SmallBizMentor: October 2006 Archives

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Oct30	SBA Names 2006 Minority Small Business Person of the Year Melonie Murray October 30, 2006 Know More: Entrepreneurs, Small Business 2.0, Small Business SmallBizMentor would like to congratulate Miguel Galarza, a San Francisco construction firm owner who has been named the SBA's 2006 Minority Small Business Person of the Year. Mr. Galarza will be honored next week in San Francisco for his accomplishments as president and owner of Yerba Buena Engineering & Construction, Inc. Originally started in 2002 with a staff of six and a revenue of $350,000, Yerba Buena now employs 35 and is expected to bring in over $10 million in sales. Thanks to the assistance of an SBA business development plan, Mr. Galarza learned how to gain federal contracts to build his business. He has received multiple honors for his community work and service in addition to his financial accomplishments, demonstrating that customers aren't the only people small business owners should serve -- we should also serve our communities through schools and other important venues. Posted at 9:21 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct27	Get Paid to Drive -- Or Pay Someone to Drive Melonie Murray October 27, 2006 I just spotted a little article that got me thinking. It's about "getting paid to drive". Basically, the premise (or promise?) is that licensed drivers over the age of 18 can get a free car or money in their pockets... Continue Reading Posted at 5:15 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct26	The Pitfalls of Jumping on Bandwagons Melonie Murray October 26, 2006 Remember how we've discussed how important it is that you actually believe in the causes your business claims to support if you think you can garner good publicity from assisting an organization or participating in a process? Green business is... Continue Reading Posted at 5:05 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct25	Wednesday Writer Tips: What To Do When You Retire Melonie Murray October 25, 2006 If you take a quick peek at the Know More categories I'm posting this under, it's because this isn't just for those of you who are already writing. So take note, entrepreneurs with artistic streaks or stories to tell! Today I... Continue Reading Posted at 8:38 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct24	Hire Perky, Professional People to Answer Your Phone! Melonie Murray October 24, 2006 So I had to call in to pay a bill this morning and the phone system couldn't process it for me (I love technology), so I got kicked over to a call center rep. Now, I always wonder what I'm... Continue Reading Posted at 7:58 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct23	Free Magazine Available for "Mompreneurs" Melonie Murray October 23, 2006 Women entrepreneurs who have struck out on their own while remaining the primary care providers for their kids can sometimes have a challenge ahead when it comes to building their business, networking and gaining essential support, and blending or balancing... Continue Reading Posted at 2:42 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct20	Win Five Grand in the Avery Wizard Sweepstakes Melonie Murray October 20, 2006 Would five grand help things pick up around your office? It'd sure help around mine! That's why a new sweepstakes from Avery caught my eye today, and I just had to pass on the details to you as well. Turns... Continue Reading Posted at 8:25 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct19	SmallBizMentor's Incredible Hall of Acclaim Melonie Murray October 19, 2006 Are you a small- or home-based business owner who is blogging or operating a website that offers other small biz folk absolutely incredible resources? You're going to want to check out the new award program that Know More Media has... Continue Reading Posted at 9:17 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct18	Wednesday Writer Tips: Deadlines You Need to Meet Melonie Murray October 18, 2006 Can you believe we're already past the middle of October? Before you get too busy making plans for the holidays, the writers in our bunch will want to check out these deadlines and apply or schedule travel as necessary. You... Continue Reading Posted at 8:31 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct17	Salvaging a Customer Service "Situation" Melonie Murray October 17, 2006 Just a few days ago I shared a lousy customer service situation I was dealing with and discussed the many ways a company started out doing well, then headed downhill fast. The bad news is that even though yesterday was... Continue Reading Posted at 5:41 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct13	Communication is KEY in Good Customer Service Melonie Murray October 13, 2006 Did you ever see one of your teachers outside of school, at the grocery for instance, and suddenly realize that they had a life outside of the realm in which you always envisioned them? I had the reverse happen today... Continue Reading Posted at 10:02 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct12	What Business Will You Start? Melonie Murray October 12, 2006 What sort of hobbies do you enjoy that you could turn into a business opportunity? Are you hopelessly addicted to scrapbooking and rubber stamping? Or are you a complete doormat when it comes to pets of all types? If you're... Continue Reading Posted at 9:25 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Starting a Business (for Businesses) on a Budget Melonie Murray October 12, 2006 I'm a big fan of finding a good niche and sticking with it to build a business you feel passionate about. If your passion is working with other business owners, and you envy franchisees who have gotten started without reinventing... Continue Reading Posted at 5:40 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Small Biz Websites: Five Myths Debunked Melonie Murray October 12, 2006 In the past I've tried to impress upon small- and home-based business owners how important a website can be to their company, whether they plan to sell "something" from it or not. You don't have to be an online merchant... Continue Reading Posted at 4:19 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct11	Professional Association for Home-Based Working Moms Melonie Murray October 11, 2006 Thanks to my colleague Marta Wells, over at WorkFromHomeMomma, I was pointed toward Home-Based Working Moms (HBWM), a professional association and online networking community founded in 1995 by Lesley Spencer Pyle. This looks like a pretty interesting group, with some... Continue Reading Posted at 2:24 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct10	"Vetrepreneurial" Opportunities for Military Veterans Melonie Murray October 10, 2006 According to G.I. Jobs, franchising is a hot target for veterans who want to put their strengths to work on the civilian market as small business owners. With millions of veterans living across the nation and several hundred thousand transitioning... Continue Reading Posted at 9:42 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct 6	Customer Service Bloopers Melonie Murray October 6, 2006 Craftrends magazine recently ran an article in their Consumer View section with a hit list of the five frustrations that probably plague stores everywhere. If you're operating a small business, it's even more important that you stress to your employees... Continue Reading Posted at 10:55 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct 4	Staying Safe: Home Internet Security Melonie Murray October 4, 2006 I realize that most of us would love to be able to have an IT guy on staff, but the reality of being a small- or home-based business owner is that you are often the Chief Cook and Bottle-Washer. You're... Continue Reading Posted at 4:30 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Are You Thinking Pink? Melonie Murray October 4, 2006 Granted October is a time when we're surrounded by pink thanks to Breast Cancer Awareness Month (check out Workerette.com for some fantastic goodies and tips for lowering risks of breast cancer, by the way!), but the pink I'm thinking of... Continue Reading Posted at 2:50 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct 3	Captain Organic Tries to Save the World... Melonie Murray October 3, 2006 ...One pizza at a time! Okay, I know it sounds hokey, but I just finished reading a great blurb in EatingWell magazine about a small business with a huge heart. As it turns out, the owner of Galactic Pizza in... Continue Reading Posted at 8:33 PM \| Permalink \| Comments

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Oct30	SBA Names 2006 Minority Small Business Person of the Year Melonie Murray October 30, 2006 Know More: Entrepreneurs, Small Business 2.0, Small Business SmallBizMentor would like to congratulate Miguel Galarza, a San Francisco construction firm owner who has been named the SBA's 2006 Minority Small Business Person of the Year. Mr. Galarza will be honored next week in San Francisco for his accomplishments as president and owner of Yerba Buena Engineering & Construction, Inc. Originally started in 2002 with a staff of six and a revenue of $350,000, Yerba Buena now employs 35 and is expected to bring in over $10 million in sales. Thanks to the assistance of an SBA business development plan, Mr. Galarza learned how to gain federal contracts to build his business. He has received multiple honors for his community work and service in addition to his financial accomplishments, demonstrating that customers aren't the only people small business owners should serve -- we should also serve our communities through schools and other important venues. Posted at 9:21 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct27	Get Paid to Drive -- Or Pay Someone to Drive Melonie Murray October 27, 2006 I just spotted a little article that got me thinking. It's about "getting paid to drive". Basically, the premise (or promise?) is that licensed drivers over the age of 18 can get a free car or money in their pockets... Continue Reading Posted at 5:15 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct26	The Pitfalls of Jumping on Bandwagons Melonie Murray October 26, 2006 Remember how we've discussed how important it is that you actually believe in the causes your business claims to support if you think you can garner good publicity from assisting an organization or participating in a process? Green business is... Continue Reading Posted at 5:05 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct25	Wednesday Writer Tips: What To Do When You Retire Melonie Murray October 25, 2006 If you take a quick peek at the Know More categories I'm posting this under, it's because this isn't just for those of you who are already writing. So take note, entrepreneurs with artistic streaks or stories to tell! Today I... Continue Reading Posted at 8:38 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct24	Hire Perky, Professional People to Answer Your Phone! Melonie Murray October 24, 2006 So I had to call in to pay a bill this morning and the phone system couldn't process it for me (I love technology), so I got kicked over to a call center rep. Now, I always wonder what I'm... Continue Reading Posted at 7:58 AM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct23	Free Magazine Available for "Mompreneurs" Melonie Murray October 23, 2006 Women entrepreneurs who have struck out on their own while remaining the primary care providers for their kids can sometimes have a challenge ahead when it comes to building their business, networking and gaining essential support, and blending or balancing... Continue Reading Posted at 2:42 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct20	Win Five Grand in the Avery Wizard Sweepstakes Melonie Murray October 20, 2006 Would five grand help things pick up around your office? It'd sure help around mine! That's why a new sweepstakes from Avery caught my eye today, and I just had to pass on the details to you as well. Turns... Continue Reading Posted at 8:25 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct19	SmallBizMentor's Incredible Hall of Acclaim Melonie Murray October 19, 2006 Are you a small- or home-based business owner who is blogging or operating a website that offers other small biz folk absolutely incredible resources? You're going to want to check out the new award program that Know More Media has... Continue Reading Posted at 9:17 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct18	Wednesday Writer Tips: Deadlines You Need to Meet Melonie Murray October 18, 2006 Can you believe we're already past the middle of October? Before you get too busy making plans for the holidays, the writers in our bunch will want to check out these deadlines and apply or schedule travel as necessary. You... Continue Reading Posted at 8:31 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct17	Salvaging a Customer Service "Situation" Melonie Murray October 17, 2006 Just a few days ago I shared a lousy customer service situation I was dealing with and discussed the many ways a company started out doing well, then headed downhill fast. The bad news is that even though yesterday was... Continue Reading Posted at 5:41 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct13	Communication is KEY in Good Customer Service Melonie Murray October 13, 2006 Did you ever see one of your teachers outside of school, at the grocery for instance, and suddenly realize that they had a life outside of the realm in which you always envisioned them? I had the reverse happen today... Continue Reading Posted at 10:02 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct12	What Business Will You Start? Melonie Murray October 12, 2006 What sort of hobbies do you enjoy that you could turn into a business opportunity? Are you hopelessly addicted to scrapbooking and rubber stamping? Or are you a complete doormat when it comes to pets of all types? If you're... Continue Reading Posted at 9:25 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Starting a Business (for Businesses) on a Budget Melonie Murray October 12, 2006 I'm a big fan of finding a good niche and sticking with it to build a business you feel passionate about. If your passion is working with other business owners, and you envy franchisees who have gotten started without reinventing... Continue Reading Posted at 5:40 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Small Biz Websites: Five Myths Debunked Melonie Murray October 12, 2006 In the past I've tried to impress upon small- and home-based business owners how important a website can be to their company, whether they plan to sell "something" from it or not. You don't have to be an online merchant... Continue Reading Posted at 4:19 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct11	Professional Association for Home-Based Working Moms Melonie Murray October 11, 2006 Thanks to my colleague Marta Wells, over at WorkFromHomeMomma, I was pointed toward Home-Based Working Moms (HBWM), a professional association and online networking community founded in 1995 by Lesley Spencer Pyle. This looks like a pretty interesting group, with some... Continue Reading Posted at 2:24 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct10	"Vetrepreneurial" Opportunities for Military Veterans Melonie Murray October 10, 2006 According to G.I. Jobs, franchising is a hot target for veterans who want to put their strengths to work on the civilian market as small business owners. With millions of veterans living across the nation and several hundred thousand transitioning... Continue Reading Posted at 9:42 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct 6	Customer Service Bloopers Melonie Murray October 6, 2006 Craftrends magazine recently ran an article in their Consumer View section with a hit list of the five frustrations that probably plague stores everywhere. If you're operating a small business, it's even more important that you stress to your employees... Continue Reading Posted at 10:55 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct 4	Staying Safe: Home Internet Security Melonie Murray October 4, 2006 I realize that most of us would love to be able to have an IT guy on staff, but the reality of being a small- or home-based business owner is that you are often the Chief Cook and Bottle-Washer. You're... Continue Reading Posted at 4:30 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
	Are You Thinking Pink? Melonie Murray October 4, 2006 Granted October is a time when we're surrounded by pink thanks to Breast Cancer Awareness Month (check out Workerette.com for some fantastic goodies and tips for lowering risks of breast cancer, by the way!), but the pink I'm thinking of... Continue Reading Posted at 2:50 PM \| Permalink \| Comments
Oct 3	Captain Organic Tries to Save the World... Melonie Murray October 3, 2006 ...One pizza at a time! Okay, I know it sounds hokey, but I just finished reading a great blurb in EatingWell magazine about a small business with a huge heart. As it turns out, the owner of Galactic Pizza in... Continue Reading Posted at 8:33 PM \| Permalink \| Comments

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