Just a few months ago, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker revealed that the United States had reached a record for exporting in 2014—$2.35 trillion to be exact. And, perhaps better yet, this was the fifth year in a row that we’ve continued to raise the bar. [Source: U.S. Department of Commerce]. This may make you wonder whether you should be exporting your own goods … [Read more...]
There are many different ways to drive your business growth. You want your business to stand out, and you want to build a powerful brand that will leave an impression on potential client, whether you are a global company, an online enterprise, or a local business. Utilize Social Media One of the very best ways to market your business is through social media. Social media is a … [Read more...]
The process of immigration has seen a lot of changes over the decades, and with an ever-increasing number of countries closing up their borders and tightening up their selection processes, modern-day nomads find themselves in need of a more effective solution that will grant them a second, or even a third passport. In order to bypass the restrictions imposed by other … [Read more...]
Running a small business is no easy task. You’re constantly spinning plates, trying to develop and maintain a loyal customer base while still making money in the process. Luckily, 70 percent of small businesses last at least two years. To make sure your business is a part of this majority, here are a few steps you can take. Grow at the Right Rate Common sense says that the … [Read more...]
Any business owner can tell you that there are numerous challenges to growing a business and that how you manage them defines if your business is going to be successful or not. It's vital to detect and overcome these obstacles that come hand to hand with growth in order for your business to continue to thrive. With different stages of business expansion come different pitfalls … [Read more...]
Using social media has become essential in any marketing strategy today – it’s no longer just a trend. With millions of posts, photos, videos, and other content shared daily on social media, it’s amazing how much data and insight you can collect from consumers. Social media has enabled entrepreneurs to build closer relationships with customers and have real-time conversations … [Read more...]
When I first started my company, it was me in my living room, with a webcam and some beauty supplies. It has now grown into multimillion-dollar company, with a team of 14 women. Here are the top 5 tips that have helped me grow my business and become a better business owner: Hire Your First Employee Immediately I remember while running to the post office every day, thinking, … [Read more...]
There are countless ways to sink a business. Some of them are quite creative. But most are of the mundane variety. There are more ways to weaken and destroy a small business than there are ways to keep one going strong. Sometimes the key to keeping a business strong is to be familiar enough with what would weaken the business. Some of those common pitfalls include: … [Read more...]
Congratulations on your company’s success! It is always good news when a business is successful enough to warrant an expansion. And wouldn’t it be great if that expansion could go as smoothly as the decision to expand itself? We’re sure everybody reading this probably shouted “Yes!” as an answer to that question. Here’s some good news: expanding and moving your company can be a … [Read more...]
Businessing Magazine recently spoke with John Publicover, co-founder and CEO of Storedby. John turned down a full time position at a hedge fund after graduating from The University of Tampa with a degree in International Business and Finance to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams, and developed Storedby, an online marketplace where users can list and rent privately-owned, … [Read more...]
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