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Running a business can get chaotic. Juggling so many different things at once for a long period of time can create stress and overwhelm. I've often found that much of what businesses do can either be automated or done easier with the right software and technology. Believe it or not, there is business software that creates profitability and efficiency. You and your staff will need to learn the software, of course. However, with some practice, it will make things run a bit more smoothly around the office.

When starting an online business or adding systems to an existing one, there are some things you need to do. The level of competition online is so staggering, without the basics, there is not much hope for success. Before you get too far into things, you want to nail these 4 online business cornerstones for success.

In business, if you are not offering your customers payment options, you could be losing sales. It's time to take an inventory of exactly how customers and clients benefit from doing business with you. What are you offering? How are they paying for your products and services? Are your payment options clear to potential buyers? Consider revising your business by expanding your payment and financing options. However, don't go too far outside of your lane, so customers and clients don't get confused about what you're doing. Here are 4 ways to boost business by offering payment options.

The reality of starting a business is that you need to grow if you want to survive - and thrive. And, any startup involves some risk and much hard work. How you implement the beginning stages of your fledgling biz could make or break how it runs in the future. It’s vital to have everything in place and ready if you want to pull through this difficult period unscathed. Let’s take a closer look at some simple and efficient tips to rock your biz startup.

Whether you’ve quit your day job or not, starting up your own business can be a big financial risk. The last thing you want to do is invest a lot of money that you’ll never earn back. As for your time? If you’re doing something you love, perhaps it will never be a loss to you. However, your time is precious, and your startup needs to succeed to justify your investment, no matter how you choose to measure it. Here are my top tips for a successful business startup.

Most women, whether young or old, have at least one hobby. That little activity that allows her to escape from the stresses of life. It also puts her back in touch with her creative side. I've had so many hobbies over the years, it's hard to remember them all. And, yes, I have made money with some of them. For me, it was simply fun to create things that people actually wanted to buy. For others, it's all about living the dream of supporting themselves by doing something that doesn't feel like work. Either way, here are my top 3 tips to turn your hobby into cash.

Plenty of women are in positions that, up until recently, were chiefly occupied by men. However, women still have a long way to go to even out the playing field. It would help to get more women interested in careers that have been thought of as "man’s work." After all, if a woman can do the job, she can do the job. Period. Here are 5 "men's work" careers women thrive in.

When starting a business that is present online, creating a stellar website should be one of the very first things you do. However, in a haste to get the business up and running, many women skip the things that make a website successful. As an online business, no matter how vital a site is, make sure you have everything in place before you launch. Otherwise, you won't get the kind of attention you need and want. Here are my 4 top elements your business website needs to stand out.

Are you a creative badass who loves to innovate, express herself, and make money doing what you love? If you are not currently stimulating any of these inner longings, you might take a look at a creative career. However, many creative women are also multi-talented and find choosing just one thing difficult. Here is a list of 9 careers to keep the creative happy!

If you are running a business of any size, your branding needs to be spot on and effective. So, what is branding? As businesswomen, we know what we do, what we are good at, how we operate and what our place is, right? It's easy for us to talk about all of these things and we should. However, this is not branding. It is simply marketing and bragging about yourself. And, if this hasn't been working for you, this may be the time to put these 3 kick ass rebranding strategies to work for your business!

Small businesses only become big businesses when they have the best employees. Okay, so there is more to it than that, but good employees make a massive difference. Think about it for a second. They are the people who do most of the work, so the company plows forward without a hitch. You might be the boss, but you need quality performers if you want to succeed. For that reason, you only want the best. However, there is a lot of competition, plus finding the right ‘fit’ isn’t always easy. Here are 4 savvy business tips for getting the most talented people on your team!

Both men and women love sports, as in watching, playing, and encouraging their children to play. However, most of us are not equipped to play sports at a professional level. Fortunately, there are opportunities to make money in sports even if you can't step a foot on a field or court. The world of sports is growing every year and so is the demand for administrators, reporters, coaches, medical practitioners, and even writers. Depending on your unique talents, you may just fit nicely into a sports-related career. Here are six to consider.

Setting up a home business has pros and cons as any new business venture would. However, working from home has some specific challenges that could wreak havoc on your life if left unchecked. I've experienced the "crossing of boundaries" that has thrown my whole life equilibrium off balance. The problem is that you may not see it happening until you are well into the muddy quicksand. Hindsight is great, but prevention is best. Here are some quick tips on how to win the life/work balancing game.

When it comes to starting a home business, there are many models to choose from. So many successful entrepreneurs have started on a road to success with a home-based direct sales plan; such as that offered by companies like Mary Kay, Tupperware, Jamberry, Arbonne, and Park Lane Jewelry. These types of home party businesses remain some of the most successful out there.

After you have scored that stellar new job, you need to show them what you've got in the position so you can stand out. To get ahead, you must have a drive of excellence, competence, and flexibility. Your boss is watching, and, likely, his or her boss is watching. Before anything we talk about here, be proactive at finding out exactly what is expected of you and do those things to the best of your ability. If you want to excel quickly, here are 6 get ahead action steps to sky rocket your career!