5 Things Your Small Business Should Automate

From email marketing to sales, automation has taken the world (and small businesses) by storm. Large, global companies aren’t the only ones reaping the benefits of setting up a process once and letting it work its magic.    Automating tasks – whether it’s in your personal or professional life – frees up time that was previously spent…

All too often, small business owners think that going through a “branding process” is only for national or global companies who have widespread recognition. However, even local businesses need brand consistency. And it should go beyond an eye-catching logo and professional-looking business cards.   Entrepreneur explains it like this:  “Your brand is the sum total of your customers’ perceptions,…

You’ve heard the age-old business saying, “You have to spend money to make money.” This is especially true in the beginning stages of getting your business off the ground. Are you trying to figure out where to begin when it comes to budgeting for your new business? The U.S. Small Business Association estimates that “microbusinesses”…

As a small business owner, accepting a credit card payment from your customers can make or break who does a transaction with you. Credit card processing can be tricky for companies of all sizes, but especially for small businesses. Here is a quick guide for small businesses accepting credit cards. Why Accepting Cards Is a…