tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436Sat, 07 Sep 2024 00:21:05 +0000Small BusinessAbout Goverment Contracting OpportunitiesBusiness EventsBusiness FinanceGSA ContractsGoverment Procurementavoiding tax auditstax auditstax filingSmall business solutions, resources, tips, news and views.http://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)Blogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-1349435160681665055Wed, 21 Sep 2011 20:31:00 +00002011-09-21T13:35:18.711-07:00About Goverment Contracting OpportunitiesGoverment ProcurementGSA ContractsGetting United States government contracts seems awfully lucrative. The billions of dollars that are spent for so many multi-national companies makes government contracts seem extremely profitable. Then there are a number of small business programs that help small businesses get a foot into the door. Sometimes that just adds to the idea that getting government business is easy. Nothing could be http://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2011/09/reviewing-value-of-pursuing-government.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-7365049907852288450Mon, 07 Feb 2011 18:44:00 +00002011-02-07T10:53:10.042-08:00avoiding tax auditstax auditstax filingWorried about extra scrutiny from the Internal Revenue Service?Everyone has heard horrible stories about people getting audited by the IRS and the IRS wasting a lot of their time for tiny mistakes or the IRS forcing the taxpayer to pay much more in taxes than they already paid. Statistics show that only about 1% of tax returns get audited in a given year, so if you think about it, it is more http://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2011/02/5-ways-to-avoid-tax-audit.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-8285380038551550377Wed, 15 Sep 2010 15:16:00 +00002010-09-15T08:21:53.937-07:00Small BusinessSocial networking platforms build buzz, boost business and serve small businesses as low-cost/no-cost marketing tools. Small business owners need to understand how these tools strategically serve and support small business first so they best implement social media strategies to sell products and/or services.Social Media, simply put, serves users and organizations in marketing in three ways:1. http://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2010/09/social-media-marketing-tips-for-small.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-6102856522635795154Thu, 10 Jun 2010 15:29:00 +00002010-06-10T08:36:04.016-07:00If you have been thinking of starting your own business but with a little information on how to make the first step, then, you have to take the following into great consideration.1. Decide what type of business you want to put up. You may ask to some of your successful friends what is a good type of business. Well, they might suggest some, but the right answer is in you. Deciding what type of http://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2010/06/entrepreneurship-as-career-to-starting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-8962769664923957727Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:28:00 +00002010-03-16T10:36:26.222-07:00Business FinanceThere have recently been significant changes made to business finance funding options throughout the United States and elsewhere. These are serious and real changes that cannot be ignored by business owners as they develop their working capital plans for future financing and refinancing. We expect even the temporary small business loan and commercial mortgage loan measures to be in place for a http://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2010/03/changes-in-working-capital-loan.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-3974835254796210417Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:52:00 +00002009-10-26T14:06:58.045-07:00Deciding Whether to Go LegalAs a former full-time practicing attorney and now a small business owner, I have been on both sides of the fence when it comes to the legal issues a business owner may face। This provides me with the distinct advantage of knowing when to call in an attorney for assistance, as opposed to using another professional, such as an accountant, financial planner, insurance http://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2009/10/small-business-legal-protection-part-ii.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-2068485896669982462Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:19:00 +00002009-10-06T07:25:00.186-07:00There are many reasons to hire an attorney form simple estate planning to criminal defense lawyers can help people to find their way through many legal struggles that can creep up on them at any time. Most people believe that they do not need to keep a lawyer on retention or that having a lawyer will somehow invite trouble to them. However for anyone that is in business having access to a lawyer http://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2009/10/small-business-legal-protection-part-i.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-8708790471446913698Tue, 22 Sep 2009 18:17:00 +00002009-09-22T11:21:51.805-07:00Health insurance plans for small business owners are often more complicated than similar plans offered to larger businesses. Small business owners frequently resort to health savings plans and health plans with higher deductibles and less coverage just to meet their budget needs.A lot of proprietors of small companies find it hard to provide health insurance coverage to their staff। 40 percent ofhttp://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2009/09/your-options-in-selecting-right-small.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-3541765659379277583Sat, 05 Sep 2009 16:08:00 +00002009-09-05T09:16:58.058-07:00These days, it can seem increasingly challenging for nonprofit organizations to attract and maintain the attention of the public. Now more than ever, consumers are flooded with a variety of messages, from countless online and print ads, to promotions broadcast at full volume on the television and radio. Despite how difficult it may seem to effectively communicate to groups who are saturated with http://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2009/09/use-social-marketing-to-raise-awareness.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-4606274665913622320Tue, 18 Aug 2009 18:28:00 +00002009-08-18T11:37:50.795-07:00Everyone knows importance of creating a business plan; which is to get investment. But what many people don't know is how to create an attractive plan.You might have a great business idea, but that's something millions of other people have also. Many businesses in the past were started on the basis of great business ideas, but quickly vanished from the scene just because they skipped the most http://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2009/08/how-to-write-winning-business-plan.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-200648559696000677Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:11:00 +00002009-07-27T13:14:55.891-07:00Don't Let the Summer Slow you Down. Pump-Up your Small Business PR! It's summertime and for many companies that can mean a slump in business! That means there is no better time than now to increase your public relations efforts... free press seems like a much better option than ramping up the advertising dollars. There are actually many ways to promote your company's products, services, and http://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2009/07/pump-up-your-small-business-pr.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-3684096549237907164Tue, 21 Jul 2009 19:05:00 +00002009-07-21T12:13:37.113-07:00“Start A Business” Entrants Leave Your Comments Here!Alert to all entrepreneurs: Starting a business has never been easier!If you have an idea we can make your dream of starting and growing a business a reality! BizSmartDepot, the nation’s leading small business solutions center, is giving away $15,000 in business startup services each quarter, for the next year: Over $50,000 in Services! We http://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2009/07/start-business-contest.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-2545208647245204565Tue, 21 Jul 2009 18:09:00 +00002009-07-21T12:02:23.616-07:00“Business Makeover” Entrants Leave Your Comments Here!Attention small business owners across the nation!Are you looking for additional marketing and business initiatives to expand and grow your business? Our Business Makeover is here to help! We are giving away $15,000 in business startup services each quarter, for the next year to small businesses across the nation who are looking for a businesshttp://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2009/07/business-makeover-contest.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-763538539899798329Tue, 02 Jun 2009 13:43:00 +00002009-06-02T06:52:05.694-07:00The pressure is on. How do you optimize your minimized dollars, eliminate stale marketing efforts, and expand your outreach to prospects?By focusing on what can be achieved quickly and leveraging your existing marketing assets. You might be surprised at the results if you center your efforts on just a few key components.REFINE YOUR MESSAGINGMessaging is key in pinpointing who you are and what youhttp://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2009/06/devise-winning-marketing-plan.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-462033868032515316Wed, 06 May 2009 14:15:00 +00002009-05-06T07:20:33.651-07:00Small BusinessTough economic times are forcing many companies to shift their advertising from traditional print and television to less expensive, more efficient online media outlets. However, before companies dive in they should have a clear strategy to make sure they get the best return on their investment. The following tips from AdCommunal Inc., a leading online ad agency network, will help companies large http://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2009/05/top-ten-tips-for-advertising-online-in.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-247137015720244499Mon, 27 Apr 2009 14:03:00 +00002009-04-27T07:06:44.268-07:00Business EventsHello, Please join us on May 19th or May 21st for our upcoming informative FREE webinars to help your business grow. Information and resources to give your small business a competitive edges is what you'll find in these webinars.The first webinar on May 19th, from 6pm - 7pm, will be on "Minority & Women Business Certification Development."Government Contracts can be extremely profitable and http://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2009/04/grow-your-business-free-information.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-3504961723793270317Mon, 20 Apr 2009 18:57:00 +00002009-04-20T12:13:13.517-07:00Small BusinessOh it's a great idea that you want to start your own business. Are you ready to tell your boss to take that job and shove it ? or Already made the leap of faith and looking for help ...?An entrepreneur has a mind that is creative. Entrepreneurs are full of ideas, they're eager beavers - and they are often hard to "control." There are exceptions, of course. But all entrepreneurs tend to have that http://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2009/04/steps-to-starting-your-own-business.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3118317519447891436.post-6856763371412237637Wed, 08 Apr 2009 20:13:00 +00002009-04-08T13:18:03.256-07:00Small BusinessATTENTION Minority & Women Business Owners if you missed our premier webinar on minority & women business certification; don't miss this one. The government will award $20 Billion in contracts this year to certified minority & women businesses.Join our Small Business Workshop Webinar on April 20, 2009 at 10:00 Am EST live on the internet.Small Business Workshop Webinar http://bizsmartdepot.blogspot.com/2009/04/webinar-minority-women-business.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (BizSmartDepot)0