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From Alyssa Gregory, your Guide to Small Business Information

Happy Weekend!

In case you missed anything during the week, here's a recap of what we covered on the Small Business Info site.

To stay in the loop, make sure you check the site's homepage often. The column in the middle shows the most recent blog posts -- a great way to stay up-to-date.

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Starting and Running a Business on a Bootstrap Budget

budgetIf you have very little capital to invest in your business, you are working with a bootstrap budget. And it's extremely common these days. The good news is, it's completely possible to start and even grow a business with very limited funds. It just takes some forethought, planning and a little creativity.

If you're a bootstrapper, then these feature articles are must-reads. The first shares four options available for bootstrapping a startup, and the second provides some realistic and relevant tips for keeping your bootstrapped business going strong for the long term.

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How to Conduct a SWOT Analysis for Your Small Business

swot matrixOne of the most versatile tools in a small business owner's toolbox is the SWOT analysis. It's useful in so many situations, from starting a new business, to exploring a new niche market, to creating a new product, to planning a marketing campaign. And it's useful for all entrepreneurs, from those just starting out to experienced small business owners.

This article walks you through the process of conducting a SWOT analysis, shows you what a SWOT matrix looks like, and lists a number of questions to get you thinking strategically.

Feature Article:
How to Conduct a SWOT Analysis for Your Small Business


How to Use a Blog to Boost Business

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Blogging has become a common way to market your business online, but there are still many small businesses that are hesitant to make the jump and start a business blog.

Are you on the fence about starting a business blog? Here are five of the biggest ways a business blog can help your small business.

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Top 5 Reasons You Should Start a Business Blog




 


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