As we all know, running a small business can be both challenging and rewarding. Most of us are in it for just these reasons but sometimes we get in over our heads when it comes to legal matters.
It may not seem quite fair to us but the complexities of running a small business are complicated by the legal requirements that stem from taxes, incorporation, employee management, workman’s compensation, OSHA, business licenses, local ordinances, etc. These legalities must be dealt with and they must conform to existing statutes. Otherwise, we might be headed down the path to failure.
Should We Protect Our Creative Stuff?
The Questions are getting louder and the possible solutions are many and some solutions are filled with venom.
Switching from MS Office to Star Office – Should You?
It’s no wonder that interest is increasing in alternatives to Microsoft.
Many of Microsoft’s loyal customers are scratching their heads over the new licensing plan that requires an annual fee from product users. In return for additional fees, customers have the opportunity to purchase support agreements at reduced rates. Not only are “purchasers” suddenly transformed into “subscribers,” but they must also commit to purchasing upgrades far in advance.
Does that seem fair? Quite a few Microsoft customers don’t think so. And it’s pretty clear why they don’t – not only do they need to purchase software, but now they have to pay to use it every year, and as a reward they get a discount on a service they more than likely don’t use anyway.
Everyone is an expert – who should you believe?
When I started my online business a year ago, I was absolutely overwhelmed by the number of web sites that offer advice. Everyone seemed to know how to make money on the Internet, which made it even harder to believe.
When Should You Ditch Your Affiliate Program?
How long should you promote an affiliate program before you make the decision that it just isn’t going to work for you?
Let’s face it, no matter how well a particular product may do on other websites, it just might not be right for yours. Statistics show that only a small percentage of affiliates for any given program actually make any money. What happens if you are one of those that falls into the category not making money? Is it time to take down the site and let the domain name registration expire?
Who Are You And Why Should I Care?
I recently dialed a wrong telephone number and heard the following recorded message:
“Hi. You’ve reached Mike and Kathy. Who are you and why do we care?”
Should You Write and Submit Articles To eZines?
Recent figures indicate that over 44 million people surfed the net in the past week and over 5 billion pages were viewed by those individuals. More than likely by the time you read this article, the figures will have increased. That should give you some indication as to whether or not your should write and submit articles to eZines. If you are eager to broaden your horizons by attracting new clientele, informative writing presented on a popular eZine is a must.
Should You Use Banners?
WHAT ARE BANNERS?
Are graphics or images used for advertising on the Internet, that you must be quite familiar with if you have been on the Internet for a while. At they capture your attention with their blinking animations and bright colors. But after a while, you start identifying them with ads, and stop paying them atention.
Should I Say Me or We?
Many of my clients are small businesses or home-based businesses. When we begin writing copy for a web site, brochure, etc. one question never fails to surface. “Should I say ‘Me’ or ‘We’ in my copy?”
Maybe Women Should Run the Web!
We all know that the idea of business on the web came on with a roar and now lies whimpering and licking its wounds in the safety of the shadows. Who was the enemy? Who or what was it that clawed and scraped the potential of online business so brutally that early enthusiasts are now seen as foolish, wild- eyed dreamers? What brought down an idea that was bigger and more powerful than a raging beast at full roar?