Tip #7 Harnessing the Force of Customer Reviews: Your Key to Business Success
In today's digital age, online customer reviews have become an integral part of the decision-making process for consumers. From choosing...
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jbaker436
- Aug 28
- 3 min
Tip #6 Networking and Collaboration: The Power for Small Business Owners
In the world of small business, networking and collaboration are powerful tools that can open doors to new opportunities, growth, and...
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jbaker436
- Jul 31
- 3 min
Tip #5: Marketing Your Small Business on a Tight Budget: Strategies for Success
Starting a small business is an exciting journey filled with dreams of success and growth. However, for many small business owners,...
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jbaker436
- Jun 29
- 2 min
Tip# 4: Strategies for Managing Stress and Avoiding Burnout as a Small Business Owner
Running a small business is a challenging and rewarding experience. However, it can also be incredibly stressful and overwhelming at...
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jbaker436
- May 31
- 3 min
Sue's Tips #3 Enhance Your Chat GPT Experience: Mastering Prompts for Optimal Responses
In the world of AI-powered chatbots, Chat GPT stands out as a powerful tool for small business owners seeking to enhance customer...
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jbaker436
- Apr 5
- 4 min
Sue's Tips #2-Mastering the Art of Writing A Killer Job Description
Josh Baker & Sue Pitts – Iowa Western SBDC We talked to Robyn Porter, Director of Human Resources at Iowa Western Community College...
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jbaker436
- Mar 17
- 2 min
Sue's Tips #1-Getting Your EIN Through the IRS. Beware of Third-Party Companies
If you're starting a new business or organization in the United States, you'll need an Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the...
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Sue Pitts
- May 22, 2020
- 5 min
Restaurant Best Practices for Doing Business During Covid-19 #Back2Biz Quick Tips
The Covid-19 Pandemic has forced restaurants and retailers to shift their business model very quickly. In a matter of days, businesses...
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Sue Pitts
- Apr 24, 2020
- 2 min
Reinventing Your Small Business to Survive Covid-19
There is a video of Simon Sinek and his team on YouTube where he talks to his team about pivoting their roles in his business. He talks...
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Sue Pitts
- Mar 24, 2020
- 1 min
Iowa Small Business Relief Fund Announced
The Iowa Small Business Relief Fund provides grants and tax deferrals to eligible Iowa businesseses. Another federal program announced...
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Sue Pitts
- Mar 16, 2020
- 1 min
Coronavirus Customizable Flyer
During this unprecendanted crisis, it is imperative to keep in contact and communication with your customers. Here is a customizable...
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Sue Pitts
- Mar 13, 2020
- 2 min
How to Prepare Your Small Business for Coronavirus
It seems like every topic these days is ultra-polarizing. Views on the Coronavirus COVID-19 are no exception. Social media comments and...
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Sue Pitts
- Dec 4, 2019
- 1 min
Council Bluffs Business Chosen For Statewide SBDC Award
America's SBDC Iowa (SBDC) Announced that The Hub of Council Bluffs, Iowa is the winner of the SBDC's statewide Business of the Month...
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Sue Pitts
- Dec 3, 2019
- 1 min
Start Your Business in 2020
What a way to begin the new decade! Get out there and finally start that business you have been dreaming about. The Iowa Western SBDC...
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Sue Pitts
- Sep 25, 2019
- 1 min
Six common types of business insurance
After you purchase insurance that’s required by law, you can find insurance to cover any other business risk. As a general rule, you...
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Sue Pitts
- Jul 24, 2019
- 2 min
Use market research to find customers
Market research blends consumer behavior and economic trends to confirm and improve your business idea. It’s crucial to understand your...
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Sue Pitts
- Jun 7, 2019
- 1 min
What is a Popup
What is a popup shop? PopUp shop is the temporary use of physical space to create a long term, lasting impression with potential...
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Sue Pitts
- May 1, 2019
- 1 min
Create a Personal Brand
Creating a personal brand can be a intimidating task. And one of the easiest ways to get lost in the process is to not know how to start....
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Sue Pitts
- Mar 22, 2019
- 2 min
How to get your EIN or Federal ID Number the right way
An Employer Identification Number (EIN) is also known as a Federal Tax Identification Number, and is used to identify a business entity....
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Sue Pitts
- Mar 18, 2019
- 2 min
Iowa Western SBDC Offers No Cost Help For Businesses Affected by SW Iowa Floods
Floods and other unexpected disasters can devastate a business. The Iowa Western SBDC is here for all businesses affected and can help in...
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