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Posted May 10, 2018 By Alec Sears

7 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying New Technology for Your Business

Here are 7 common pitfalls small business owners face when purchasing technology for their companies, and tips to help you buy new tech with confidence.

Posted March 8, 2018 By Brad Shorr

5 Elements Every Sales Proposal Should Include

A sales proposal will be reviewed by decision-makers and influencers involved in a purchase, and can make all the difference. Here’s how to get it right.

Posted October 12, 2017 By Sam Maddicott

Need Over Niche: Going Global Without Industry Expertise

Knowing when to take on global business expansion involves restraint and careful consideration to avoid rash and regrettable decisions. If you’re considering expanding into other countries, here’s what to keep in mind.

Posted August 31, 2017 By Andrew Deen

How to Identify and Attract New Target Audiences

Identifying and attracting new target audiences requires thoughtful, calculated actions and hard work—and it’s vital when it comes to growing your business.

Posted July 6, 2017 By Anna Johansson

Thinking Risk: Is Your Business Plan Ready for the Worst?

Does your business plan include a plan for the worst? Here’s how to incorporate risk management into your planning process.

Posted October 8, 2014 By Jonathan Michael

#LivePlanChat Recap: Social Media for Small Businesses with Buffer’s Nicole Miller

We had a great #LivePlanChat this week with Buffer’s Community Champion, Nicole Miller, discussing Social Media tips for Small Businesses! The conversation covered a range of tips and advice regarding what social media platforms brands should use, how to handle negative feedback, and what social media tools help small businesses the most. A huge thanks […]

Posted March 21, 2013 By Bailey Koharchick

10 Great Websites for Entrepreneurs

This article by Palo Alto Software Email Marketer/Copywriter, Tyree Harris, originally ran on the Up and Running blog. Whether you’re a budding business owner or an experienced hotshot, taking some time to read what’s going on in the industry is essential. The internet is filled with resources and publications dedicated to assisting you in your […]

Posted October 31, 2012 By Noah Parsons

Business Owners Can Now Compare Their Business Plan to Reality, and Potentially Win a New iPad Mini

Entrepreneurs and business owners can now track financial performance securely in the cloud by importing QuickBooks data into their LivePlan business plan and track their performance from anywhere. Palo Alto Software, makers of the world’s #1 selling business planning software, Business Plan Pro, Sales and Marketing Pro, and LivePlan, is excited to announce its integration […]

Posted July 18, 2012 By Bailey Koharchick

Online Surveys–An Easy and Affordable Way to Conduct Market Research

As our VP of Marketing, Caroline Cummings, pointed out in her blog post a few weeks ago, knowing your market is absolutely crucial to being successful in your business. And knowing what your market thinks about you is just as important. Okay, so you know you need to conduct some research… but how? A common–and […]

Posted July 10, 2012 By Sabrina Parsons

Pitching Your Business vs. Planning Your Business

I feel like recently, as the Lean Startup movement gains more and more traction (I love the Lean Startup principles) and there are more incubators, accelerators, innovation centers, etc. helping startups get off the ground, that I’m hearing more and more this idea: “you don’t need a business plan, you need a great pitch” While […]

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