For most small businesses, the holidays are a time to connect with customers by sending gifts or greeting cards or hosting special events. With everyone feeling a lot of good will, now is a great time to start using referrals … Continue reading →

December 9, 2011 The City of Long Beach Redevelopment Agency (RDA) and Long Beach City College (LBCC) will celebrate the opening of the LBCC Downtown Small Business Development Center at 10 am, Tuesday, December 13, at 309 Pine Avenue in … Continue reading →

If you need financing for your business, angel investors could be just what you’re looking for. Here are 10 tips for finding angel capital. Understand angels. Angels are private investors or groups of investors who invest in small businesses. Unlike … Continue reading →

The holiday shopping season is upon us, but with big retailers slashing prices and customers more price-savvy than ever, how can small retailers hope to compete? It’s easier than you think—just try these 10 tips. Start now. “Now is the … Continue reading →

Remember when Facebook was simply a great way to stay connected with friends and family? Perhaps you don’t. Perhaps you were never caught up in the “What are you doing right now?” age and could care less which comic hero … Continue reading →