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Sunday, May 10, 2009

Finding those "!" Moments & Opportunities for Small Business
SBTV Image The current recession makes building a business tougher, but there are opportunities to make the downturn pay off. A major mission at SBTV.com is to find those "!" moments and opportunities to help entrepreneurs squeeze the most out of current economy. This newsletter features many free resources to help small business owners bolster sales, maximize cash flow and market to reach new customers.

Marketing Moves

* The downturn is not the time to cut the marketing budget

* Networking can give you a competitive edge!

* Put Your Small Firm on a Big Screen

Expand Your Market

* Savvy small businesses are increasingly going global

* Insight into building an Italian business connection

* One small business owner taps sources around the globe

* Tips on identifying the best prospects in the Chinese market

* Insight into building a business connection in China

WINDPOWER 2009 Conference & Exhibition
SBTV Image The power of wind is providing new opportunities for innovative entrepreneurs and small business owners. In fact, more than 20,000 people were in Illinois the first full week in May to study the rapidly growing business of harnessing the wind. Texas oil man T. Boone Pickens and other influential wind supporters took part in the WINDPOWER 2009 Conference & Exhibition. SBTV.com has a two part series on how small firms can harness the wind: just click on Part 1 and Part 2 to view now! More

Great 2nd Entrepreneurial Acts: Reinvention & Innovation

* A former TV producer turns a health challenge into a great business to help those with Celiac Disease

* A graphic designer starts part-time weekend business and makes it a rapidly growing full-time enterprise

* Inventor’s whistles launch a second career heard around the world

National Fibromyalgia Awareness Day is May 12, 2009
SBTV Image About six million people in the U.S. suffer from Fibromyalgia Syndrome also known as FMS. It strikes people primarily between the ages of 25 – 55 and most are women, but that doesn’t mean men are immune. When you look anyone with FMS you’d most likely never guess there’s anything wrong; that is why it is known as the invisible disease. However, the debilitating effects of Fibromyalgia is something all of us as business owners, employers, co-workers, friends and family members need to be more aware of in order to keep FMS patients from dropping out of the workforce. That’s why SBTV.com is featuring a Fibromyalgia Awareness series consisting of streaming videos, podcasts, blogs and articles. Awareness and accommodations in the workplace can make a big difference for those living with FMS. More

Nicknames Can Set You Apart & Leave You Behind at the Airport

Nicknames have long been a part of the sports business. "The Babe", "Say Hey Kid" and "A-Rod" are just a few examples. Successful small business owners also put nicknames to good use. For example, online entrepreneur Jeffrey Kim's nickname,"Jippidy" is a part of his personal and profe . . . Read More

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This Week's Top Videos:

Media Marketing 101
Don't get caught unprepared when you've got the spotlight.
Small Business Marketing Strategy Pyramid
The Strategy Pyramid. Tim Berry discusses implementing the strategy you have carefully outlined in your business plan. Berry shares some real world examples of tactic failure.
Pet Head Shampoo by Skaffles
Alex Fees talks with Steven Shweky about his company, Skaffles, and the new product release of Pet Head shampoo at the 2008 Pet Expo convention in Baltimore.
IRS FBAR Rules & Filing Reminder
Beth Elfrey of the IRS reminds those with foreign accounts to file the IRS FBAR form.
The Reluctant Entrepreneur
A former TV producer turns a health challenge into a successful enterprise to help people living with Celiac Disease.

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Small Business is the Spotlight

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Finding the Silver Lining for Small Business

May 2009 issue 2

Build Business Now - Events This Month

May 2009 issue 1

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