Monthly Archives: September 2009

Best Small Business Phone Service that Fits the Budget

by Melanie James Posted on September 30, 2009

Many small business owners today are incorporating VoIP phone systems to enhance their customer service. If you are planning to subscribe to a small business telephone service, what key features should you look for? Hosted VoIP or VoIP PBX – … Continue reading →

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Advantages of Using A Hosted VoIP Phone Service for A Small Business

by Melanie James Posted on September 27, 2009

For small businesses, subscribing to a hosted VoIP telephone service can truly help stretch a limited budget. Have you discovered the benefits that a hosted PBX VoIP system can bring to your company? Consider the following advantages: Handle multiple calls … Continue reading →

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How To Break Office Lease Without Being Penalized?

by Melanie James Posted on September 23, 2009

In some instances, a business owner must make the decision to give up its current lease location. Perhaps the business isn’t going as expected and moving to a different location is a better choice. This article discusses possible options for … Continue reading →

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Common Operating Costs Of Office Space Leases

by Melanie James Posted on September 17, 2009

To determine the operating costs involved in a commercial real estate lease, it’s important to know exactly what services would be provided by your landlord. Generally, services that are provided for a leased office space are electricity, cleaning services, security, … Continue reading →

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How Your Business Can Accept Credit Card Payments

by Melanie James Posted on September 13, 2009

Accepting credit card payments is definitely a huge advantage for any business. With the popularity of internet shopping, many consumers today prefer the convenience and cost-effectiveness of shopping online. Thus, if you don’t accept credit card payments, you could be … Continue reading →

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Prepaid Debit Cards – Why Advantageous for Merchants

by Melanie James Posted on September 10, 2009

Prepaid debit cards have been introduced in the market for quite some time. To keep up with the competition, different issuers have enhanced it’s features to make them more flexible and user-friendly. Today, prepaid cards are not just ideal for … Continue reading →

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Your Business and Your Manpower

by Melanie James Posted on September 7, 2009

When you started your small business, you may have done all the tasks on your own. However, as your business grows, you may be thinking that it’s about time to hire helping hands so you can be more efficient in … Continue reading →

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Full-time Employees or Independent Contractors –Which to Choose?

by Melanie James Posted on September 3, 2009

If you have been managing your home business for a year or longer, perhaps you are considering about hiring employees. Home based business entrepreneurs have two choices- to hire permanent employees or to hire independent contractors. Before making a decision, … Continue reading →

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