The Balance Beam of Work and Family by Patty Benton

Having your own business takes sacrifice from you and your family, but it’s worth it if you can find the balance.  Make finding your balance a priority!!

Me Time by Patty Benton

Tips on how you can make some “me time” and then some ideas of what you can do to make time for yourself.

Opening a Business SUCCESSFULLY by Patty Benton

Opening a business can be frustrating and rewarding all at the same time. Unfortunately many potentially successful businesses close their doors because they are not prepared for handling all the issues that arise out of running a business. No matter what your reason for opening your business, you must be sure you are prepared to handle any crisis that may arise.

Two Important Keys to a Successful Business-Integrity and Reputation by Patty Benton

As business owners, we know that if we want repeat business and referrals (both of which are the foundation of growing our business) then we need to include integrity and reputation in everything we do. How can we, as business owners ensure that we are continually moving forward in building our integrity and reputation in a positive light? Actually, if we remember a few simple “rules,” then we can continue to build and grow.

Finding the Purpose in Online Networking Groups by Patty Benton

Have you ever wondered what the purpose of networking groups online are?  How can you get the most benefit from a networking group online?

Marketing Resolutions for the New Year by Patty Benton

Everyone knows that with the New Year comes the big New Year’s resolutions. Many of us do not set New Year’s resolutions for our business. Get started on your “marketing resolutions for the new year.”

Simple Marketing Tips by Patty Benton

Marketing is one of the most important pieces of your business plan. Without marketing, people will not be able to find what your business is about and all your wonderful services. Find some simple tips to get started.

Why Do I Need SEO by Patty Benton
You’ve gone through the steps of setting up your business, getting all your licenses and insurance in place and you’ve designed your site or hired someone to design it for you…. Now, how do you get people to your site or to choose your site over one of the millions of others out there?

Organizing Your Desktop-Computer Desktop That Is! by Patty Benton

Have you ever needed to quickly pull up that file on your computer, but it takes you forever to find it because of the millions of files cluttering your desktop (computer desktop that is)? Get the art of organizing your desktop down so that next time a client calls, you know exactly where their file is!

5 Tips to Successful Time Management by Patty Benton

Could you do with another hour added to your day? How about 10? Well, unless you are magical, this isn’t going to happen, so you need to learn how to squeeze every second out of your day. Here’s a plan to get you started.

Me Time by Patty Benton

Tips on how you can make some “me time” and then some ideas of what you can do to make time for yourself.

How to Work with a Virtual Assistant by Patty Benton

What is a Virtual Assistant? Who uses a Virtual Assistant? How much do they charge? How can they complete my work without being in my office? How is a Virtual Assistant more beneficial than someone in my office? How do I know that I can trust the hours they charge and that they won’t share my personal information? How do I go about finding a Virtual Assistant that is a “match” for me?

Using Subcontractors by Patty Benton

Here are some tips to help you get started using a subcontractor to help you find more time to grow your business and make more money.