Business is a non-stop rollercoaster ride of ups and downs and whale-sized problems that feel like searching the ocean one cup of water at a time for answers. That’s why so many of us in business work towards the end of the year with the promise to look at revitalizing our portfolios in the new year. Sound familiar? Well, surprise. January came and went without so much as a nod of recognition toward your plans - and because somebody somewhere forgot to give February a regular amount of days...

The most common listing on Airbnb is a homeowner who has an extra room in the house or a vacation home that they do not always frequent. For them, the motivation was to make use of the space and also earn a passive income on the side.  Now, if you are one among the lucky homeowners who happen to live in an area frequented by tourists, why should you settle for a little income? You could potentially quit your job and make this your primary source of revenue.  It is time you t...

Many business owners do not give a huge amount of consideration to the signage they use. It is one of those relatively minor things that just gets forgotten. Yet, as you will see it is actually quite important.  The style and type of signs you choose to buy from mydoorsign or other signage retailers’ websites can have quite an impact. Even, in some cases, on your bottom line. The role signage plays in your branding Your business signage is part of your brand. Everything you pu...

Singapore is well-known for being a major international trade and commerce hub. If you are seeking to expand your business to overseas markets and need a base of operations in the country, then it is worthwhile to spend some serious time thinking about an ideal location. With so many locations to choose from, however, it can be tricky to know where is best for your business. One great way of finding out which locations are best for the needs of your company is to look at where premium pr...

With today’s ability to connect and communicate with customers, it’s also true that people can become so inundated by businesses that they stop responding to any kind of contact. The success of any business depends on how the customers are treated and how they prefer to be contacted. Some businesses use almost nothing but email, and while email remains an effective tool, often the sender runs the risk of getting lost in a full inbox or even the spam filter. While there are some rare cust...

As long as people will have cars, they will need people to repair them. Starting a car repair business can be a great venture for any skilled mechanic who’s ready to go their own way. The competition in this sector is also very fierce, so unless you have a plan of action, determination, and knowledge, you might struggle to make it in this business. Here are a few tips for anyone trying to open their own garage. Property There are two ways that you can go about obtaining your premises....

Germany is the third largest importer and exporter in the world. It 2016, the value of its imports and exports stood at $1.05 trillion and $1.32 trillion, respectively. The country’s top export destinations include the U.S, France, the UK, the Netherlands, and China. Its top import origins include the Netherlands, France, Belgium, China, and Italy. Needless to say, considerable money flows in and out of the country for business purposes regularly. Give the significant volume of internati...

Today, countless Americans launch their own business each year, driven by the rise of the internet, and a growing number of new company opportunities. According to the Small Business Administration (SBA), the number of companies available to invest in grows every year. There are still plenty of opportunities out there to discover your own personal brand of success. However, before you can change the world with your product or service, you need to find a way that you can finance its init...

To the outside world, an ecommerce shop seems like a no-muss no-fuss way to make money online. Truth is, it comes with its own set of challenges, just like running a traditional brick and mortar store. And if you start off with the wrong infrastructure, your chances of success are greatly diminished. To make sure you choose the right ecommerce platform for your needs, think about these four aspects before choosing the one to operate with. Consider the Costs Every platform will have fe...

If you’re looking to start your first business, the biggest question on your mind is probably ‘how much will it all cost me?’ Very often, the journey to starting your own company begins with a great idea or an opportunity that can’t be passed up on. But, will you have enough to fund it? If not, where will you be able to get that funding from? Although it’s becoming easier and easier to start a small business without thousands of dollars in start-up capital, it’s a good idea to be aware ...