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How do I setup a really good Website for my small business?

admin — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 12:54:48 +0000

I am 14 years old and I have started a candy business to make some extra money. I have been asked by my many customers if I have a website for them to visit so they could purchase more candy. I am sad each time having to say no. Also I would need it to cost nearly nothing to create, so could you guys, maybe give me a few websites to check out or some good tips? I would really appreciate some help guys. Thank you!

i am starting a website too,but mines acctuly a webshow,but any way,just get someone you know that desighns websites for free,(p.s.theres a million ppl,even middle schoolers) and dont make a huge deal,but make it colorfull,and a good name for it. (hope it works out! lov ya)

The best place to live in Canada for owing a small business and family life?

admin — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 11:16:39 +0000

We are U.S citizens living overseas considering moving to Canada. My husband wants to open or buy a business already running (example.. gas station, ups store). We would like a city with a good education system and good economical growth. Any suggestions? Any websites would be appreciated . Am having a hard time finding businesses for sale.

Anywhere in Ontario is probably your best bet unless you want to go to BC. Aside from Alberta and it's crazy oil resources, we have the best economy in Canada, most educated people, most diverse, the list goes on and on…

Do you want to live in a big city or small, or even a rural area?

I would recommend a city in Ontario with a population between 50,000 and 100,000 people.

How do i go about starting up my own small business without much money behind me?

admin — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:06:38 +0000

I'd like to start up my own private tuition business. I already tutor at nights once i've finished my other day job. I'd like to do this full time but would need some sort of grant or funding and i don't have a clue how i'd go about this. Any websites i've looked at tell me i need a "business plan" etc. I do not have a business brain, all i want to do is teach! I live in Scotland. Thanks.

Why would you need a grant or funding?
What sort of tutoring is it?

If you are already tutoring then you obviously have the necessary equipment and therefore you don't need any funding for that.

If you cannot even figure out how to start up then you should give up the idea now.
For any business you need to at least have a clue how to start it – you obviously don't.

What fraction of Small Businesses create Websites for promotion?

admin — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 07:29:00 +0000

Do they see value in creating websites? why or why not? What are the issues faced in doing so?

About 60 % of small businesses see value in creating web sites for marketing and in e-commerce.

Some of the issues facing development are what plat form do i use do i include flash tecnology and what vendor do i use for the e-commerce component. it has to be user friendly and current at all times which means regular updating, You must also alow user to give feed back and or have a help feature built in.

They see this as a very valuable asset to their business as the internet is becoming the fastest growing medium for any business and users are very comfortable in using this medium.

What website host is the best for a small business (price, look, space, etc..)?

admin — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 07:06:35 +0000

I am starting a small business and am looking for a website host but I'm getting a bit lost among all the offers and prices and… since I'm just getting started, I don't really know just HOW MUCH I need, you know, and I don't have much money to spare on websites so… if anyone could help, I'd appreciate it a great deal. Thanks!

http://www.LocoDomains.com or http://www.JuicyHosting.com they both are very very good

Does anyone know any websites where I can advertise my business using banners for free?

admin — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 04:14:51 +0000

I have a small internet business working from home and I would like to advertise to the wider market in the U.K and America and Iwas wondering if there are any free websites that I can use to display these banners. Cheers

You can advertise on mine for free, contact sales@wholesale-outlet.co.uk or take a look at site and see what you think. Every little bit of advertising helps

small business grants?

admin — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 02:00:44 +0000

I work for a small privatley owned coffee shop and I have recenlty taken over the entertainment (we generally have live music on Sat nights) I would like to make this a venue where artists of all kind can connect, and I am going to be having poetry nights once a month. Basically, I'm revamping the entire thing and making it a more artistic atmosphere, and I was wondering if anyone knew of any art grants awarded to small businesses? The websites I've found so far have been disorganized and unhelpful.
Thanks both of you! Grants are usually for non-profet, however, there are some grants specifically for the private sector. I found that interesting, but of course, it's difficult to go about getting them, hence the question.

There are no grants for a for profit business unless you are opening a daycare. If you need money, you will need to apply for a loan. No lender will talk to you unless you provide them with a valid business plan. Go to http://www.sba.gov , http://www.score.org or http://www.bplan.com for sample business plans and instructions on how to write a business plan.

Then, go to http://www.score.org/ and in the upper left hand corner, enter your zip code. On the next screen, you will get information on the nearest SCORE chapter. Call them and arrange for a free meeting with a SCORE counselor to review your business plan and discuss various loan options available to you.

SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to entrepreneur education and the formation, growth and success of small business nationwide. SCORE is a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

SCORE has 389 chapters in locations throughout the United States and its territories, with 10,500 volunteers nationwide. Both working and retired executives and business owners donate time and expertise as business counselors.

Questions about startng a small business?

admin — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 02:36:57 +0000

I am 20 years old ,and really want to start my own biz.However I have no experience but some capital.Then I tried to search for some stories about startup business of others,but info is little.And I've also tried to search for websites that allow me to read existent small companies's (employees less than 10) info.I failed again. Anybody can help me?
p.s. I live in an asian country,and want to share the experience of other small company by gaining their authority.

First you have to know what you have for sale and go from there. I'm a nurse and my sister is a CPA so we opened a small care home for folks that needed assistance. We first called the state to learn all the do and don't –like all the rules . We found a house that allowed room for seven residents and stock it with what was needed. So sis took care of the business part and I with some CNAS we hired took care of the clients. We had to advertise only for a while because we took good care of our clients so word of mouth gave us all the business we could handle. Its was very confining business and we had to be very dedicated but it paid very well. Good luck with you endeavor.

Would anyone give me some tips on starting a computer repair business?

admin — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 00:50:42 +0000

I'm starting a computer repair business with two others.

I've been to the IRS's websites on small business and taxes, but I feel like I'm missing tips/tricks from someone who's actually done it. What advice do you have to offer? Any advice on the matter is welcomed and appreciated.

your local sbdc or community development office can offer individualized help.
have you developed a business plan?
What are your financing options?
Have you defined where to get parts and tools?
What are the demographics of your customers- individuals or businesses?
does your business have a name? make up some cards and post them around town. many libraries, stores and gas stations provide bulletin boards to help spread the word.

Websites for marketing strategies for success small businesses? Specifically, in the pastry industry?

admin — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 23:36:24 +0000

A website is just like any other advertising medium. It wouldn't hurt to check out some of your competitors websites to see what their layout is like. You may not need one, but it's inexpensive to build and host a website, compared to other types of advertising. Are you looking to build a website for a pastry shop? an online consumer shop for pastry/baking supplies? Do you plan to sell pastries online?

You could check out PastryNet which an online community for pastry professionals.
http://www.pastrynet.com/

There's also the Association of Pastry Chefs
http://www.associationofpastrychefs.org/

You could also look at any website designed for the hospitality industry in general.