Energy and Calm Vibes Now On-Demand

stressGood news for small business owners: there will soon be a quick fix to stress, lack of focus, and the need for a pot of coffee to get through the day.

The solution is Thync, a startup in Los Gatos, California that has developed a product allowing […]

By |November 6th, 2014|Sales and Marketing|Comments Off on Energy and Calm Vibes Now On-Demand

#298 Amit Kumar, Larry Dorie, Karl Ronn, Christopher Conner

Topics include starting an online store, how to make meetings more productive, how to re-focus your business on the future, and franchising.

Amit Kumar is the head of Yahoo Small Business. He has deep expertise in ecommerce and is here to help small businesses sell products online. He gives advice for what to consider when starting […]

By |November 4th, 2014|Small Business, Small Business Radio Show, Uncategorized|Comments Off on #298 Amit Kumar, Larry Dorie, Karl Ronn, Christopher Conner

How to Fake Being Smart

how to look smartAn article in The Atlantic recently suggested that there are certain habits and appearances that can make someone appear intelligent without having to speak a word.

Here is a list of their slightly ridiculous strategies for appearing more intelligent:

 

1. Wear glasses. Yes, people actually […]

By |October 30th, 2014|Small Business|Comments Off on How to Fake Being Smart

#297 Rosalinda Randall, Lindsey Pollak, Tracy Carlson, Richard Milam

Rosalinda Randall has been successfully improving workplace environments and relationships by spreading civility and sharing enthusiastic and insightful advice for more than 14 years. She is also the author of a new book called Don't Burp in the Boardroom. Rosalinda talks about the dangers of a casual workplace and gives recommendations for appropriate workplace manners and attire. Lindsey Pollak is a keynote speaker, corporate consultant and one of the country's leading experts on the Millennial Generation. She currently serves as an official Ambassador for LinkedIn and her new book is called BECOMING THE BOSS: News Rules for the Next Generation of Leaders. Lindsey sheds light on understanding the millennial mindset and how companies can better harness the power of millennials as employees. Tracy Carlson is a seasoned marketing strategist, speaker and advisor who helps companies develop brands that people care about and that inspire loyalty. She is the author of the book What Great Brands Know: Unleash Your Right-Brain Genius to Stand Out and Make Customers Care. Tracy discusses how knowing and appealing to both the left brain and right brain functions of consumers can lead to successful products and brands. Richard Milam is Founder and CEO of EnableSoft Incorporated, which is engaged in offering game changing software products and services to the financial services industry, healthcare and a dozen other markets. Richard shares how Foxtrot software can streamline data management and increase worker productivity. Sponsored by Sage and Nextiva.

By |October 28th, 2014|Business, Small Business Radio Show|Comments Off on #297 Rosalinda Randall, Lindsey Pollak, Tracy Carlson, Richard Milam

How to Set Your Price For Maximum Profit

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This post is one in a series of tips designed to help small business owners better-navigate the challenges of today’s startup environment and is sponsored by Canon MAXIFY – the printer lineup crafted to help small business owners increase productivity so that they can focus on […]

By |October 22nd, 2014|Small Business|Comments Off on How to Set Your Price For Maximum Profit