—– [Funding and Marketing Tips for Growing a Mom and Pop Business] —– The National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day is on March 29th, celebrating small, independent businesses’ enormous contribution to the US economy. These establishments employ most Americans in the labor force but constantly face the toughest financial challenges. This guide answers some […]
After the Christmas season, the next big shopping spectacle that will keep small business owners on their toes is Valentine’s Day. Below we have some tips for small business owners to keep in mind as February is just a stone’s throw away. Though it started as a religious holiday commemorating the Roman Catholic martyr St. Valentine, it […]
Barcoding systems are nifty tools that boost efficiency. In our previous discussions, we mentioned that standard-setting bodies like GS1 and ISO assigned some common business barcodes. Others, however, could be generated within the establishment that would use them. SKUs and QR codes are some of the handiest barcodes around because of their many applications. You have several options for making […]
—– [Money-Saving Tips: 20 Easy Ways to Cut Moving Costs] —– Potentially high expenses can make relocation a stressful experience. In the US, moving to a nearby city can cost over $2000, whereas longer distances may double this amount. People naturally look for ways to save money without sacrificing the integrity of their belongings, and […]
—– [Guides for Setting Up Bleeds on Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop CS6, QuarkXpress and Word] —– Label design is a vital element of packaging and branding. Its role is to capture the customers’ attention while giving them potentially life-saving information, all in a minute’s fraction. Design details are important, and they can make or break a […]
In our blog, Organizing the Office by Effectively Using Labels, we pointed out that the workspace was our control station, and a messy office could reduce our productivity. If you work from home, where children and pets run about, disorderliness is almost always a certainty. The holiday season is a busy time for business owners […]
PayPal has provided many small business owners with a secure and convenient way of collecting payments. Opening an account is easy, and so is linking it to one’s online selling site. PayPal also bridges users to shipping services, making them feel like they have instant access to the bank and post office at the same […]
This isn’t another Rollo printer review. We already did one in our blog, Best Direct Thermal Printers for Small Businesses 2020, and others have done theirs, too. Rather, this is an assessment of its accessory, the Rollo label holder, and then some. The Rollo thermal printer has been many online sellers’ go-to unit for the […]
Thanksgiving signals the start of the yuletide season in the US. People take advantage of the Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals filling the ads even before Turkey day. Traditionally, Black Friday sales take place in brick-and-mortar stores, while Cyber Monday is saved for e-commerce and 3rd party marketplace. Increasing competition blurred the lines in […]
— Which is Better for Moving—Bubble Cushioning Wrap or Newsprint Paper? — Whether you’re getting out of your garage to a new office downtown or starting your own moving company, you’re probably thinking of ways to cut packing costs. You must have asked yourself several times if bubble cushioning wrap or newsprint paper is better […]
