• COMPUTERS
    12 Tips for Increasing Computer Speed

    Nothing slows business down more than a sluggish computer. Of course, Apple fans will be pleased to note that there are not many tools for them here because. . .well, their machines are often invincible. I use many of these ideas to keep my machines running lean and mean in the fast lane. If your […]

  • COMPUTERS
    Antamedia Software Eliminates Security Risk on Public Computers

    You can now safely and securely turn any computer into a self-service kiosk thanks to Antamedia Software — the providers of software for Internet cafe software and WiFi hotspot billing. Antamedia Ultimate Kiosk Software solution essentially locks down parts of a regular computer, allowing the user to leave it open for public use without security […]

  • COMPUTERS
    Feds Urge You Uninstall QuickTime from Windows Computers Immediately

    As much as we all love the digital world we currently live in, the issue of security is an annoyance we could all do without. One of the latest security risks was announced by the Department of Homeland Security’s United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team (CERT) with an alert urging customers to uninstall QuickTime from […]

  • COMPUTERS
    IRS Ups Deduction vs. Depreciation to $2,500 for Computers, Phones

    The Internal Revenue Service has increased the amount small businesses can expense versus depreciate on their taxes each year. It’s a change that should simplify record keeping and increase the amount of a capital investment you can write off in a year. Specifically, the federal agency has boosted the so-called “IRS safe harbor” limit businesses […]

  • NEWS
    Mastering MOOCs: Using Open Online Courses to Achieve Your Goals

    Mastering MOOCs is geared towards readers who are interested in finding the right Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC) to meet their goals.It provides strategies to make the most of a MOOC, and tips to help choose the right MOOC. Mastering Massive Open Online Courses will help readers: Learn how to decide if a MOOC is […]

  • NEWS
    Always Forward! Discover the 7 Secrets of Sales Success

    “Always Forward! Discover the 7 Secrets of Sales Success ” is about facing your fear, moving forward and winning. No matter what your business or industry, sales is a critical part. “Always Forward” focuses on the fear element in the sales process and how it ultimately holds you back from achieving your goals. The book […]

  • NEWS
    First, Fast, Fearless: How to Lead Like a Navy SEAL

    Nominated for a Small Business Book Award in: Motivation Read more about this nominee “First, Fast, Fearless” is a practical guide for the business leader who wants to learn from the best of the best how to build and lead effective teams in conditions of volatility, uncertainty, complexity, ambiguity, and constant change. As one of […]

  • ALL DEALS
    Get Motivated! and Abounding Business Conference on the Way

    The name says it all. The Get Motivated! Business Seminar is coming to L.A. this week. This is one event that brings in some of the biggest names and industry leaders to help motivate you to higher levels of business success. Topics include negotiation and communication skills, leadership, finance and relationships, to name a few. […]

  • NEWS
    How to Deal With Lazy Employees

    As CEOs, we’ve all been there, right? One day, your employees are performing at their peak, and then the next, they become lazy employees and won’t lift a finger. You don’t want to bring down the hammer, because that might decrease productivity and encourage rebellion. So, seriously, what do you do? No one likes to be the […]

  • NEWS
    Network in NYC Or Get Motivated in Des Moines

    You can network with other business leaders in New York City or Get Motivated in Des Moines this coming week. All you need is a plane ticket, some cab fare or maybe your own car — depending how far you live from each event. There are plenty of other business happenings of potential interest to […]

  • NEWS
    Congratulations to the 2015 Small Business Book Awards Judged Winners!

    The 2015 Small Business Book Awards Judged Winners are in! Congratulations to all who participated as nominees, and all who nominated and voted in the 2015 Small Business Book Awards. There are two parts to the Small Business Book Awards: the Judged Winners, which are chosen based on merit; and a Community Choice group of […]