
There’s a lot that goes into creating a strong Web presence. In fact, yesterday I shared a number of local search-inspired infographics which covered the many, many things we SMBs have to worry about. Stuff like getting reviews, building links, earning citations, being mobile-friendly, and, of…

If a picture is worth a thousand words, than an infographic is practically it’s own book! Marketers and brands alike have been turning to infographics pretty heavily over the past 18 months to help them turn their data into a compelling story that they can use to inform and sway consumers.…

Want to make your business more financially successful? A more diverse work force could be the key. So reports a study led by Ryerson University professor, Kristyn Scott, which found that diversity in the workplace leads to happier workers, which leads, in turn, to greater loyalty and productivity,…

We are on our way back to pre-recession levels of small business employment, the most recent Intuit Small Business Employment Index indicates. Intuit’s measure, which tracks employment at companies with 19 or fewer employees that use Intuit’s Online Payroll product, shows that small business…

Where are you online?
What’s your domain name and what are your keywords? If you don’t choose keywords relevant to your product or service, then your people (your customers and prospects) can’t find you.
It’s all about the keywords. When people search for your subject, the way they…

It’s the big mistake that we have the power to fix. But it’s also the kind of thing that we could spend a lifetime getting wrong—without intervention. When should you do it yourself (DIY) and when should you pay the experts (PTE) to do it for you?
Small business owners are the kings and…

I get regular massages. It’s something I’m proud of, since most people don’t take enough care of their bodies. But I digress. I met a new therapist on my last appointment. At first I was a bit nervous. After all, I was trusting her with my body. What if she yanked something in my…

For a few years now, small business owners have been waiting for the long-discussed economic recovery to finally happen. While these owners certainly look forward to the uptick in business, stronger top-line revenues and improved profitability could also spur them to finally consider selling their…

Job creation in new establishments ain’t what it used to be.
Last year, the number of jobs in establishments less than one year old was only 60 percent of its 1994 level, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data. That translates to approximately 1.7 million fewer people working…