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12 Trends that Will Define Business in the "New Normal"

Stay up with the play - here are some trends to watch out for in 2012, Make sure you are tailoring your business to take advantage of them!
January 26th, 2012 by Sue Hirst

Earning credibility for your home business

Do your clients take you seriously? What can you do to make sure they do?
January 24th, 2012 by Heather Douglas

Kickstart 2012!

Have you already started thinking about what you want to achieve this year, or is that a 'later on job'? Whatever the case, we can help you create a winning plan for your business in 2012.
January 18th, 2012 by Jen Tyson

How To Generate Leads With Linkedin

Imagine… A platform of only business owners and business professionals that has over 140 million members and growing daily; where the average income per member is US$120,000. And the best part? Almost no-one is using this to its full potential.
January 13th, 2012 by Hannah du Plessis

Getting free publicity for your business

Publicity can be a low-cost way to promote your business and build credibility. Here are some tips that should have editors eating out of your hand!
January 11th, 2012 by Heather Douglas

The Keys To Success On Linkedin

LinkedIn is not only a social media website, but mainly a directory of businesses where people search for talent, businesses and opportunities. Talent searches are for the purposes of recruiting, outsourcing, partnering with or consulting. In short, people who can help your business.
January 9th, 2012 by Hannah du Plessis

Keeping a finger on the financial pulse of your home business

Good financial management throughout the year gives you a clear picture of how your business is doing, helps you set financial goals and plan budgets and makes handling the necessary administration for your financial year-end easier.
January 5th, 2012 by Heather Douglas

How To Attract The Clients You Need – Part 2

After packaging and pricing your product or service it is time to find clients. Hannah du Plessis outlines your next step...
January 4th, 2012 by Hannah du Plessis

How To Attract The Clients You Need – Part 1

Have you ever thought that it is too hard to make money with your business? That you just need more clients to make ends meet? Is finding new clients the big problem in your business?
December 30th, 2011 by Hannah du Plessis

Should you hire a copywriter or a web designer?

When most people want a website, they go to a web designer. However, good web designers create beautiful websites, but you need to provide the content yourself.
December 26th, 2011 by Hannah du Plessis