What would a hard disk failure do to your business? If your business is like mine, you’re highly dependant on your computer. Your spreadsheets are on your hard drive. Your customer files are on your hard disk too. So are your financial records, your documentation... it’s all there -- the works! If you sell digital products like ebooks, software, music, audios or videos, your entire business may well be computer based. So what would happen if your computer’s … read on »

The more you know about what customers are saying about your business, the more you can improve. Put a questionnaire or feedback form on your website and find out what your customers like -- and dislike. Offer a free gift to your customers (something as simple as a free report) for taking the time to fill out your survey. Their feedback could boost your income. For example... Let's say you sell 10 products a day from your site.Great! … read on »

Here are 3 ways to make more money from your online business, whether it's a home business or a major commercial entity. RAISE YOUR PRICES This solution seems so simple. Just raise the price and monitor the results. It may reduce the total number of sales but increase your overall revenue. Or it may not. Only testing and tracking will tell you for sure. It's up to you as to whether you choose a tiny little increase … read on »

What do you think when you read arrogant (and even abusive) emails from ultra successful internet marketers? Personally I am {very~decidedly} uncomfortable with it. And even if it makes them a ton of money, if you ask me... it just isn't right. I’d rather treat others as I wish to be treated. In the words of the Bible, ‘do unto others as you would have them do unto you’. Personally I think that’s a great way to do business … read on »

Internet business owners are, of necessity, jacks of all trades. There is a lot to do and a lot to keep your eyes on. So any help you can get is appreciated. Especially if it’s automated. Well, Google Analytics is one such automated free service that you may find useful. In this article, I’d like to tell you what it does so you can decide if it’s worth taking the few minutes involved in getting started. Once a … read on »