Self Serve Car Washes in the United States
In the 2003 Auto Laundry News Survey it was determined that only 10% of the Coin-op Car Washes had a web site. So if you are doing lots of individual research on car washes that are self serve, do not expect to find a lot of data on the Internet.... Read More
Get Out Of The Rut And Back On the Track
Do you sometimes find yourself just going "through the motions" of your business from day to day? Has the excitement gone out of your daily routine?What happened? Remember way back when you began doing this? You were excited and enthusiastic about what you were going to do. What went wrong?... Read More
Do You Want Your Own Fully Programmable ERP? - Part 2
In the first article we mentioned the main characteristics that should have a software to be used as a Front-End with some functions of an Enterprise Resources Planning ERP:ODBC,Replication,Computed Views,Integrated e-Mail,and we used the Lotus Notes example, but in principle will be possible to use other softwares with similar functions.Now... Read More
The Triple A Way to Spark Your Companys Profits
Winning small and home based businesses today must continually shake things up to stay in the game. Whether it's adding new marketing twists on existing products and services or anticipating customer wants with compatible new items you can add to your product mix, hatching new ideas and concepts is vital... Read More
Retail Customer Opportunities for Pressure Washing Companies
Pressure washing companies must look for customers in the retail industry to make sure they stay busy. Large Box Stores and Grocery Stores are often you best customers in that regard. Cleaning concrete or doing "flat work" makes sense for a number of reasons, 1.) It is not labor intensive... Read More
Why is My Restaurant Not Full Every Monday Night?
In a quest for customers and to keep those customers, restaurants are now compelled to develop a marketing plan. Marketing plans are a crucial component for anyone who has the desire to make their restaurant a success.Marketing plans are a crucial component for anyone who has the desire to make... Read More
Comparing Boston Area for a mobile car wash business
The Boston suburbs seem to be rich with possible locations to wash cars and a mobile car wash would be well served in that market. The customers have good jobs, high paying salaries and indeed demand such personal car washing services. They desire these services at home and at work.... Read More
10 Best Practices to Consider as Your SBIR Negotations Approach Contract Signature
10 Best Practices to consider as your SBIR negotiations approach contract signature:1. Draft your confirmation of negotiations, be sure to memorialize that this is an SBIR type contract along with the applicable data rights and SBIR related terms and conditions.2. Firm up the actual start date. There is not time... Read More
Finding the Right Virtual Assistant for Your Small Business
Articles abound advising the business community how to properly screen when looking for a Virtual Assistant (VA). Unfortunately, some of the advice may lead you astray, as it often ignores the fact that VAs are not employees but independent contractors providing professional business to business (B2B) services.For example, I have... Read More
Why Small Businesses Need Both A Logo And An Identity System
Experts urge small business owners to "brand" their business ? to use a logo and a set of consistent marketing materials. But, they rarely go into the reasons behind this advice. Here's a list of some of the benefits to having a professionally designed logo and marketing package:Not to look... Read More
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Small Business Security No Passing Fad
How careful are you with the data you collect from... Read More
Look Out for that Great Accountant
There are many factors to be considered when you are... Read More
Beginning an Internship Program
CONSIDERATIONS FOR YOUR INTERN: Specify the number of hours the... Read More
4 Areas Where Your Business is Losing Money
In my 18 years of consulting I have heard it... Read More
Do You Really Need a Toll-Free Number for Your Business?
Do You Really Need a Toll-Free Number for Your Business?... Read More
Effectively Completing the Operations Plan Section of Your Business Plan
The Operations Plan is a critical component of any business... Read More
Small Business Newsletter Dilemma: Which Day Do I Send?
If you're just ramping up your small business email newsletter,... Read More
SBIR vs STTR
SBIR vs. STTR: If you are participating in the SBIR... Read More
What is your Motto?
Company mottos can easily be printed on a business card.Sometimes... Read More
3.5 Million People And A Possible UK Home Business Opportunity
Has this ever happened to you... 'John, you have a... Read More
Write An Effective Job Proposal
I am simply amazed at the problems some of my... Read More
Designing a Franchise Training Program
If you intend to franchise your company you will need... Read More
Are You Really the Boss in Your Own Business?
I recently met with a very successful magazine publisher who... Read More
A Small Business Consultant Can Help in Many Ways... But One Thing He Can?t Provide
A consultant must remember that the business belongs to the... Read More
11 Things Small Business Owners Can Learn From Punxsutawney Phil
1. Look Over Your Shoulder ? Of course, Punxsutawney Phil... Read More
Be Prepared When Business Investors Look Beyond Your Business Plan
You have spent considerable time pulling your business plan together,... Read More
Simple Business Tactics Are Your Key To Success
In a world full of complications sometimes we overlook the... Read More
You Dont Yet Know What You Dont Know
Someone new to business ownership recently told me, "Before I... Read More
Genius Time? It Matters
I frequently give presentations at small business gatherings, providing me... Read More
What Is YOUR Value Proposition?
Every company has a value proposition. That is a statement... Read More
How To Write A Business Plan
Writing a business plan is a fundamental step to ensuring... Read More
Small Business Survival
In today's economic climate, the first priority for the small... Read More
Why are Reverse Mergers Often the Victims of Short Sellers?
There is a great deal of abuse going on in... Read More
Routine Maintenance of High Pressure Hot Water Motors
If you run a pressure washer business you need complete... Read More
How To Cut Expenses And Manage Your Business
If you own a small business, you should know that... Read More
When and Why YOU Are the Best Writer for Your Business Plan
WHEN you are operating or planning a small business that... Read More
Dispute Resolution; Competing With Other Franchisees
If you are in a franchise and have a territory... Read More
10 Filler Activities for the Summer Business Slowdown
Summer is a time for the outdoors, for that well-deserved... Read More
Pressure Washing Market Niche
Those who are in the pressure washer business should not... Read More
How to Achieve Real Success in Business: Five Breezy Tips
Achieving real success should be the goal of any good... Read More
Web Based CRM Systems: Get Mobile; Get Results
Everyday more web based companies enter the business scene. The... Read More
Community Relations Strategy for Small Business
Does your company have a community relation strategy? Have you... Read More
Small Business Marketing Series ? Choosing a Niche Market
Many smaller businesses choose niche markets for various reasons and... Read More
Tips and Tricks for Legal Debt Collections
If a customer owes your local business money, it's hard... Read More
Why Does a Business Fail and What Can You Do to Stop It?
I believe the number one reason why a business will... Read More
Government Does Not Pay Its Bills on Time
Many small companies work very hard to get new accounts.... Read More
Breaking The Chains!
Everyday, customers and business owners are bombarded with billboards, logos,... Read More
What are the COSTS Associated with joining Leads Groups?
When it comes to cost, how much can you afford... Read More
Presentations and Sales Automotive Detailers
Many auto detailers fall short in their sales presentations. I... Read More
The Advisory Board: A Business Owners Most Valuable Resource
As a company grows, the owner's role begins to change.... Read More
Window Cleaning Business Case Study
How do window cleaning franchise businesses start? It is a... Read More
Build Credibility, Value, and Trust on a Shoestring
Setting priorities in your business? Your first job is to... Read More
Forming a Corporation ? Investors
You've come up with the best idea since sliced bread,... Read More
Business Owner--Educate Thyself!
Remember the training programs, seminars, and workshops you had to... Read More
How to Effectively Design Your Business Image
In many industries, image is one of the last things... Read More
Small Business Success Tip: Learn Something New Everyday
Your grandfather probably told you to "learn something new everyday".... Read More
Make Your Business More Profitable
More sales and more profit. Isn't that what you want... Read More
Starting is the Hardest Part
You can't imagine how many people ask me how I... Read More
Keep TRACK of your Business Relationships and Gain Profits
How do you know when an alliance needs to be... Read More
How to Make Your Business Image Stand Out Above The Crowd
Traditional advertising methods are still being used for almost 90%... Read More
The Number of Pages in the UFOC in Franchising is Still Growing Today
Today required franchise disclosure documents are over 200 pages generally.... Read More
Direct Mail - For Small Businesses
We hear a lot of talk about junk mail nowadays.... Read More
The Triple A Way to Spark Your Companys Profits
Winning small and home based businesses today must continually shake... Read More
Its Spring - Time For A Compensation Program Tune Up
Now that winter has passed, the annual ritual of spring... Read More
Going Public: The Process for Small and Mid-size Companies to Go Public
It's the dream of every person who starts a business... Read More
Your Babys Ugly..and Youve Got Bad Breath
I've got good news and bad news. The good news... Read More
Competition Relations in Auto Detailing
There is significant competition in auto detailing and car washing.... Read More
The Business Autopsy: A Fact Of Life
Last week we discussed the importance of performing an autopsy... Read More
WARNING to Home Based and Small Business Who Want to Buy Television Cable Advertising
Most small businesses will not even try to advertise on... Read More
How To Plant Seeds of Success With Small Business Ideas
Think of all of your business ideas as tiny seeds... Read More
Proper Care and Feeding of the Business Owner
That sizzling sound you're hearing may be a symptom of... Read More
How to Give Informative Talks
Why should you do informative talks to smaller groups?Informative talks... Read More
Predicting Business Retirement Satisfaction for Business Owners
Most business owners do not think of selling their companies... Read More
Site Selection - Slice of Life, A Car Wash and Detail Center DownTown
There is a continual trend we are seeing which I... Read More
Common Mistakes When Planning Your Medical Spa
Everything starts with a business plan: If you don't have... Read More
Small Business Opportunities And The Tens
You may find this Newsletter a little long winded but... Read More
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