Tag Archives: small business

Best Blogs for Small Retailers

Posted on November 15, 2016 by bermanevansretail

There are many great online resources for small business, including the Web sites of Small Business Administration, Entrepreneur, and Inc. They deal with a variety of topics to assist startups and other small businesses. In addition, there are numerous blogs … Continue reading →

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Do You Want to Be a Successful E-Business?

Posted on October 3, 2016 by bermanevansretail

Would you be surprised to learn that only a small percentage of E-commerce sites gain any traction at all? Most dwell in obscurity. Consider these observations from Cent Muruganandam, writing for Business2Community.com and check out the infographic shown below his quote: “You … Continue reading →

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Business Expansion Tips

Posted on September 9, 2016 by bermanevansretail

Looking to expand a business? What are some important do’s and don’ts to consider? Here are several tips. As Nina Ngai, writing for American Express Open forum, advises: DO research and prepare a business expansion plan — “Consider hiring a financial … Continue reading →

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