Sales Archives | SmallBizClub http://smallbizclub.com/category/ask-sbc/sales/ Helping You Succeed Wed, 05 Aug 2015 21:32:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://smallbizclub.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/smallbizclub_logomark_RGB-100x100.png Sales Archives | SmallBizClub http://smallbizclub.com/category/ask-sbc/sales/ 32 32 When is the best time to sell a business? https://smallbizclub.com/ask-sbc/sales/when-is-the-best-time-to-sell-a-business/ Mon, 30 Jun 2014 23:03:53 +0000 http://smallbizclub.com/ck56-ask-smallbizclub/ck60-sales/when-is-the-best-time-to-sell-a-business/ You are correct that there are several important considerations when deciding to sell a business - personal retirement plans, personal income requirements, alternative investment opportunities, sales/profit trends, potential competition, real estate value trends, etc.

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]]> If I start taking debit cards, are there ways to use my phone and do it on the spot? https://smallbizclub.com/ask-sbc/sales/if-i-start-taking-debit-cards-are-there-ways-to-use-my-phone-and-do-it-on-the-spot/ Thu, 22 May 2014 22:58:48 +0000 http://smallbizclub.com/ck56-ask-smallbizclub/ck60-sales/if-i-start-taking-debit-cards-are-there-ways-to-use-my-phone-and-do-it-on-the-spot/ Mobile debit/credit card processing is available. In addition to the merchant account information below, you can review articles on mobile credit card processing solutions and considerations at the following websites...

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]]> Which Point-of-Sale systems should I purchase for my small operation? https://smallbizclub.com/ask-sbc/sales/which-point-of-sale-systems-should-i-purchase-for-my-small-operation/ Sat, 08 Mar 2014 01:34:08 +0000 http://smallbizclub.com/ck56-ask-smallbizclub/ck60-sales/which-point-of-sale-systems-should-i-purchase-for-my-small-operation/ Many companies offer retail POS systems or software that read bar code; however, accounting and inventory control applications must be integrated or linked with any POS system or software, which affects your POS system or software solutions. Also, your accounting and inventory needs and budget will impact the type of POS system you select.

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]]> How do you find a manufacturer overseas? https://smallbizclub.com/ask-sbc/sales/how-do-you-find-a-manufacturer-overseas/ Sat, 07 Dec 2013 02:06:35 +0000 http://smallbizclub.com/ck56-ask-smallbizclub/ck60-sales/how-do-you-find-a-manufacturer-overseas/ If you are interested in reaching out to an overseas manufacturer for your product, there are several different ways you could go about it. The following are the common approaches to locating foreign manufacturers.

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]]> What’s a good source for a lead list and a good source or site for advertising to MLM prospects? https://smallbizclub.com/ask-sbc/sales/whats-a-good-source-for-a-lead-list-and-a-good-source-or-site-for-advertising-to-mlm-prospects/ Wed, 27 Nov 2013 05:00:00 +0000 http://smallbizclub.com/ck56-ask-smallbizclub/ck60-sales/whats-a-good-source-for-a-lead-list-and-a-good-source-or-site-for-advertising-to-mlm-prospects/ Regarding your lead list, the challenge you face is searching for people who want their names off that list. There are several ways to try to approach this group. One is to determine which magazines or publications they read and then contact the publications regarding purchasing/renting from their lists. Another option is to contact mailing list brokers.

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]]> What is the best solution for increasing sales and tracking sales staff performance? https://smallbizclub.com/ask-sbc/sales/what-is-the-best-solution-for-increasing-sales-and-tracking-sales-staff-performance/ Tue, 26 Nov 2013 23:51:30 +0000 http://smallbizclub.com/ck56-ask-smallbizclub/ck60-sales/what-is-the-best-solution-for-increasing-sales-and-tracking-sales-staff-performance/ Businesses can use various marketing method tools—referrals, professional networking, direct sales, direct mail, websites, free publicity, onsite signage, print ads, business working websites, and others. Marketing methods are influenced by the industry, local competition, target customers, available capital, customer base, and other factors.

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]]> How can I sell my business for profit? https://smallbizclub.com/ask-sbc/sales/how-can-i-sell-my-business-for-profit/ Wed, 23 Oct 2013 23:01:51 +0000 http://smallbizclub.com/ck56-ask-smallbizclub/ck60-sales/how-can-i-sell-my-business-for-profit/ An LLC is a suitable structure when developing a business for a future sale. However, it also important to note that many small business purchases are structured as asset-only sales, which means that an eventual buyer might not want to buy an LLC entity.

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