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Posted by LaShanda Henry on July 22, 2009 at 3:11pm in Small Business Questions

Need a logo idea or business name suggestion? Are you looking for vendors in your area? Web Design Tips or financial advice?
This week on BBWO I want you to ask your Small Business Questions and I will share them with the entire BBWO Community to get you answers.
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Featured Question: Help Me with My Name
http://sistapreneurs.ning.com/forum/topics/help-me-with-a-name
More to come! LaShanda Henry
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Lipstick Killers Collection August 11, 2009 at 6:28pm

Girl i need to know the cheapest way to obtain business credit. I am used to doing things myself instead of paying someone else thousand of dollars to do it. It really is a matter of paperwork and who to contact. Any help or websites will be fabulous!

syreeta rios
ceo Big Gyrl Clothing, Inc
www.biggyrlclothing.com
fashion for the urban plus woman
- ms kay > Lipstick Killers Collection October 13, 2009 at 4:35am
  
  hey gurly! i started mine by educating myself from real people stories on how and what to do to build business credit at www.creditboards.com
Quanisha August 2, 2009 at 4:02am

I feel overwhelmed. I feel like my business is a rather large movement. Any tips on how you all conquer different but complimenting ideas simultaneously. Also, how do you handle content writing, social networking, client appointments, and prospecting? So much, I feel like I'm working non-stop to set things up.
Carla Bluitt July 24, 2009 at 5:03am

My target market for one of my offerings is new wireless customers, people who are looking to switch wireless carriers once their contract is up or those who may be looking to upgrade. What are some cost effective ways to reach these audiences?

Carla Bluitt
www.zurvitamobile.com
- Affinity > Carla Bluitt July 28, 2009 at 11:51pm
  
  Social networking.... this is a very cost efficient and easy way to reach your target market. Join ning sites like this one, it costs nothing! Also, try marketing on websites by providing your banner and link to your own website.. try out adtraffikpages.net and clickblack.net. This will be a great start. Both sites are geared to the black community.
TOT GARRETT July 23, 2009 at 6:47am

Where can I get a nice bookcover from for my debut novel? I've researched alot and it seems everyone is charging am arm and leg! RECESSION PEOPLE... all references welcome.. GOD BLESS!! THANKS!!
- Affinity > TOT GARRETT July 28, 2009 at 11:44pm
  
  I'd love to help you out! I design book covers and publish them as well. All my prices are very affordable and are geared to assist startup and small businesses in this challenging economy. Give me a call at 888.898.2068 or email me at contact@pedesignstudio.com. We can review details of your project. Look forward to hearing from you!... affinity
Naima July 22, 2009 at 10:43pm

What should be my first priority? I'm the mother of a 4 year old and a 6 year old . I was laid off from my job in May and haven't found anything new. Right now I'm receiving unemployment that is enough to pay my major bills and supplementing my income with occasional sales of my crafts and mystery shopping . I get a lot of compliment on my work but very few sales. I'm filling out a lot of job applications and getting very few call backs. I fell like I never really have enough time to do everything business related and spend quality time with my children. I don't know if I should spend less time looking for a job and more time trying to build my business or spend less time on marketing and concentrate on finding a steady job before my unemployment runs out.
- Affinity > Naima July 28, 2009 at 11:39pm
  
  When I was laid off, I used the majority of my time to build my business. I applied to several temp agencies and let them search for me a job. Several offers were thrown my way and I landed a position! Also, I have a son so I tried to dedicate specific times of the day where I would spend quality time with him and eventually I decided to keep him in daycare for a couple of days out the week so that I could focus more on my work and have time to meet with clients. Hope this helps solve you dillema... affinity
CMB Virtual Assistants July 22, 2009 at 3:21pm

Hi LaShanda and fellow BBWO,
I am a new entreprenuer. I want to know the proper way to cold "call" on potential clients. What to include in an introductory email or letter? Or is this the proper way to introduce myself to those that could benefit from my services?

P.S. I am still working on my website. Hopefully, it will be up and ready to go live by the end of this week.

Thanks!
Pamela S. King, MBA
CMB Virtual Assistants
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