“ It is a fine thing to have ability, but the ability to discover ability in others is the true test. ”


— Elbert Hubbard

For students who want to open their own business...

Whether you are thinking of majoring in Entrepreneurship or thinking about starting-up a business after graduating from college, you should take a look at these suggestions. Follow these tips and you will be better prepared to take that big leap.


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Here is something for you.

There are 40 ..... a few weeks ago this came through and 40 were proven to exist.
How many squares do you see?

Take a look at this video and get INSPIRED! Start TODAY.

This little mom and pop shop started very small many years ago. The only thing they had was a small hot dog cart and a big heart and will to start their own business. They started selling hot dogs for 10 cents and drinks for 5 cents. The couple was unemployed at the time, so they decided to start their own small business. Today, it has become “Hollywood’s Hot Dog”, selling more than 2000 hot dogs a day.
Maybe this story will inspire you too to get your dream small business idea started. We can help.

Are you already using Pinterest?

We've been touting Pinterest as a great (and sometimes better) use of social media for small business. Pinterest can be a great way for your company to interact with your customers and get your name out there.

Well you don't have to take our word for it just see how these 9 businesses are getting exposure by using Pinterest Contests.

Click here to read more on this very interesting article that will give you many ideas on how to interact with your clients

Lender Matchmaker Event for Small Businesses

 

Pee Dee Region Small Business

Lender Matchmaker Event

October 18, 2012

Florence Civic Center

3300 West Radio Drive

Florence, S.C. 29501

Learning

First, become educated on the various financial strategies and programs available to small businesses.

Networking

Then, take advantage of an opportunity to hold several one-on-one meetings with financial lenders and resource professionals to determine the best method to acquire funding for your business venture.

Registration available on September 7, 2012 at

www.SCBizNetwork.com

Cost:    $30 registration fee

For more information, contact Greg Davis
at 803-737-0601
gdavis@SCcommerce.com

Sponsored by :

• South Carolina Department of Commerce
• Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
• South Carolina Bankers Association
• South Carolina Credit Union League
• South Carolina Small Business Development Centers
• South Carolina Chamber of Commerce
• United States Department of Agriculture, Rural Development
• United States Small Business Administration
• NFIB (National Federation of Independent Businesses) 

Avoid these 6 recipes for business disaster

Starting up a business can be a daunting experience and tips for business success can be very helpful to achieve your goals. But what if there are also some recipes for disaster? You may want to know them, right?


Here are 6, along with information on how to avoid them to increase your chances for business success.

1. Get rich quick

2. If things are going south, work harder

3. Nurture the weak

4. Measure revenue from the top line

5. Focus on your wallet

6. Turn your hobby into a business

To read more on these tips click on the following link:

Avoid these 6 recipes for business disaster