May 21, 2013

Unafraid of Failure

Miami entrepreneur Yosef Martin has succeeded selling overstocked merchandise overseas.

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A New Ticket to Success

Steve Brown, CEO of Accesso, has engineered a new business model for the ticketing business.

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Going the Extra Mile

Customer service is paramount to Bart Zino (left), and Russell Budd, of Naples construction firm PBS Contractors.

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A Work in Progress for 89 Years

Capitol Lighting has survived by restructuring and changing its business plan. In photo, Ken Lebersfeld (left) with brother Eric.

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Smart Advice

Three experts offer financial and practical advice for small businesses in Florida.

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Small Business Toolbox

Set yourself up for success by following these tips and tricks from the experts.

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Video: Marketing online and offline

Business coach and columnist Ron Stein shares tips for marketing your business.

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Ron Stein on Sales and Marketing

'Information Marketing' and the Quest for the Holy Grail
The foundation of solid marketing is portraying knowledge and expertise -- you and company have it and customers want it. [Column for week of May 20, 2013] [Archive of Ron Stein's columns]

Small Businesses Advice

Restaurants raise topic of charging for no-shows

[Archive of Jerry Osteryoung's columns]

Small Business Toobox

Set Yourself Up for Success
Small business owners need more than drive and motivation. Make sure your toolbox is packed with the right stuff.

Financing Your Business
Should you use your own savings, look for investors, or look for a loan? Find out here.

5 Tips For Creating Your Best Business Plan
A business plan is an essential tool to help to help you with tactical and strategic decision making as well as informing potential investors of your opportunity.

Taxes
Know what (and when) to pay federal and state taxes.

Insurance
Minimize risk by insuring your people and assets.

Forms, Permits & Licenses
Registering a business involves filing paperwork to obtain certificates, licenses and permits in order to legally operate.

Labor Law: What You Should Know
Ready to start hiring? Learn which state and federal labor laws apply to your business.

Patents, Trademarks & Copyrights
Protect your intellectual property with patents for new products, trademarks for names and symbols or copyrights for artistic works.

Selling to the Government
It's easier than ever for Florida small businesses to bid on state and local contracts.

WAY TO GROW - Small Business success stories

Entrepreneurship
Unafraid of Failure
A Miami entrepreneur has succeeded selling overstocked merchandise overseas.

Management
A New Ticket to Success
Accesso leveraged cloud storage and mobile applications to engineer a new business model for the ticketing business.

Customer Service
Going the Extra Mile
A Naples construction firm found a way to add value to its building services.

Strategy
A Work in Progress for 89 Years
A lighting company has survived by restructuring and changing its business plan.

GUIDANCE:

Smart Advice
Three leaders offer tips for small businesses: Watch Expenses, Get Help and Track Cash Flow

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Official guide from the Florida Division of Corporations

At a Glance: Corporate Filings
Find out what documents you're required to file with theDivision of Corporations.
Access information here

Info Services
Access blank forms and publications in a variety of formats. Access here

Need Help? — Whom to Call
Telephone numbers and Internet addresses for state agencies of interest to Florida small businesses.
Access numbers here

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Outlook from the Top
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  • Publisher of Florida Small Business Andrew P. Corty
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