Our previous post listed some unique holidays taking place in September, such as National Cream-Filled Donut Day and International “Talk Like a Pirate Day” (September 19th). But this month offers more than zany observances. Case in point: Business Women’s Day on Thursday 22nd. This date marks the creation of the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA) by Hilary A. Bufton Jr. in 1949. Do not be fooled by the name: Hilary was a businessman. He founded [...]

  We thank our fathers’ support and patience by taking a full day to honor them. This year, Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 19th. Got a dad who owns his own business? There are plenty of sweet and useful gifts that go beyond the traditional tie or gift certificate.       Business Cards: Chances are, dad already has business cards. After all, these are vital introductions to customers, partners, and colleagues. But you [...]

Social networking sites are more than just tools, to keep in touch with and keep track of your friends, make new friends, find old friends and spy on strangers.  They can be very useful for small business owners, if used effectively.  With social networking sites, small business owners can shape the image of a company or a brand, advertise to consumers, receive customer feedback and make consumers feel more involved with their businesses. Twitter Twitter [...]