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8 questions that keep prospects talking When asked why salespeople don’t close more sales, a company president answered instantly, “They don’t ask enough questions.” He went on to add, “They’re so focused on getting prospects to buy they don’t engage them. That takes asking lots of questions.” He’s on to something important. We’re in such a […]

As automakers try to plug into consumers’ future needs, electric cars are stirring boardroom curiosity — but not a lot of sales.  Some car manufacturers are banking on a different story in the future, though. Electric cars comprise less than 1 percent of U.S. auto sales, yet some major automakers are planning to manufacture many more

So you’ve got an idea you think might be the greatest invention since the hula hoop. What do you do next?  Spend hundreds of hours developing your gizmo to make sure it works perfectly? Not exactly. Before you waste time trying to perfect your invention, first spend time and money to find out if there

Some recent tweets that came across the @cnybj Twitter feed, offering various small business, marketing, technology, HR, career, and personal tips. SBA @SBAgovMost U.S. banks view loans for exporters as risky. That’s why the SBA created programs to provide lenders with up to a 90% guaranty on #export loans. Contact your local SBA International Trade

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 is the most comprehensive tax reform within the last 30 years. While the primary focus of the changes has been geared towards individuals and large corporations, the opportunities and added complexities for small-business owners are significant and should be explored. Whether your company is incorporated or held

Constructing a smart retirement income plan isn’t easy. Throughout the working years, one has many factors to consider, such as salary, expenses (monthly and unforeseen), debt, and college for the kids — just to name a few. All these factors can affect a person’s ability to, first, devise a consistent plan for her retirement goals,

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The Facebook data breach opened a Pandora’s box of concerns for social-media consumers. The company estimated that data firm Cambridge Analytica may have had information on about 87 million Facebook users without their knowledge.  In testimony before the U.S. Senate, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg promised to do more to protect the privacy of users’ data. But

As the college Class of 2018 ventures out into the working world, many of the graduates will choose to work for themselves, or at least entertain the thought.  A variety of factors — less security in the traditional job market, more innovation (especially through social media), a desire for more fulfilling work and independence — has