http://www.upublish.info/Category/Entrepreneur/164 Entrepreneur articles from U Publish Articles Rss Follow Up Thu, 21 Aug 2008 21:12:59 -0400 When rapid business growth is on the menu, you might be considering franchising as a way to sky-rocket infrastructural development and revenue acceleration. For many this is a good choice, however for others it just isnt going to work. http://www.upublish.info/Article/7-Characteristics-Of-Business-Models-Perfect-For-Franchising/154580 Mon, 18 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/7-Characteristics-Of-Business-Models-Perfect-For-Franchising/154580 Our experiences with getting our hot water demand system pump manufactured in China. Good translation along with a willingness to travel is essential. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Made-In-China---Getting-Our-Product-Manufactured-in-China/154158 Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Made-In-China---Getting-Our-Product-Manufactured-in-China/154158 When the economy goes bad, what should entrepreneurs and small businesses do? The last thing you should do is retreat. With some creativity and a little help, you can generate a lot of upside from a downturn. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Growing-Your-Business--How-To-Keep-Looking-Up-When-Things-Are-Looking-Down/154137 Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Growing-Your-Business--How-To-Keep-Looking-Up-When-Things-Are-Looking-Down/154137 Networking is vital to your business, use these tips to increase your customer base and develop alliances. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Networking-Tips-To-Increase-Your-Business/153687 Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Networking-Tips-To-Increase-Your-Business/153687 Leaving school in order to be completely self-sufficient is not something that everyone can handle, and it is certainly not something that not everyone can succeed at. This article will show you how to immediately quit college http://www.upublish.info/Article/How-To-Quit-School-And-Start-Your-Own-Business/153676 Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/How-To-Quit-School-And-Start-Your-Own-Business/153676 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? http://www.upublish.info/Article/Develop-your-business-in-franchise-form-/153521 Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Develop-your-business-in-franchise-form-/153521 There are several reasons for having your own business: independence, self realization, and wealth. But, do you really have what it takes to be an entrepreneur? The answer could be at one click. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Discover-If-You-Have-the-Entrepreneur-Blood-in-Your-Veins--and-Create-Your-Own-Business/153000 Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Discover-If-You-Have-the-Entrepreneur-Blood-in-Your-Veins--and-Create-Your-Own-Business/153000 A compilation of 6 success tips that Multimillionairs all seem to follow or have. Success does have clues, so follow the clues and the money will follow. http://www.upublish.info/Article/6-Success-Tips-from-Multimillionaire/152863 Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/6-Success-Tips-from-Multimillionaire/152863 Franchising your business can help you to achieve scale much quicker than you would otherwise be able to. It also means that you wont have to raise as much debt and equity financing as if your business decided to go it alone. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Franchising-Your-Business---What-To-Look-For-In-Franchisees/152862 Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Franchising-Your-Business---What-To-Look-For-In-Franchisees/152862 With all the demands on our time made by our business, professional and personal lives, it's quite often way too easy to place a lower requirement on networking as one of your main activities to meet new prospects and clients in your business. Little do we konow that live interactions with warm groups of business people who are looking for introductions for thier business and network are one of "The BEST" ways to grow your business. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Busy-Entrepreneurs-Guide-to-Effective-Networking/152844 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Busy-Entrepreneurs-Guide-to-Effective-Networking/152844 Volunteering for non-profit events is one thing I really love to do. One reason is because I'm not yet in a position of extreme wealth in order to give a ton of cash donations which many organizations of course need. So, instead I volunteer my time because while that is still very precious to me, it's what I have to give and I fully believe in giving to others. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Volunteering-or-giving-to-charity-to-Boost-Your-Biz/152577 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Volunteering-or-giving-to-charity-to-Boost-Your-Biz/152577 Ten Tips for Accomplishing Your Goals is intended to help women entrepreneurs, but can be applied in any business endeavour. Large or small, your business will have an advantage if you apply these ten tips. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Ten-Tips-for-Accomplishing-Your-Goals/152426 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Ten-Tips-for-Accomplishing-Your-Goals/152426 This is a fun look into the workings of another fine book by Donald Trump in collaboration with Bill Zanker, the Founder of The Learning Annex and presenter of the Wealth Expos. Discussed are the elements of the book's format, content, and opinions and insights into the subjects presented. A great read that is both enlightening and enjoyable. A definite read for those on a journey of personal development. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Donald-Trump-and-Bill-Zanker-s--Think-Big-and-Kick-Ass--An-Enlightened-Review/152232 Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Donald-Trump-and-Bill-Zanker-s--Think-Big-and-Kick-Ass--An-Enlightened-Review/152232 What choices are you making right now? Are they choices that are going to propel your life and business forward? Or are they going to keep you stuck in the same place (or worse, moving backwards.) http://www.upublish.info/Article/Are-You-Choosing-to-Succeed-or-Fail-/152230 Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Are-You-Choosing-to-Succeed-or-Fail-/152230 A 300-pound person cannot wear clothes designed for 120-pound person. Cost reduction tests also need to be tailored to fit the circumstances. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Choose-Cost-Reduction-Tests-That-Fit-Your-Business-Model-Opportunities/151937 Sun, 03 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Choose-Cost-Reduction-Tests-That-Fit-Your-Business-Model-Opportunities/151937 There is no doubt that many people would like to know exactly how to become a successful online entrepreneur Cambridge dictionaries define entrepreneur as Someone who starts their own business, especially when this involves risks So there is no confusion here. It is very clear. If you start your own business you are an entrepreneur but it does seem to have to include an element of risk... http://www.upublish.info/Article/How-to-Become-a-Successful-Online-Entrepreneur/151280 Thu, 31 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/How-to-Become-a-Successful-Online-Entrepreneur/151280 The green movement is full of buzzwords. One of the more popular ones is emissions trading. For good reason. Businesses will soon be affected by this indirect tax depending on where they fall in the supply chain. The author highlights the more controversial carbon tax policies that have been floated, and he issues a warning: Prepare for the changing business environment that is upon us. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Emissions-Trading--The-Good--the-Bad--and-the-Ugly/151268 Thu, 31 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Emissions-Trading--The-Good--the-Bad--and-the-Ugly/151268 An article containing ten often overlooked items to include when designing a business plan to enter the pawnbroking industry that will help ensure your success in the business. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Ten-Tips-For-Writing-a-Pawn-Shop-Business-Plan/150915 Tue, 29 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Ten-Tips-For-Writing-a-Pawn-Shop-Business-Plan/150915 In this article, Kate Mercer of Shine Consulting explores the effect that your mindset can have on your ability to use your existing skills more effectively and achieve your full potential - without spending time and energy going on more and more training courses! http://www.upublish.info/Article/How-Can-Working-With-Mindsets-Improve-the-Results-You-Get-from-Training-/150873 Tue, 29 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/How-Can-Working-With-Mindsets-Improve-the-Results-You-Get-from-Training-/150873 The green movement is full of buzzwords. One of the more popular and politically correct buzzwords is renewable energy. Industries, both traditional and emerging, will soon be affected by the pending reality of renewable energy. The author urges business to: prepare for the changing business environment that will result when renewable energy takes hold. For there will be winners and losers! http://www.upublish.info/Article/Renewable-Energy--The-Good--the-Bad--and-the-So-So/150462 Sun, 27 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Renewable-Energy--The-Good--the-Bad--and-the-So-So/150462 The green movement is producing new opportunities. One sleeper is green grid software. Industries will soon be affected positively or negatively by this technology depending on where they fall in the supply chain and the application of variable energy pricing. The author warns: Companies must prepare for the changing business environment that will result with the adoption of green software. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Smart-Green-Grid-Software-Meets-the-Not-So-Smart-Modern-Electric-Grid/150427 Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Smart-Green-Grid-Software-Meets-the-Not-So-Smart-Modern-Electric-Grid/150427 When was the last time you really listened to and heard your customers? Are you sure you heard them? Here are 3 tips to think about before your next client meeting. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Did-You-Hear-What-They-Said---3-Tips-to-Make-Sure/149824 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Did-You-Hear-What-They-Said---3-Tips-to-Make-Sure/149824 When it comes to creating wealth, spiritual entrepreneurs who think money and spirituality don't mix are headed for business disaster. It doesn't have to be this way! If you'd like to make peace with money and bring in the big bucks (and I know you would!), here are three stunningly simple ways to send poverty consciousness packing. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Spiritual-Entrepreneurs--Their-Three-Most-Catastrophic-Thoughts-and-How-to-Turn-Them-Around/149435 Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Spiritual-Entrepreneurs--Their-Three-Most-Catastrophic-Thoughts-and-How-to-Turn-Them-Around/149435 Establishing yourself as an Expert in your field is a great way to get added exposure, publicity and credibility for you and your business which will ultimately bring you more sales and more money!! http://www.upublish.info/Article/How-to-Establish-Yourself-as-an-Expert/148926 Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/How-to-Establish-Yourself-as-an-Expert/148926 Conventional wisdom dictates that you should discount to get the business at any cost. This article suggests that you in fact should be raising your prices instead and focussing on your most valuable customers instead. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Are-Your-Prices-High-Enough-/148916 Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Are-Your-Prices-High-Enough-/148916