Educate First . . . For Success
Exponential growth is not based on the number of e-mail or print ads you send out or the circulation of the publication containing your ad, it is based on the willingness of people to contact you or to pass your information on to someone they know will be interested. The Missing Link
While there are many components of effective communication, entrepreneurs should begin with the most critical, the message. You must take your vision and translate it into a clear, focused and compelling message that can be conveyed to all stakeholders. How to Profit From Networking
Sales are frequently developed through the relationships we have created with other people. Networking functions provide the opportunity to expand our contact list, particularly when we create and nurture quality relationships. Here are five strategies to make networking profitable. Is Your Domain Name Hurting Your Sales?
Choosing a domain name is an important part of the overall marketing process and should not be taken lightly. Make sure your domain name represents your company, product and image, and you'll be setting a great foundation for future sales. Honing Your Pitch
If you’re getting ready to launch a new product or service, or even a new company, chances are you’ve spent a lot of time, effort, and probably money to prepare for the roll-out. But how much time have you spent developing and practicing what to say? If you’re like most business people, probably not a lot, and that can come back to bite you. Growing Pains
When an organization has not been fully successful in developing the internal systems it needs at a given stage of growth, it begins to experience “growing pains.” Growing pains are symptoms that an organization needs to make a transition. This article examines in detail the most common organizational growing pains. Houston Entrepreneur News
Local Houston news of relevance to Houston entrepreneurs plus highlights of news coverage of Houston entrepreneurs. Houston Entrepreneurs
Profiles and biographies of Houston's entrepreneurs large & small. Ernst & Young Names Top Houston Entrepreneurs
At an awards banquet at the Hyatt Regency last week, Ernst & Young named this year's Houston Entrepreneur of the Year® award recipients in eight categories. Getting PR in Houston
In business the good use of public relations and the media is often crucial. Doesn’t matter how good you are if they don’t know you’re out there. But, there are certain realities to remember about getting media coverage in Houston. Houston Entrepreneur Organizations
A listing of Houston entrepreneur support organizations and associations, plus links to several other similar lists. What's In A Name?
PR firm loses name lawsuit Remembering the "R" in "PR"
With the ready availability of mass communications, it has become very easy to reach the media on a large scale through email blasts, media alerts, and wire services. But just reaching them isn't enough - you also have to reach them effectively and catch their attention to get coverage. We often focus so much on the "P" - Public(ity) - that we forget that the "R" in PR stands for Relations(hips). Free Panel Discussion on Entrepreneurship
The technology industry is in its worst slump and jobs are emigrating to India and other countries. Would you rather wait for an economic turnaround or be the master of your destiny? First Impressions
Within the first three seconds of a new encounter, you are evaluated… even if it is just a glance. More Publicity = Less Privacy
If you're an entrepreneur, you want all the online publicity you can get. On the other hand, you'd still like to keep your personal life private. How do you find a good balance between publicity and privacy when you know that more publicity equals less privacy? This article will show you how to balance those concerns, as well as take steps to regain some online privacy you've already lost. Online Business Networking Tip: Make the Right First Impression
Developing and maintaining a good reputation is essential for any networking, but especially for online networking. It takes time to develop a solid reputation, but only an instant to lose it, so you must take care in how you participate in networking communities. Developing a systematic approach to how you initiate your participation is one way to consistently create a good first impression. Online Business Networking Tip: Be Prepared
The purpose of networking is to connect with people. One of the key differences between traditional networking and online networking is the ability to have a robust personal profile that is publicly accessible. That profile is a 24/7/365 invitation for other people to connect to you, and you want to do everything you can to make yourself "attractive" online. Top Ten Tips: How To Keep Your Job In Today's Economy
If you've got a job working for someone else, and want to keep that job, here are ten tongue-in-cheek techniques which you absolutely must follow in order to keep your job today. Reading this will remind you how glad you are you work for yourself. Entrepreneur’s Guide to Successful Trade Press Publicity
There are many benefits to hiring professionals to help you develop effective PR and marketing campaigns; however, if you lack cash, you don’t have to choose between hiring an outside firm or doing nothing at all. Instead, do some of the work yourself. By following a few useful tips, you can go a long way toward gaining the valuable visibility you’ll need to be successful. What Form Will You Do Business In?
This article describes the differences among the six basic business organizational structures used by for-profit businesses in the United States. Scott Allen Radio Interview on Entrepreneur Radio
As an entrepreneur, have you ever felt overwhelmed trying to figure out how to use online opportunities to grow your business? Romanus Wolter, the Kick Start Guy, spoke recently with Scott Allen, About.com’s Entrepreneurs Guide, about action steps you can take to save time and money by networking online to grow your business. Top 10 Tips for Outsourcing Success
Entrepreneurs and small businesspeople are always looking for creative ways to accomplish more of their business goals for less money. One strategy that can help you save time, money and frustration as you start and build your business is to outsource as much work as possible to skilled, but cost-effective, external service providers. SBA-Backed Loans to Small Businesses Up
The number of small businesses receiving loans backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration through the first two quarters of FY 2003 is up by more than 35 percent, compared to the same period a year ago, with the most significant increases coming in loans to minorities, women and veterans. "E" Is For "Everything"???
The Internet is here to stay. How can it benefit small local businesses - and what's currently going wrong? Here are some key elements that prevent many Web site owners from maximizing the potential of their Internet-based activities. | 