How much pro bono work should you accept? How should you choose the customers? And how do you ensure these friendly freebies don't land you in the scope creep sinkhole?
Today we found some great articles on things to say yes to for a happy life, foods you should make instead of buy, and money mistakes to avoid if you want to be rich.
Wouldn't it be nice if you could run a free online coupon deal and wake up the next morning to learn you'd sold two thousand pre-paid dinners or event tickets? Maybe, maybe not.
Incentives, video presentations, testimonials... those are just a few of the terrific sales improvement tips you'll find inside, all for the low, low price of a mouse click.
Getting a business up and running is usually expensive. But once yours is a going concern, you can turn some of those costs into standard business deductions.
Today we found some great articles on apps that make your home smarter, summer items you can buy at the dollar store, and cheap date ideas that won’t skimp on the romance.
File this one under "Wow, that's a great idea... or is it?"
Scientists at Johns Hopkins University have developed a mosquito containing a gene that makes it resistant to the malaria virus. [more]
My friends at Itchmo, Ben and Emily Huh, recently reminded me that Petsmart offers a complimentary day of doggie day camp at participating locations.
Need a day off from your fun-loving dogs? [more]
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How Much Pro Bono Work Is Too Much?
How much pro bono work should you accept? How should you choose the customers? And how do you ensure these friendly freebies don't land you in the scope creep sinkhole?
Best Money Tips: Things to Say Yes to for a Happy Life
Today we found some great articles on things to say yes to for a happy life, foods you should make instead of buy, and money mistakes to avoid if you want to be rich.
Dealing With Problem Employees: The Basics of Progressive Discipline
You never want to fire anyone. As a business owner you want to lead, develop, and empower people.
Food Truck Envy: Should You Jump on This Hot Food Trend?
If you live in a city, you may wonder if it's time to quit your day job and join the legions of food truck owners you see around town.
To Groupon or Not to Groupon: The Cost of Offering Deep Discounts
Wouldn't it be nice if you could run a free online coupon deal and wake up the next morning to learn you'd sold two thousand pre-paid dinners or event tickets? Maybe, maybe not.
How to Gather Free Marketing Intel
These free and inexpensive approaches to marketing intelligence can help you better understand your target customers.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Earn Money Quickly
Today we found some great articles on ways to earn money quickly, websites where you can swap and save, and tips to find cheap hotel rooms.
3 Ways to Get Tax-Free Income from Your Corporation
Some days it seems you're working for nobody but the taxman. Here's how you can keep a little of it for yourself.
How to Write a Sales Pitch That Sells
Copy a few tricks from a copywriter and create compelling copy -- and compelling sales.
Creating a Campaign on the Fly: Lessons from SXSW
The kids at SXSW raised $120,000 for the Red Cross with just a twitter feed and a website. In less than week. With no advance planning.
7 Easy Ways to Sell More
Incentives, video presentations, testimonials... those are just a few of the terrific sales improvement tips you'll find inside, all for the low, low price of a mouse click.
How to Write Off Start-Up Costs
Getting a business up and running is usually expensive. But once yours is a going concern, you can turn some of those costs into standard business deductions.
Cell Phones as Tax-Free Fringe Benefits
Due to changes in tax law, employers can now offer employees cell phones as a tax free benefit.
Best Money Tips: Going Green this Holiday Season
Today we found some great articles on going green this holiday season, strategies for last-minute Christmas shopping, and tips for a top resume.
Best Money Tips: Apps for a Smarter Home
Today we found some great articles on apps that make your home smarter, summer items you can buy at the dollar store, and cheap date ideas that won’t skimp on the romance.
Simple Ways to Shop Around
Whether shopping for a wedding, the latest gadget, or a holiday gift, the Internet is your best friend in scoping deals. Save big with these tips.
Packing it in - The Independent of London issues a challenge
The Compact is giving up all new purchases in a year, bar food and medicine, to save the environment.
Malaria-Resistant Mosquito: Frugal Research or Future Pox?
File this one under "Wow, that's a great idea... or is it?" Scientists at Johns Hopkins University have developed a mosquito containing a gene that makes it resistant to the malaria virus. [more]
Free Day of Doggie Camp
My friends at Itchmo, Ben and Emily Huh, recently reminded me that Petsmart offers a complimentary day of doggie day camp at participating locations. Need a day off from your fun-loving dogs? [more]
And the winners are...(drum roll please)
Hey folks. Sorry it's taken me a while to post the results of my two little competitions, I have been on a well-earned vacation. [more]