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Have You Take the ‘Entrepreneur’s Pledge’?

2010-05-31T21:54:00.001-04:00

If you’re like 84% of Americans, you believe that entrepreneurs are important for the health of the U.S. economy. In fact, in 2009, 558,000 new businesses were started per month, representing the highest year on record - marking a 4 percent increase over 2008. By planning such a key role, entrepreneurs can not only help sustain our economic recovery, but make a critical impact in helping 15

How to Find Your Business Niche

2010-01-30T12:36:00.002-05:00

So you've determined that you have what it takes to start your own business. The next critical step to making your dream a reality is to find your niche and determine the feasibility of your idea. For instance, will you be taking over an existing business or do you have a marketable skill/new product idea that satisfies a need? Don't be fooled - many people have mistakingly launched a business

Are You an Entreprenuer? (Part 3)

2010-01-26T08:43:00.058-05:00

As we wrap-up this three part self-analysis, remember that certain skills and experience are critical to the success of a business. Fortunately, you can hire the necessary personnel to supplement any skills and experience you lack. But in some incidences you will need some basic and special skills for your particular business. (For instance, you can't own a law firm without being a trained,

Are You an Entreprenuer? (Part 2)

2010-01-23T07:08:00.006-05:00

Earlier we looked at some of the personal characteristics required for going into business. Some of your answers were probably eye-opening, encouraging and even disappointing. Trust me - that information will help you. For instance, if you're not happy with your answers, think about how you can address these challenges. Learning to overcome challenges is actually one of the exciting lessons of

Are You an Entreprenuer? (Part 1)

2010-01-21T08:00:00.005-05:00

Successfully operating a business depends on more than just having a practical plan based on a solid foundation, dedication and sacrifice in order to reach your goals, technical skills, and basic knowledge of operations (i.e., management, finance, record keeping, and market analysis). Before starting your own business, take the time to evaluate your skills and willingness to take for risk. To

Business Owner Risk Assessment

2010-01-19T08:38:00.005-05:00

People go into business for a variety of reasons. But finding one you feel comfortable with is an important and time consuming process. It's true that you'll need to consider your capital and staffing needs, time requirements, resources, location, etc., but you should learn everything you can about your potential business. That background work could save you from financial ruin. For instance,

BOOK REVIEW: Web Marketing All-in-One Desk Reference for Dummies by John Arnold, et al

2010-01-17T17:08:00.005-05:00

Are you looking to establish a Web presence, but don't know how to do it? (I'll let you in on a secret: having a static Web site isn't enough. You will need to 'work' your online presence, just as you do your business.) If the thought of being online is overwhelming, then check out Web Marketing All-in-One Desk Reference for Dummies (by John Arnold, et al; Wiley Publishing, Inc.). While it

How to Identify Your Reasons for Starting a Business

2010-01-17T12:29:00.002-05:00

You'll need to address a number of issues when testing the feasibility of your business idea and determining if you have the moxie to be a business owner. One important step will be to identify your reasons for going into business. As part of that self-assessment, ask yourself why you want to own your own business. Are you looking: for freedom from a 9-5 daily work routine? to be your own boss

Welcome to DesignedBiz!

2010-01-10T09:00:00.024-05:00

Here's a question: Are you like millions of out of work Americans struggling to find a job? Well, if you have a marketable idea or talent that can be turned into business, now might be the time to make that dream a reality. Trust me, as crazy as it may sound, you won't be alone your journey. That’s right: as America’s unemployment rate has skyrocketed in the last two years, the number of

DesignedBiz Comment Policy

2010-01-09T22:46:00.004-05:00

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Contact DesignedBiz

2010-01-09T22:39:00.005-05:00

Hi, and thanks for visiting DesignedBiz - the practical, online source for information and 'how-to' tips for successfully launching and running your business. I really appreciate your support and receiving polite comments when they are relevant to the blog and posted to the right article. However, if you would like to contact me or ask a question that hasn't been covered, please leave your

Book Reviews

2010-01-01T18:23:00.006-05:00

Arnold, John., Lurie, Ian., et al. (2009). Web Marketing All-in-One Desk Reference for Dummies. Indianapolis, IN: Wiley Publishing, Inc.