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Having been an entrepreneur for a number of years I have frequently shared my experiences with a number of clients and collegues, sometimes to teach a point and sometimes to simply learn something new.

Do you own a website that you’d like to see at the number 1 spot in Google? Have you heard people talking about how easy and effective article marketing is, and are you wondering - “What’s it all about, how do I get started, and what can I expect?” If so, you’re in the right place, because I’m about to give you an introductory guide to article marketing to help you get started.

In addition to all major search engines, you should also try to get listed in local search engines and directories. This could really help you in getting a better position in the search engines.

Unless you have been living on the Moon for the last 2 years, you will have heard of Twitter. It is mentioned on the TV, on the radio and now in the world of business! In fact it seems you can't escape Twitter at the moment. So what's Twitter all about and can it help a business?

Data is at the heart of every business, but is your company’s data secure? The implications of data loss are significant; from lost business and damage to your reputation, to fines or even prison

Historically graduates and SMEs have not always been attracted to each other. SMEs lack the ‘perceived’ opportunities of blue-chip companies, while graduates can be seen as lacking in practical experience. However some SMEs are wising up to the fact that graduates have the potential to be a huge asset

You have spent a great deal of time and effort developing an article or feature and the next stage is to sell-in to a journalist and persuade them that it would be perfect for their publication. How many people though fall at the very last hurdle?

It seems everyone wants to take payments online, and why not? Taking payments online can be a dream in terms of optimising your business processes. No more chasing customers for cheques, postal orders or cash!

Relationship management becomes more important as you assume more professional responsibility. You need skills to build bonds, inspire, influence and develop others. All the while you need to be open to change, manage conflict and establish teamwork.

Anyone starting out in the world of online auctions is likely to ask the question, what sells well on eBay? An answer such as electronics, media and designer clothing may sound useful, but in actuality the best product for a person to sell is completely unique to that person. In the course of the next few hundred words you will discover how to identify an area in which you could sell, and whether that area will be profitable.

How can you earn respect from business peers, increase sales and boost team morale all in one go? One way is by winning an industry award. There’s no question that it requires an investment of time, but if you believe your company is a potential winner, then the rewards really are significant.

While slow economic recovery comes as welcome news for many small businesses that have seen tough times of late, the news is no surprise to some. West Midlands ICT businesses have been continuing to blaze a trail even during a recession that has rocked the globe.

How often do we judge each other on our communication? And yet how often are we ourselves guilty of making the most basic grammatical mistakes?

The credit crunch has had a significant impact on the commercial property sector and the hotel market has to find new ways of meeting its bed expansion programme as traditional forms of funding become increasingly difficult. Shaun Baugh director of national property and construction consultants Wakemans looks at the opportunities presented by re-branding and converting existing hotels that are under-performing or falling into distress.

The automotive industry is feeling the brunt of the recession and has had a lot of negative publicity because of financing problems and the recent tragic accidents. Michael Meakin, a partner at chartered accountants Clement Keys who specialises in motorsport and Sharon Quaife-Hobbs, sales and marketing director of RT Quaife Engineering Ltd, a world leader in the design, development and engineering of automotive parts, agree that whilst this is creating difficulties for the sport, the automotive industry behind the sport is still strong. Their view is that the outlook is positive because of the UK’s reputation for excellence and the benefits that a weaker pound brings to manufactures who export internationally.

Cabinet Member for Equalities and Human Resources, Councillor Alan Rudge explains why it is so important to engage with local community partners and drive forward the Community Cohesion agenda.

What is PR? Coverage in a local or national newspaper? An article in a trade journal? Perhaps an interview on local radio about a new product or service? It’s certainly all of these things but also so much more. Public Relations is the management of your company’s reputation. It’s used to gain trust and understanding between your business and your customers, employees and stakeholders. Essentially, it’s what you do, what you say, and – even more importantly – what other people say about you.

Richard L. Daft one of the country's (USA) recognized academic leadership experts raises the question, "What kind of people can lead an organization through major change?"

Are you working longer and taking home less than your staff? Are you working all hours of the day and night and still barely managing to keep your customers happy? Are you unable to delegate or outsource work to give you more time to work on your business? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, maybe its time you learnt what Brain Surgeons do

If you've ever wondered whether you should include telemarketing in your marketing mix, here are 8 reasons (and the answer is yes).

Negotiating is a skill that like warfare tactics must be honed. It is important to be mentally prepared to win. Do the ground work well before your reach the negotiating table and decide on the "path" you are going to take. Positivity will help as also a sense of confidence and self esteem. Set aside any doubts you may have and stride forward prepared to win at all costs.

Hundreds of thousands of webmasters across the world make money online with their websites. Why not you? Here are 10 easy tips that you can use on your website to make it profitable. As with any good website however, you first need quality original content!

Let's cover an area of working the room with which people often struggle... the actual moving around the room. Disengaging with one group and breaking into groups. Finally I will cover the bridge process and explain the importance of the follow up after we have met new people.

There are few images as recognizable throughout the world as the Coca-Cola brand. Travel to the furthest reaches of the globe and you will probably encounter it on a clock or a sign, if not on the drink itself.

Selecting a name for your new business is not easy. A name does more than identify your company. It tells customers who you are, what you do, and more than a little about how you do it. Your name differentiates you from your peers, peaks customer interest, and invites further investigation -- if you do it right.