May, 2010
Free Small Business Resources: Forums
One of the greatest resources available to small business owners also happens to be free! Online forums are an excellent way to get answers to your questions and learn new business strategies. Learning from your contemporaries is one of the most effective ways to get information. Gone are the days of jealously-guarded business secrets – [...]
Overcoming “Burnout”
Succeeding on your own in business requires focus and dedication, and those who don’t have what it takes are weeded out. The most successful entrepreneurs do what they know and love what they do. That being said, the consultants from PMI Coaching have observed that even the happiest entrepreneurs face the same danger – burnout. [...]
As a Small Business Owner You Need a “Why”
Starting your own business is an exciting experience with many rewards. Entrepreneurship provides the freedom to set your own schedule and do things on your terms. Profits come to you rather than being diverted to a corporation and an endless line of bureaucracy. PMI Education knows that making the decision to start your own business [...]
Should You Outsource?
Outsourcing work overseas has become a surprisingly common practice in the last couple years. Outsourcing to companies or individuals in India is an extremely popular choice, though there are several other countries to consider. One major advantage to outsourcing is price. For $5-$15 an hour, a skilled Indian worker can often do what you would [...]
When to Hire Employees
An important decision many entrepreneurs face is whether or not to hire employees. An article featured on Bloomberg Businessweek addresses this issue and offers valuable suggestions to help you know when to hire your first employee. The article calls the hiring decision “crucial” and the experts at Professional Marketing International agree that it is a [...]
