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I Run 3 Small Businesses—Here’s How I Do It All Without Compromising My Life

Buffer

Most entrepreneurs and small business owners are familiar with other people not understanding what the heck you do and why. I get questions not only from friends and family, but also from other business owners, especially when they learn my consulting business is successful enough that I’m turning away clients.

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5 Skills Your Marketing Consultant Must Have

B2B Marketing Traction

Marketing is changing fast, and the changes require new skills on the part of marketing consultants and other providers. I’ve heard about and observed many marketing “fails” in my years as a marketing professional in the software industry and as a marketing consultant at New Incite. Storytelling ability.

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5 Proven Strategies To Create More Opportunities For Small Businesses

BenchmarkONE

As small business owners, it’s always a good idea to look for more opportunities. So, despite creating a solid customer base for your business, new customers are integral for growth in the long run. For any small business to excel in the long run, it’s very important to create brand interest. Author Bio.

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Six Shortcuts to Grow Your Online Business Fast

Webbiquity

This person doesn’t need to be a CPA, but he or she needs to understand basic accounting concepts and use a small business accounting application. Hire a Compliance Consultant. For a small business, a lawsuit is a potential deathblow. This person will be in charge of collecting payments, paying bills.

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Interview with Robert Levin

Onalytica B2B

Rob has been nationally recognized for his small business journalism and leadership. He began his career as a “Big 6” CPA and has also held senior positions in several fast-growth entrepreneurial companies. I started my career as a Certified Public Accountant then CFO then CEO in a few different business.

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How to Get Found on The Web

BenchmarkONE

For example, if you’re selling consulting services, “consultant” and even “consulting services” may be too expensive. However, longer variations like “consulting services atlanta” or “small business consulting services” can bring the price down. Keep in mind that broader terms will be harder to own.

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How to Network to Your Next Client: 5 Dos, 5 Don’ts, 5 Great Examples

ClearVoice

But when it comes to your freelance business, *building it* is simply the first step. Surrounding yourself with the right people — a CPA, mentor, a loving partner or spouse. As a freelance “business,” it’s important to identify your top prospective clients so you know who to target for work.