Small Business Advice: How To Come Up With A Great Business Name

Donna Pacheco — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 03:45:00 -0700

You have a business idea.

Now, you're scratching your head wondering what you should name your small business.It's easy to come up with a business name. I know someone who can spit out business names like a machine gun. Great business names on the other hand? Much harder. There are a lot of factors to consider.

Here are some tips on how to come up with a company name for a small business...

How To Use Google To Advertise Your Business Online

Donna Pacheco — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 09:31:19 -0700

Whether you're selling big-ticket items such as cars or just candy down the corner, you can use Google to advertise your business online. The Internet is one of the rare places in the world that a small start-up company can beat the monster giant one in marketing. It is definitely a great equalizer. Beat big business marketing with the following online tips and tricks for advertising your business through Google.

Stressed Out And Working Like A Dog?

Donna Pacheco — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 09:47:58 -0700

You're grumpy. You're tired. You work through the weekends. And you don't remember the last time you took a vacation. What started out as a hobby or a passion has morphed into small business far beyond your control.

Are You Cut Out To Be An Entrepreneur?

Donna Pacheco — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 19:47:35 -0700

People crash and burn all the time. A failed business, a stock market fiasco, an unexpected job termination. If there's anything you can bet your money on, it's that life doesn't always work out as you plan.

So prepare, prepare, prepare! Most people don't understand how much psychological well-being plays into being an entrepreneur. Knowing what you should expect and how you should deal with it is winning half the battle.

Top 5 Part-Time Online Business Myths

Donna Pacheco — Thu, 14 May 2009 05:28:34 -0700

The fortune cookie says "YES!" But will you really succeed?

So you're not just an inventor.. you're also a budding Internet entrepreneur. If, like thousands of other people all over the world, you have decided to cash in on the world of opportunities the Internet has to offer, this is an article you need to read. There are tons of part-time online business myths circulating and it's about time that you separate fact from fiction.

How To Start A Home-Based Business

Donna Pacheco — Tue, 12 May 2009 21:56:17 -0700

Do you want to be your own boss? You might be surprised to know that it is not as difficult as you think. Establishing a home-based business isn't easy but it isn't impossible to do. Here are a few tips on starting a business for aspiring home-based entrepreneurs:

5 Things to Think About Before Moving From Part-Time Business to Home-Based Business

Donna Pacheco — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 05:21:46 -0700

If you've been following my blog posts, you know that I have been advocating starting a part-time online business here, here, here, and here. The reason for this is mainly so you can have another source of income that is other than your job. Now what if you've recently been feeling that your part-time online business is growing and you need to devote more time on it to fully capitalize on the opportunity. Should you quit your job and work on it full-time at home? Now, before you head to your boss' office and tell him "You're fired!," read on to find out if a home-based business is the best course of action for you..

4 Really Silly Home-Based Business Myths

Donna Pacheco — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 18:11:49 -0700

Learn to separate fact from fiction. Because frankly, some of the home-based business myths can be quite silly. Don't be misled. Starting a new business isn't easy and to add to the complication, there are a ton of misleading information. So what are these silly myths? Read on to find out.

Start Making Money Online With These Part-Time Online Business Ideas

Donna Pacheco — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 05:46:05 -0700

Ka-ching! That's the sound of the cash register when you record another sale. Too bad clicking the refresh button on your Google Adsense, Paypal account, or affiliate account does not make the same satisfying sound. Oh well. At least you can take comfort in the fact that the returns can equal or possibly even beat the ka-ching of the trusty cash register of a small business anytime.

And besides, who wants to hear the sound of cash register while you sleep? Online business is 24/7! Read on to find out some business ideas that you can implement today..

Is A Part-Time Online Business Right For You?

Donna Pacheco — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 20:08:14 -0800

Do you know someone who is raking in the big bucks by engaging in a part-time online business? There are just too many of them claiming to have done just that all over the Internet. In fact, I just received an email about a really successful Internet Entrepreneur has supposedly made $1,000,000 dollars in just one tele-seminar.

Why You Should Have A Part-Time Online Business Aside From Your Day Job - Part 2

Donna Pacheco — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 15:49:41 -0800

So you have a stable job and you earn a decent living. Should this deter you from running a part-time online business? The answer is no. No matter how stable your company is, there is still no assurance that you will never be laid off or that the company won’t go under. Remember the gigantic financial corporations that have recently tumbled to the ground. That uncertainty is more than enough reason to run a part-time business online.

Why You Should Have A Part-Time Online Business Aside From Your Day Job Part 1

Donna Pacheco — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 03:35:06 -0800

The recession is not just the only reason why you should have a part-time online business. You should have an online business--with or without the recession--because it is another stream of income. Are you one of those people who complain about their salary not being enough to make ends meet but don't really do anything concrete about it? Read on to learn more.

7 Ways To Protect Your Small Business From Recession

Donna Pacheco — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 16:00:59 -0800

Aren't you just dying for a bail-out like the banks? In times of recession, small business owners are the ones that get hit hard the most. Unfortunately for you, you are not AIG and you are not qualified for a perpetual lifeline from the US government. If a company of that magnitude fell, it will certainly be felt around the world. But you? You are just a small business owner and you are, in every sense of the word.. small. Don't worry though. It IS possible to ride out this recession with your business still intact. Read on for more.

6 Money Saving Tips for Small Business Owners

Donna Pacheco — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 10:10:07 -0800

Wondering if your small business will survive the current economic turbulence? Is your heart sinking everytime you hear more bad news? Face it, the prosperity bubble has burst and it is a difficult time to get credit. Here are some money saving tips to help you weather the storm.

Already a Part-Time Entrepreneur? - 6 Tips to Survive Running a Part-Time Business

Donna Pacheco — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 13:45:27 -0700

Do you know what I really think? Part-time entrepreneurship is for hard-core workaholics with nothing else to do except work. Most normal humanoids would rebel against giving up their lunch breaks or after-office martinis to slave over the latest financial figures and think about ways to expand the business. I should know.

Be A Part-Time Entrepreneur - Top 3 Reasons Why You Should Consider Doing Your Business Part-Time

Donna Pacheco — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 06:26:01 -0700

You don't always have to go into entrepreneurship full-time. If you have a business idea, maybe it's best that you take it for a test drive before taking the step forward. Is part-time entrepreneurship for you? Here are three reasons that tell you why.

5 Questions You Should Ask Yourself When Evaluating a New Business Idea

Donna Pacheco — Sat, 24 May 2008 05:36:59 -0700

Should you go for that new business idea that's been brewing in your head? Evaluate it by asking these 5 questions now.

5 Great Ways to Brainstorm for New Business Ideas

Donna Pacheco — Fri, 09 May 2008 04:59:51 -0700

Everything begins with an idea. These business ideas are brought to reality by entrepreneurs. Successful business ideas often are a blend of creativity, foresight, and an instinctive feel of what the market needs.

Here's a few suggestions to help you on brainstorming for your business idea.

No One Wants To Be An Entrepreneur

Donna Pacheco — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:24:34 -0700

Statistic: 90 percent of new businesses fail after 5 years.

So You're an Inventor.. Can you be an Entrepreneur?

Donna Pacheco — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 23:21:01 -0800

Just about anyone can have an idea. Not everyone, however, is an inventor. The truth is most people are just content to have their big idea sitting pretty in some cobwebbed portion of their brain--

Educating Your Market: The Problem With New Inventions

Donna Pacheco — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 21:47:44 -0800

New inventions are difficult to market. Why? Because despite its many features designed to help the average Joe, in reality, you will always have to educate your target audience for your invention.

Writing the Business Plan

Donna Pacheco — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 01:49:29 -0700

To succeed in business, you must have a business plan. Business plans serve as the roadmap for your start-up. It also helps the entrepreneur view the economic viability of his proposed business by analyzing its various aspects.