with a...more
Emotions help you create reality. When you believe in something, love and cherish it, you can create it more freely. You have the power to manifest anything your heart desires! If there is anything you want to create more of, focus upon it. Whatever...more
Whether you are thinking of renting or buying in Milwaukee, you should consider Milwaukee condos. The cost of Milwaukee condos are lower than ever and can give you a chance to live in this city in Wisconsin for a lot less than you expect. One of...more