
We hear a lot these days about the importance of social media in small business success. But how can social media be used most effectively in your small business? We look at the answer to that question and much more in this Small Business Trends roundup. Enjoy!
Social Media
Social media: the new…

Today, as we in the U.S. observe Martin Luther King Day (MLK Day for short), one entrepreneur talks about what the day means to him and we share some other ideas to be considered to improve the businesses and lives of all entrepreneurs.
Martin Luther King Day
Why one entrepreneur won’t be…

The Beatles are not only the greatest pop group in history but may also be able to teach you tons about how to get ahead in business…and what it takes to survive. That post leads off our small business roundup today with plenty of other resources about how to make your small business…

You can learn a lot from small business owners who have been there before you. Sure, every small business is different, but there’s a clear advantage to getting tips from the experts. We’ve gathered some of the best and most varied of this advice for the beginning of 2012. We hope the…

Getting started in business requires a lot of planning. Details are endless and focus is crucial to move your new business forward without getting bogged down in all the things that need to be done. Here are some important considerations when launching your new business starting with a simple…

New business opportunities are on the rise, niche markets into which you might expand or create whole new ventures to exploit. Being ready for these options means watching trends carefully to see where your small businesss’s next big opportunity may lie.
Tips & Trends
Microbusinesses…

The chameleon called social media has transformed once again, and continuing in the field requires adjusting to this change. Here are some links that may help you reinvent your social media strategy for the coming year.
Trends
Working smarter in 2012. In social media as in so many other areas of…

The decision of whether to build or buy a business is only one of the choices you’ll face as you begin your entrepreneurial career. Here’s a look at some news and resources you might find enlightening.
Business Basics
Will you build or buy your business? Small Business Trends founder…

No matter what your business, you will need to distinguish yourself. You can’t produce the same product or the same service as everyone else. You can’t have the same business model or the same company culture. Here are some thoughts about doing things differently in your business.
Tips…