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Small Business Success: Starting Your Business Part-Time  By : John Bradford Love Ten advantages to starting your business part-time. The Trouble With Business Goodwill  By : Dr Alan Dowler Setting-up a company is usually a relatively easy process; but now closing it down again is likely to prove much more troublesome and expensive. First there is the administration. You have to notify suppliers and customers. Apart from that there are the tax challenges: in short, there are tax reliefs available that ease the way for the self-employed to incorporate, but there are no comparable tax reliefs to assist disincorporation. Instead, there are additional potential tax liabilities that may be generated as a result of the merry-go-round of setting up and closing down a company. The most costly of these is the possible treatment of business goodwill. For example, say you have a fairly typical small firm, which might be regarded as having goodwill worth £50,000. The ‘goodwill value’, which will often need to be agreed with the Inland Revenue, is generally calculated on the basis of a multiple of prior years’ profits (three years in many sectors). As part of the assistance provided to incorporation, a ‘tax election’ can be made by the sole trader under which no tax is paid on the gift of the transfer of goodwill, which would otherwise be deemed as transferred at market value. But the situation is horribly different on disincorporation. The business’s goodwill might by now have increased to £60,000, but there is no equivalent tax election available for the company. This means that tax is payable, at 19 per cent, on the full £60,000 transferred goodwill. Additionally, the individual would be treated as if they were paid a dividend of the £60,000 – generating personal tax on the entire sum. And any property transferred to a company on incorporation could generate a similar tax penalty of that of goodwill on disincorporation. The situation is less clear with IT equipment and cars given to a company, where the tax treatment will depend on circumstance. If all this sounds complicated, that’s because it is. Indeed, it is doubtful many businesses would become incorporated if they knew all of the complicated hassle involved should they decide to shut up shop. This in turn leads to the situation where many one-person companies are likely to opt to quietly ditch the company, unaware of the risks involved. Some may omit to close the company bank account or continue to use company stationery, making it difficult to claim that they are not still trading as a company. People who are trading on the basis of their own name might be regarded as having, de facto, taken the goodwill out of the company, generating the type of tax bill which I’ve outlined above. It will be very easy for the Revenue to ask questions about what has happened to the company, aware of the likely tax liability arising from the goodwill treatment. If many small businesses opt to disincorporate, the tax generated for the Revenue could be significant. There may be a slight glimmer of hope for some businesses recently incorporated, and which now want to disincorporate. Recent asset transfers may not have yet been assessed by the Inland Revenue and there could be scope for negotiation on the goodwill valuation. Many sole traders who have converted into companies will find their best option is accepting that disincorporation has more penalties than benefits. But it is important to put the issue of goodwill into perspective. Many companies will have valued goodwill when they incorporated, and will indeed need to be careful if they wish to disincorporate. Companies which exist to market one person’s services, however, will often own no goodwill, because what goodwill there is attaches to the director personally: so for many of the very small companies that will now wish to return to unincorporated status, there should be no goodwill problem. For the rest of us, however, less of minefield in this area would be greatly appreciated. How does outsourcing affect the today’s graduates?  By : Jason Creighton There is a vast array of process that can be outsourced, everything from lower skilled jobs in call centres to risk analytics in banking. From BPO (Business Process Outsourcing) to KPO (Knowledge Process Outsourcing) there is nothing sacred in the world of global economics. So where does that leave today’s youth? What subjects should they study that can never be outsourced? To determine this list we must first look at where outsourcing has come from and where it could possibly lead. The Importance Of Rebranding Your Business  By : Dr Alan Dowler The vagaries of public taste can be the curse of many small businesses but one company has shown that a little marketing savvy can go a long way and help turn an out-of-fashion product into a desirable consumer foodstuff. Forget the humble pilchard. In its place is now the Cornish sardine. Develop your business in franchise form!  By : Diego Banuelos These days you hear this word very often, and it is used in many different ways, supposing that we know the meaning. More than once during meetings or in a casual conversation, we hear of an opening a food store, clothing store, or services in an area, and the same store already exists in different states and sometimes around the world, and they are successful. Of course, you are thinking that this is enviable; however, did you ever consider the possibility of having your own franchise system? Find out how it is possible to get a one hundred thousand no documentation business line of credit easily.  By : Paul Chavez A How To Guide to Receiving $100K Business Line of Credit with No Documentation In todays market, it is not easy to obtain capital. As more and more banks go belly up, lenders are increasingly making it more difficult to obtain capital. I can demonstrate how you can get unsecured business loans with How To Devise Your Business Strategy  By : Dr Alan Dowler It is widely accepted that after their defeat in World War II, the Japanese were the first to embrace the ideal of 'business is war'. This means that business uses the ideas of the battlefield and applies them to the world of business. You do not need any documentation to get a $100,00 Line of Credit for your business.  By : Paul Chavez How to Get a $100,000 No Documentation Business Line of Credit. In todays market, it is not easy to obtain capital. As more and more banks go belly up, lenders are increasingly making it more difficult to obtain capital. I can demonstrate how you can get unsecured business loans with no traditionall Getting New Business: Closing Consulting Deals  By : arstringfellow Learn this surefire process for closing consulting deals, and you’ll soon be landing plenty of assignments to keep you busy. This approach is so effective, you’ll end up with a positive result every time. Nicola Tesla: The Worlds Most Popular Unknown Inventor.  By : J. Chord Nicola Tesla may be totally unknown to you. He was known for his battle with Thomas Edison, bizzare attitudes, fear of germs, and his tragic decline into old age. But most of all, he altered the world for all time with electric power distribution. Think of this: how many really fundamental aspec Raising Business Finance: The Entrepreneurs’ Journey to Executing Their Plan  By : Naz Daud Raising business finance can often be one of the most challenging times for an entrepreneur. However, part of entrepreneurialism is perseverance and determination. You have to be prepared for getting knocked down if you want to succeed. Whoever Said Self-Employment Is a Piece Of Cake Has Never Tried It.  By : donyates For many people the attraction of being in business for themselves is an alluring offer. Their idea of being independent by being their own boss affords them to have a more lay back lifestyle. The truth is, they don’t have a well enough understanding on what self sustainability entails. Make a profit and leave social programs to the Government.  By : donyates Being in businesses serves one purpose and one purpose only, and that is to turn a profit for its owners or stake holders. People who begrudge businesses for making a profit don’t fully understand their purpose. In a capitalistic system such as that found in the United States, profit is the soul purpose of any business endeavor. Rate Negotiation for Independent Consultants  By : arstringfellow Setting rates and quoting projects based on the value you provide is a technique used by the most savvy consultants. Using value-based pricing can sometimes allow you to command higher fees than you normally would by charging per the hour. The Advantages And Pitfalls Of Self Employment  By : donyates Thousands of people go into business for themselves each day, only a very become successful. Here is a sampling of business ideas and their possibilities. Stay focused, be diligent and most of all proceed with caution. How To Set The Business Agenda  By : Dr Alan Dowler We often hear the phrase bandied about to 'set the agenda' for certain issues. These are usually issues that you what you want to be debated, a debate which, as an authority figure, you can lead! Online Tools Make Inventing Easy!  By : William J. Lund With the amazing tools available to everyone online inventing is easier than ever. From researching an idea, searching patents, and developing prototypes, to raising money, manufacturing, and distribution, everything is much easier and faster by tapping into the power of the internet. Where Have All The Mom and Pop Stores Gone?  By : Jimmy Raley Where have all the brick-and-mortar Mom and Pop stores gone? The have moved to the Internet, but how can they compete with the big stores? How I Raised the Money for My Invention - A Selective Asparagus Harvesting Machine  By : William J. Lund I was able to raise money several times to fund my selective asparagus harvester invention. Here is the story of how I did it, several times. The second time began with building an asparagus harvester website. How To Make The Best Use Of Ecommerce  By : Dr Alan Dowler A business is not viable merely because it trades on the Internet. The net is a medium, nothing more, nothing less - like the phone or the radio - so let’s not get dazzled by its special features. Why, then, does every daily newspaper contain a business section on the net? Why does every billboard advert and every TV commercial carry a web address? Made In China - Getting Our Product Manufactured in China  By : William J. Lund Our experiences with getting our hot water demand system pump manufactured in China. Good translation along with a willingness to travel is essential. Seven Tips for Fine-Tuning Your Business Writing Skills  By : Ankur Writing skills are important in business because clients often use them to measure a company's ability. Customers tend to have a negative view of firms that misspell names, use vague phrases, disseminate written materials with many errors, and use a condescending tone. Fortunately, there are several techniques that can be used to ensure that written messages are clear and accurate, and that they are composed concisely and quickly. Business writers should keep their documents short and simple, specific and devoid of generalizations, and correct in terms of grammar, punctuation an spelling. They should also use the active voice, arrange their sentences with parallel structure, organize their writing by following an outline, and use a tone that will give readers a positive mental picture of [the] writer. Fifteen common usage errors to avoid are enumerated. How To Get The Best Price For Your Business  By : Dr Alan Dowler Many firms just eke out a living for their owners – and only when they sell do they make the sort of ‘real’ money that makes the whole process worthwhile. Art and Poetry even in Your Bar Chairs  By : Tony Nibbinsworth Interior design is a highly personal thing - people like different designs - but don't let your own tastes hurt your potential profits... The Secrets Of Marketing Your Business  By : Dr Alan Dowler Planning really is the key to successful integrated marketing. All the different elements need to be thought through and developed to work together in harmony: advertising, brochures, promotions, direct mail, telesales, pricing policy, discounts, PR, websites, email, packaging, design, customer service etc. etc. Telesales Tactics For Your Business - Unleashing Entrepreneurism In Your B2C Business  By : Naz Daud In business to consumer telesales, the sales volume or conversion rates of your agents can make all of the difference to your businesses success. If everyone can get one more sale per day, that could make the difference between profitability and failure. Is Fear of Failure Holding You Back From Freelance Success?  By : arstringfellow Whether you realize it or not, your internal fears could be holding you back from achieving the success you deserve in your consulting career. Taking action every day towards your goals will lead you to freelance success. How to Find a Scam Free Data Entry Job  By : dina08 Work from home data entry jobs are very popular, just like other home-based jobs. It is amazing that you can simply earn up to $500 just by doing light work. And not to mention the time, energy and money saved from commuting to and from work. Restorative Yoga for Postural Fitness, Recovery, Longevity, and Happiness: my personal story, by Steve Bickel the director of MyYogaVideo.com  By : Steve Bickel About 10 years ago my stress levels had been increasing slowly. Computer project deadlines crept up on me faster than I expected. Managers in the computer industry regularly underestimate the effort required. Why is that? Some sort of internal time estimation malfunction? Not sure but it was happenin Yoga: Restorative for Athletic Health, Healing, Longevity, and Performance: my personal story, by Steve Bickel the producer of MyYogaVideo.com  By : Steve Bickel In 1999 my pain had been increasing slowly. Computer project deadlines always seemed to happen faster than I expected. Managers in the software industry regularly misjudge the effort required. Why is that? An internal time estimation malfunction? Not sure but I was caught up in it and with the impend Yoga: Restorative for Postural Fitness, Healing, Durability, and Performance: A personal account, by Steve Bickel the director of MyYogaVideo.com  By : Steve Bickel Just prior to the new millenium my postural problems had been increasing slowly. Computer software deadlines always seemed to happen faster than I expected. Managers in the computer industry regularly misjudge the effort required. Why is that? Some sort of internal time clock malfunction? Not sure bu How To Package Your Business  By : Dr Alan Dowler Why is it so difficult for those in business to figure out how much they should be charging for their services? Here is a simple approach. How to present your idea or invention to industry  By : Alastair Swanwick Many people who have come up with a great new idea find themselves presenting their idea either to a potential investor to raise capital or to a company in order to get a licensing agreement. It is likely that a lot of time and effort has gone into the idea and organising the meeting but what about the presentation and should you have a prototype? How to prototype an idea or invention  By : Alastair Swanwick Each idea is different and the best approach to prototyping depends on the specifics of the idea. However there are some basic principles that can help. The first question to ask is: “What is the prototype for?” Freelancers: It's Time to Give Yourself a Raise  By : arstringfellow One of the biggest challenges associated with a freelance career is the time required to keep our businesses running smoothly. We spend a good portion of our time marketing ourselves, invoicing our clients, and managing our taxes, which we don't get paid for. Fortunately there are ways that can help us save time and increase our billable hours. Steps to a Successful Freelance Career  By : arstringfellow Current economic conditions are tough, and many professionals are considering making the leap to independent consulting to avoid the dangers of being downsized by a large corporation. Going freelance can be scary for a number of reasons, but there are easy solutions to these common concerns, making working for yourself easier than ever before. How To Tap Into Mobile Marketing  By : Dr Alan Dowler The primary drivers behind mobile marketing are typically to build up a better profile of your customer base and establish tools to encourage regular communication on an ongoing base. Entrepreneur Responsibilities and Definition-Start a News Business  By : ksc7 In this article, you will know the definition of entrepreneur. There are many definitions of entrepreneur but sometimes because of the many definitions, you often find it hard to understand even such simple word. This article will examine how entrepreneurs make money from information Entrepreneur Business Ideas  By : Gordon Powles Entrepreneur business starts with an idea. It might not be unique but the Entrepreneur can take it and turn it into a highly profitable business venture. How To Harness The Power Of Brand Management  By : Dr Alan Dowler A number of companies have managed brands, with their associated price premium, in different markets over many decades. They have shown that it is possible to create an entity which appeals to a group of customers and, over time, becomes a very valuable asset. How To Plan Your New Business  By : Dr Alan Dowler The best business idea will, without a solid business plan that helps to secure finance, remain just that – an idea. So, if you want to get that idea off the ground and start a new business or to grow your existing business further, what do you need to consider? Different Types of Franchise Businesses  By : Nazir 1 The Franchise Business is probably not something new for you. You've probably heard about food and clothing establishments being franchised. But for those who do not have a clue, a franchise is a permission that is provided by the manufacturer or the owner to retailers or distributors to sell the manufacturers' or owners' products and or services. Fibres for Technical Textiles: Para Aramids and High Performance Polyethylene  By : Bharat Book Bureau The demand for products containing para-aramid and high performance polyethylene (HPPE) fibres is growing rapidly. Worldwide, growth in usage is estimated at around 10% per annum. In Asia it is growing by as much as 13% a year, and in China alone by 18% a year. The main competitors in the market for para-aramid fibres are DuPont Kevlar and Teijin Twaron whereas Honeywell’s Spectra and DSM Dyneema compete in the market for HPPE fibres. Global Market for Smart Fabrics and Interactive Textiles  By : Bharat Book Bureau In 2004 the global market for electrically enabled smart fabrics and interactive textile (SFIT) technologies was worth US$248.0 mn. By 2008 it is expected to be worth US$485.6 mn, representing a compound annual growth rate of 18%. SFIT technology has advanced significantly in recent years. Novel polymers, when integrated into textiles, provide a range of interactive properties such as electrical conductivity, ballistic resistance and biological protection. In the future, there will be a need for even more materials whose properties alter in response to external stimuli. Trends in US Textile and Clothing Imports  By : Bharat Book Bureau US imports of textiles and clothing grew by only 2.3% in 2006—to 52.2 bn sme (square metres equivalent)—following an increase of 8.3% in 2005 and double-digit growth in six of the seven years between 1997 and 2004. Within the 2006 total, imports of made-up textiles rose by 9.1% and their share of all imports increased for the ninth consecutive year, from 16.8% in 1997 to 32.8% in 2006. Apparel, however, continued to hold the highest share, at 43.2%, reflecting strong US demand for cheap clothing. Fabric imports, meanwhile, fell by 6.8%. Cotton dominates US imports of MFA. Anti-Static Technology in Performance Apparel  By : Bharat Book Bureau Everyday electric shocks from static electricity are a common occurrence and generally pose little risk to the human body. However, static electricity is a critical issue in the electronics industry where it causes an estimated US$5 bn worth of damage each year to electronic devices. A sudden discharge of static electricity can also cause fires or explosions in some environments. Cotton and the WTO: What has been Achieved?  By : Bharat Book Bureau The issue of cotton subsidies in developed countries is one of the most contentious and challenging ones for the World Trade Organisation (WTO). In the past the WTO has maintained that cotton should not be considered separately from other agricultural products, and the USA has supported this stance. However, the WTO stance was formally broken at the Doha Round ministerial conference in Hong Kong in December 2005, after a concerted two-and-a-half-year campaign by four West African cotton producing nations—Benin, Burkina Faso, Chad and Mali, known collectively as the C-4 group. How Entrepreneurs Start a New Business  By : Nazir 1 What is entrepreneurialism? Have you ever thought how entrepreneurs get where they are? Did starting up a business ever crossed your mind? If you have an eight-to-five job have you thought of working any hours you wish? Entrepreneurialism is not only working the hours that you want to work, but usually involves working more! It's also about taking the risk and having the initiative to realize your dreams. Have a Great Idea For An Invention? Protect Your Idea Now!  By : William J. Lund If you’ve got that great once-in-a-lifetime idea, take some steps to protect it. In the U.S. it’s the first one to think of an idea, not the first to patent. So protect it today, someone else could think of it tomorrow... Legal compliance for doing business in india / setup business in India Part 1  By : Ashish Ahuja This article describes in brief various legal compliances to be undertaken for forming a new company and thereafter doing business in India. The Part 1 of this article covers mode of company formation and its registration. Personal Behavioural Trait of an Entrepreneur  By : Robert II Smith The word entrepreneurial was coined by Richard Cantillion in the early18th century to express a unique function that must be performed in any business activity. Is Your Business An Ugly Baby?  By : Dr Alan Dowler Businesses rarely fail from lack of sales. A more common failure is to judge the market potential inaccurately. Much as we all love the concept of conducting market research, we are not so in love with the conclusions. Market research will provide the figures and facts to support a business’s plan – but are these businesses prepared to believe the results? Learn How To Create Endless Websites With The Single Click of a Button, Hypervre Review  By : Tle A brand new way to give your affiliate income a simple boost or jumpstart at no cost to you. With this software, you can multiply your affiliate earnings with this brand new free service. Allows you to instantly build hundreds of websites, each containing thousands of contextual ads promoting your affiliate links. A completely hands free income stream. Making The Correct Startup Decisions  By : Kelly Church This article discusses the choices that go along with purchasing concession equipment. Being prepared for the number of choices there are and knowing the options that are available are the best way to get into a good investment situation so money can be made. How To Get Started In The Concession Business  By : Kelly Church This article discusses the important first steps of getting started in the food concession business. Research, learning local laws, deciding on food and location, and buying equipment are all huge steps to make financially and should not be taken likely. Concession Stand Business Ideas  By : Kelly Church This article discusses the different types of concession equipment there is out there to purchase. Each type of concession equipment has both advantages and disadvantages. These must be taken into consideration before a purchase is made. How To Get Your Business Off The Ground  By : Dr Alan Dowler This is a different kind of stock-take! This is an ‘intangible audit’ which allows you to see the big picture – the true picture. Only if you study the past, can you foretell the future! It will help you to understand why customers want, or do not want, your products or services, the motives underlying their purchases, what is affecting their behaviour, and why and how customers buy, and who influences their buying decisions. Do Not Get Above Your Business  By : Godfrey Philander Young men after they get through their business training, or apprenticeship, instead of pursuing their avocation and rising in their business, will often lie about doing nothing. They say; "I have learned my business, but I am not going to be a hireling; what is the object of learning my trade or profession, unless I establish myself?'" History of Gadgets  By : Ben Anton Gizmos and gadgets bring convenience and amusement into our lives. This article explores how many of the great inventions in history stemmed from simple gadgets created by smart men and women. Teaching Our Next Generation Of Entrepreneurs  By : Dr Alan Dowler Entrepreneurship education, at all levels, could very effectively prepare and train students to start and manage new businesses. This type of education is strong and getting stronger in business schools across the country, but it needs to proliferate outside of the business domain. 10 Great Reasons to have a Spa Franchise in Australia  By : Michiel Van Kets Looking seriously at running your own business? Got a passion for something that makes you want jump out of bed and race into work to do it? It’s not for the faint-hearted. However there is another option – the franchise The Importance of Entrepreneurs  By : Dr Alan Dowler The last few years has seen entrepreneurial behaviour becoming increasingly acceptable within business life in the UK. Today, entrepreneurs are no longer relegated to the caricatures of Mike Baldwin, Arthur Daley and Del-Boy. Running a Business on Limited Resources.  By : Rebecca Clary So how can you run your business on limited resources? Here are a few things that I learned along the way. Creating a Business Plan  By : Jeff Wallace Creating a business plan is something anyone can do, even if you don’t know anything about business or finances. Even though the business plan is critical to getting the idea off of the ground, many entrepreneurs procrastinate when it comes to preparing a written plan. If you don’t know anything about business or finances, this is the best time to begin learning as the chances of your business being successful will be limited without this knowledge. This article offers help on creating your business plan. Building Your Business in Four Easy Steps  By : Ben Anton Building a business is no easy task. This easy to read step by step guide provides an outline to starting a business in just four easy steps. The Importance Of Making Money  By : Dr Alan Dowler Education in entrepreneurial skills is virtually non-existent in UK primary and secondary schools, as is economic knowledge in general: as a whole we lack a strong understanding of basic economics. Owner Proof your Business to Improve Performance and your Quality of Life  By : Arthur G. Scott If you own a business you need to know what “Owner proofing” is and its importance to you in quality of life and the value of your business. You may even find it difficult to let go of some of your hands on control. However, the end result will be a much improved quality of life and a better operating business. How To Create Niche Businesses To Make Money  By : Dr Alan Dowler Niche startups are good in that they offer entrepreneurs a chance to focus all their branding and marketing in one area and expand on those core customers as the business grows. After all, when you try to be everything to everybody, you wind up being nothing to anybody – and that’s the problem with ventures that are too broad. What Is Entrepreneurship?  By : Dr Alan Dowler The future of entrepreneurship lies with our young population. If a strong and sustainable entrepreneurial culture is to exist, it is essential that it is fostered at the earliest possible stage. If more emphasis is placed on teaching the basic principles of entrepreneurship, thereby encouraging people to develop commercial awareness and attaching a more outward-looking view, we would be in a better position to encourage a greater percentage of business start-ups and expansions. Google Endorses Get Google Ads Free  By : Google Buzz Roger Preston, a journalist in upstate New York, recently interviewed the guys at Google about the phenomenal success of Get Google Ads Free, the amazing system developed by Dr Jon Cohen. How to make money  By : Dr Alan Dowler This is a discussion on how to make money. The problem with making money always comes down to two things: 1. What areas should I go into (I want to be a success and make a fortune); and 2. How do I go about it in such a way that it will be a sure-fire hit? For an enterprise to be successful, you need a successful idea, or you will never make your fortune. Patel shines with Sunbelt business brokerage chain  By : SunbeltNE Patel is the Chief Executive Officer and President of Sunbelt Business Sales and Acquisitions franchise in New England that has four offices in Massachusetts, and plans to expand to another six offices over the next three years. SunbeltNE also focusses on mid-market Mergers and Acquisitions deals. Patel commands the reputation as one of the leading business brokers in entire New England. How To Harness The Law of Attraction To Improve Your Business!  By : Mal Mortoo "For any outcome you want, there is a certain way of THINKING and ACTING that will get it for you. You have to find that way of thinking and acting, and then ADOPT IT." Franchise advantages  By : bill henthorn Most people who think about buying a franchise are interested because they think it will be an instant success. There is some truth to this with larger well-known franchises. This name recognition makes the chances of success more likely and therefore the buyer feels more secure when buying the deal. - franchise articles Locating franchises for sale  By : bill henthorn Franchises are just a business under another name and a buyer can locate them the same way he would any other business. The sources for finding franchises that are up for sale are found on the Internet, in newspapers, through local business brokers, commercial brokers and major franchise offices. 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