November, 2007

Even though we are presented with many choices throughout the day, invariably we fall back on what is comfortable for us. Whether it is in your personal or professional life, our comfort zone is the area in which we live 99% of the time. However, to truly grow in all areas of your life, it is important to step outside of your comfort zone, and experience what I like to call "The Red Line".

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Do you think that because you have a small business you can't compete against larger companies? If you do then think again. Most small business owners don't feel that they are in the same arena as larger companies so they don't even bother to try. This can be a big mistake and one that can cost your company in the long run.

Growing your company takes some competitive moves. Sure, you can continue to operate as you always have but this routine will not get you ahead. There are some tips, however, if you want to expand your business opportunities and compete against the big boys.

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By Nicholas Tan

Those of you who wish to take control of your business on the Internet with automated tasks need a functional and easy to use automatic email response system. An automatic email response system will take care of any emails you receive, and automatically deliver a response to potential clients 24 hours a day ? 7 days a week.

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(NewsUSA) - Small business has become the engine that drives the American economy. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of the Census and advocacy-funded research by Kathryn Kobe, small businesses in the United States employ about half of all private-sector employees and generate 60 to 80 percent of new jobs.

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(NewsUSA) - Many people are motivated to go into business for themselves and often elect to start a franchise. This specific sector of small business is popular for a good reason. According to the U.S. Small Business Association, 30 percent of all independent businesses fail in their first year, compared to fewer than 1 percent of all franchises -; which makes for good odds. Clearly, the help and expertise of an already-established business makes all the difference.

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By Marco Terry

Going through a chapter 11 bankruptcy processes can be one of the most harrowing experiences that a business owner can go through. You will have to deal with the courts' involvement in your business and deal with endless negotiations with your secured and unsecured creditors. You will also have to deal with the uncertainty of not knowing whether your business will survive the process. One way to help your chances of business survival is to obtain debtor in possession financing.

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