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The Difference between QuickBooks Updates and Upgrades
October 30, 2013 by Ed Becker
About Updates QuickBooks is an exhaustingly complex piece of software that relies on over 10 million lines of C++ programming code. Intuit has been developing QuickBooks since 1998 and constantly evolving the program with new trends in technology. With such a massive codebase, it is common for small ‘bugs’ and ‘glitches’ to arise. When Intuit […]
Reaching Customers Through Text Messaging
October 30, 2013 by OSYB Staff
Text messages are the newest direct marketing media. Everyone has their phone and as soon as we hear it buzz we want to know who it is. The average text message is read in six minutes or less. What kind of marketing can you do with text messages? Read here for ideas.
4 Simple Marketing Tactics You’re Not Using (But Should Be)
October 30, 2013 by OSYB Staff
How many of these marketing tactics are you not using, and you really need to be? You have to keep your brand fresh and in people’s minds to generate more income. Here are four very easy marketing tactics that you most likely are not using but you really should be.
Where Should Your Small Business Spend Its Marketing Dollars?
October 29, 2013 by OSYB Staff
Where to invest your marketing budget is a question every small business owner asks. If you are ready to invest more into your marketing and committed to growing your business you need to invest wisely. The highest ROI is always what you want to see. Read this article to get an idea of what may […]
Tips for Combating Employee Burnout
October 29, 2013 by OSYB Staff
You work long hours and go the extra mile for your business. You have to, you own it. But when you expect the same from your employees, you may have them burnout. If an employee starts to burn out their productivity will decrease and that costs you money. Read here to find out how to […]
Use Sports Tie-Ins to Build Small Business Sales
October 28, 2013 by OSYB Staff
Sports tie-ins are a great way to increase sales on game days, and draw new customers into your business. Many different kinds of businesses can jump on sporting event related marketing. Have a game day sale or offer discounts for certain items on game day. Read here for more ideas.
What You Need to Know About Hiring Short-Term Employees
October 28, 2013 by OSYB Staff
Should you hire short term employees? It is close to the holidays in retail and food service that means seasonal employees. If you are thinking about temporary employees during a busy season you have to make sure you understand the labor laws. This article can get you started on the right path.
How Scalable Is Your Small Business?
October 27, 2013 by OSYB Staff
A key factor in the future of any small business is whether or not it is scalable. Can your business grow a lot quickly? Sometimes the answer is obvious, sometimes it is not so easy to evaluate. If you need or want to figure out how scalable your business is, this is a great article […]
