Free Webinar Offers Summer Marketing Tips

Newsletter | June 28, 2016

Free Webinar: Marketing and Managing Your Small Business This Summer We're joining Biz2Credit for a free webinar this Wednesday, June 29th, at 3pm ET. We'll be examining strategies that businesses can implement this summer to combat the slow months and boost their revenues. Register now.

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10 Ways to Simplify Cloud Computing Adoption at Your Company There's One Big Thing Many Small Business Owners Are Neglecting 10 Ways to Promote Innovation in a Team Environment 48 Completely Free Invoicing Software Solutions, Not Just Trials Microsoft Giving Away Free Windows 10 Update Until July 29

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Sage Summit 2016 Jul 25 - Chicago, IL Sage Summit is a one-of-a-kind learning, training, and networking event. Hear from celebrity speakers and dynamic thought leaders. Get hands-on product training and one-on-one mentoring. Then rock out to The Killers! Hear from keynote speaker Sir Richard Branson, a man who has created a magnetic brand umbrella that powers the success of his many businesses with a thoughtful mix of adventure, philanthropy, irreverence and entrepreneurship. In a passion-filled keynote address he joins Sage CEO Stephen Kelly, another serial entrepreneur and champion of small businesses everywhere. Read More Discover more events on the Small Business Trends event calendar or Submit your small business event for Free!

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Spotlight: Black Dinah Chocolatiers Makes Chocolate an Experience Black Dinah Chocolatiers turns chocolate into an experience for its customers. Find out how the company does that in this week's Small Biz Spotlight. Get Inspired by other Spotlights!

Book Review: What to read next

The 10 Laws of Trust: Building Trust in a Fast-Paced World Joel Peterson, the chairman at JetBlue, discusses the importance of trust in all aspects of business and why trust levels between businesses and consumers is at an all-time low. Read More Check out more books!

Small Business Trends Magazine

Winter 2015 - Business Planning This Winter 2015 edition of the digital Small Business Trends Magazine focuses on Business Planning. Click the image to the left to read online. Or, SUBSCRIBE HERE to download, save or print the magazine.

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Is Your Business Making These Mistakes Online?

Newsletter | June 21, 2016

5 Mistakes Small Businesses Make Online Small business owners are busy. It's difficult to focus the right amount of attention on all facets of your business when you've got both offline and online operations to juggle. It's no surprise mistakes are made along the way. Here are a few common errors that many small businesses make online, and what you can do to help make sure your business is on the right track.

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Corporate Social Media Summit Jun 20 - New York, NY Returning for its 7th year, #CSMNY gives you a unique opportunity to learn from, and network with, senior leaders from the biggest brands in the world. Join over 350+ corporate peers to discuss the pillars of social success in 2016. Read More Discover more events on the Small Business Trends event calendar or Submit your small business event for Free!

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Spotlight: 360 Degree Technosoft Creates Apps in India Small businesses that are embracing mobile technology are getting a leg up on their competition and a company like 360 Degree Technosoft is helping companies connect with customers on mobile platforms. Get Inspired by other Spotlights!

Book Review: What to read next

Beyond the Sales Process: Relationships Key to B2B Sales Read More Check out more books!

Small Business Trends Magazine

Winter 2015 - Business Planning This Winter 2015 edition of the digital Small Business Trends Magazine focuses on Business Planning. Click the image to the left to read online. Or, SUBSCRIBE HERE to download, save or print the magazine.

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Enter to Win a Microsoft Lumia 950 Smartphone!

Newsletter | June 14, 2016

Giveaway: Win a Brand New Microsoft Lumia 950 Smartphone In honor of the AT&T "The Power of &" program, we are delighted to hold a giveaway of a Microsoft Lumia 950 smartphone. This is a perfect device for the busy professional on the go and gives you the freedom to get out of the office but still be productive. It includes the new Microsoft Edge Browser for an on-the-go reading view free of distractions. You can save your favorite reads and have them organized for convenient access later. Enter NOW!

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DREAM BIG Small Business of the Year Award Jun 14 - Washington, DC The DREAM BIG Small Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Sam's Club®, celebrates the success of small business and honors its contributions to America's economic growth. The Small Business of the Year, 7 regional finalists, and 100 Blue Ribbon winners will be honored on June 14 during America's Small Business Summit in Washington, D.C. There are two ways to participate: 1. Nominate a local small business that’s making a big impact in its community. 2. Apply directly if you are a small business that’s committed to your community, employees, and customers. Read More America's Small Business Summit 2016 Jun 13 - Washington, D.C. Join more than 800 business owners and chamber executives from across the country in Washington D.C. on June 13-15, 2016 to network, hear from business and policy experts, and tell Congress what your business needs to succeed. The action packed event will feature high caliber keynotes, small group breakout sessions, and a variety of networking opportunities. Discount Code: LINKEDIN (15% Discount) Read More Discover more events on the Small Business Trends event calendar or Submit your small business event for Free!

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Spotlight: HangBee Adds More Privacy to Social Networking What if you had a social media channel that took your privacy super seriously -- erasing your data not only from your page but from the company's data bases once your interaction is over? And what if the same platform found a way to let you connect with others in a more organic way? Get Inspired by other Spotlights!

Book Review: What to read next

"Matchmakers" : Connecting with Customers in the Age of Platforms Matchmakers looks at some disrupting multi-sided platforms that are bucking all conventional business trends. Read More Check out more books!

Small Business Trends Magazine

Winter 2015 - Business Planning This Winter 2015 edition of the digital Small Business Trends Magazine focuses on Business Planning. Click the image to the left to read online. Or, SUBSCRIBE HERE to download, save or print the magazine.

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What Kind of Business Risk Taker Are You?

Newsletter | June 7, 2016

Self-Quiz: What Kind of Business Risk Taker Are You? Few endeavors - scaling Mt. Everest or swimming with sharks might qualify - demand greater courage than the act of starting (or running) a small business. And with courage comes the willingness to take risks. If courage and risk-taking are traits necessary for success, how much of a business risk taker are you? Take this 10-question quiz to find out.

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DREAM BIG Small Business of the Year Award Jun 14 - Washington, DC The DREAM BIG Small Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Sam's Club®, celebrates the success of small business and honors its contributions to America's economic growth. The Small Business of the Year, 7 regional finalists, and 100 Blue Ribbon winners will be honored on June 14 during America's Small Business Summit in Washington, D.C. There are two ways to participate: 1. Nominate a local small business that’s making a big impact in its community. 2. Apply directly if you are a small business that’s committed to your community, employees, and customers. Read More Discover more events on the Small Business Trends event calendar or Submit your small business event for Free!

Spotlight: Get inspired by successful small business owners

Spotlight: BookScouter Offers a Platform for Comparing Book Prices BookScouter gives would-be book sellers comparative prices to allow them to get the most for their volumes. Find out how the company came to be in this week's Small Biz Spotlight. Get Inspired by other Spotlights!

Book Review: What to read next

Ingredients of Outliers: Women Game Changers Dr. John Shufeldt continues a series of books by looking at women game changers in business. Read More Check out more books!

Small Business Trends Magazine

Winter 2015 - Business Planning This Winter 2015 edition of the digital Small Business Trends Magazine focuses on Business Planning. Click the image to the left to read online. Or, SUBSCRIBE HERE to download, save or print the magazine.

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