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5 Ways to Spot a Nightmare Client

Before you take on that new client, make sure your eagerness now is not going to set you up for a headache later. Examine that first phone call or meeting to make sure you're not about to have a nightmare client on your hands. If that potential client utters one of these 5 phrases, you might want to run in the opposite direction.

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Financing Your Small Business

Finding money can be one of the biggest hurdles for a small business owner. Whether you desire to open a chain of restaurants or an Internet-only business, capital is required to fund your dreams. Here we will explore the different types of funding available to you: Debt financing includes any money you will pay back. It does not require you to give up equity in your company and can be a good choice for entrepreneurs who have not been able to attract the attention of investors. This type of financing...

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CocoaBabies

Welcome back to the Small Business Spotlight! Today, Entrepreneur Resources is highlighting CocoaBabies, an online retailer who sells clothes and accessories geared toward children of color. What does your company do? We create clothing and accessories geared towards children of color, all of our products feature messages and designs that reinforce positive messages.

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Death to the Flash Intro

Okay, the title of this article may be a bit harsh, but I still urge you to rethink your small business' use of flashing text, scrolling photos and music as the first things potential customers see on your web site. Remember, your site visitors are coming to you web site to learn about your products and services, not to be entertained by your logo dancing across the screen. Here are a few questions to consider before asking your web designer to create a Flash intro for your site:

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Moetleh Cards & Messages

Today, Entrepreneur Resources shines its small business spotlight on Moetleh Cards & Messages. Read on to see how this business got started and how you can take the leap. What does your company do? Located in New York City, Moetleh Cards & Messages provides frameable and non-frameable note cards with a personal touch. All items feature my exclusive designs. Each card is purposely left blank on the inside so that you can write your own words and personalize your message. The recipient of your card can then frame your card and hang it as artwork.

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What is Marketing?

Good morning entrepreneurs! Welcome to a new series called "Monday Marketing Moment." Each Monday, we will share simple, yet effective marketing tips, answer questions and provide general information on the topic of marketing. Our goal is to arm your small business with the knowledge it needs to succeed. We'll kick this series off with a simple question - What is Marketing?

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