Hidden money in business is not about money laundering or any illegal practice; but rather, about the money that falls through the cracks that gets spent unnecessarily, or wasted within a company. Often, there is a hole that is filled with over priced or unnecessary supplies and people hours that aren't converting into sales. In part, this can occur when there is a lack of clear operational procedures or systems within a company. Streamlining...more
Change is one of the ways to move into a new realm of success. You could be stuck in a routine that is not working, that hasn't been working but is safe and familiar. By making some key changes in your business you could break through. One area that can change is your overall organization: by de-cluttering and streamlining your business. Is your business organized? Could it affect your level of success? Or is your business just organized in a...more
Author: Heather EagarWere you lucky enough to start your own business that had success for years, but now find yourself looking to step into corporate world at the executive level? There are a lot of entrepreneurs who have successfully made the transition, which is good news for you.However, there are some rules of thumb to keep in mind before shifting from your own business to an executive-level position and they have everything to do with writing your resume. So before you get started on your journey, take a look at the following resume tips ...Maintain a Tunnel Vision FocusOne of the main focal points of writing a resume that shows a shift from entrepreneurship to an executive position is using tunnel vision when writing. The fact that you've been an entrepreneur, believe it or not, will not be enough to prove that you are ready for an executive-level position. For example, if you were the sole proprietor of your business, you might have developed your company and attained a high level of success without really engaging in employee management or other critical areas of work experience.So as you write your executive resume, you want to spend time really looking at the position...more
Toronto, Canada - GAO Instruments (www.GAOInstruments.com ) has released its handheld super signal level meter which is favored by professionals in the CATV industry.It accurately tests analog channels, digital channels (QAM) and FM channels. The signal level meter supports CATV signal measurement, C/N measurement, return path measurement, auto...more
Author: Debbie Dragon The New Year is upon us and it's time to shake up your online marketing business. What do you have in store for 2010? Have you set some goals for your business or are you planning to just “wing it” for another year? Ask any successful entrepreneur the single most important task they do for their business and you'll...more
Investors will be interested in the financial return they can expect from your business. Many types of businesses only produce a significant financial return when they are sold, often because the business does not produce excess cash which can be paid out in dividends. It is appropriate for such a business to detail the owners exit strategy which shows investors of how they will reap the rewards of their stocks appreciation in value. What Makes a Business Sellable?A business has a higher likelihood of being bought if the resulting merged company is more valuable or profitable than the sum of the two companies when they are separate. If the products, services, customers, or operations methods of your business would complement and improve the acquiring company you stand a better chance of being bought. Your company is also more sellable if it has a basic business philosophy and culture which is compatible with the buyers. Unless the acquiring company would be buying only the intellectual property and other assets of your company, it is important that the human talent of your company can be merged with that of the buyer. Targeting Acquiring CompaniesJust as you discussed the target...more
In reading about business plans, you may have heard the phrase conservative projections repeated a few times. Any projections of future revenues and costs for a business require assumptions, because, as we know, the future is always uncertain....more
Your car dealership business plan should follow a standard business plan outline, offering few surprises in this regard. A few areas stand out as specific needs for a car dealer to persuade readers to invest in or lend to the company. ExperienceThe...more
When opening your hair salon, you probably already have ideas about the services your customers will want from what other salons are doing. However, simply basing your services on competitors can make you into an imitation and ignore opportunities to...more
When launching a salon business, plan carefully for the purchases and investments you'll have to make before you launch. These start-up costs, along with your pre-launch marketing and the working capital you need to cover cash flow shortfalls until...more
In any form of marketplace, wholesale Alfred Angelo wedding dresses distributers are greatly needed. The reason is that the wedding gown providers are valuable business partners for your bridal gown business. The providers who offer you quality and...more
Your menu of services is a keystone of your IT consulting business plan. To decide on this menu, you have to consider how deep your services will go into the companies you work with.The Big QuestionThe big, initial question which determines what kind...more