Should you niche your resume business? This is a question we get asked often. If you’ve done any amount of research, you’ve learned that few resume writers niche their businesses. And, this might be a “red flag” for you. Is there a viable reason for NOT niching a business? To help answer this question, let’s […]
Getting Started – How to Kickstart Your Marketing
Starting an online resume business is actually quick and easy. Most people can start an online business with just a few hours at the computer, yet most won’t make it much beyond that point. Not because their owners lack a good business idea or the right amount of dedication/hard work, but because they have fallen […]
11 Frugal Tips to Save Your Resume Business Some Bucks
11 Tips to Help You Save Some Bucks Have you noticed earning money takes a lot of time, yet spending it goes much faster? When starting out, the money set aside to secure the things you’ll need in the beginning may not go as far as you hope. You’ll plan, you’ll monitor, but there are […]
Should You Start With Something Someone Else Has Built?
Could You Start With an Already Established Business? History in our industry was made in 2007 by the sale of resume.com for a whopping $300,000. Domain buying insiders thought the name was purchased for a steal, while those in our industry, me included, felt the purchase price was highly inflated. Why such a high buying […]
Tips For Naming Your Resume Business +New Naming Trends
We’re seeing a few new trends with business names these days. First, we’re seeing completely fictitious words being used. Think eBay, Shopify, and Hulu. Completely made-up words that represent businesses now planted into our everyday lives. Second, acronyms are being used. Examples include IKEA (home furnishings) and RBC (financial services). Third, there are conjoined company […]
Setting Up Merchant Services For Your Resume Writing Business
Accepting credit cards will be VITAL for your business. Studies have shown that buyers who charge purchases tend to spend more. And for this reason, the financial health of your business will extensively rely on your ability to provide clients with more than one payment option that should include credit card processing. To state the obvious, as […]
Opening a Business Checking Account
You May Not Need a Business Checking Account? I know this sounds a bit insane; but with the onset of banks charging fees for business checking accounts and the ease of PayPal, a business checking may eventually become a thing of the past. Getting away with not having a business checking account may come more […]
Working From an Office or From Home?
Which Office Environment is Right For You? Chances are you’ve already pondered this subject, and may already have a solution in mind. When I started my business back in 1999, my decision to remain home-based was primarily based on my financial situation. I also wasn’t sure how quickly my business would produce a profit, therefore sustain […]
Startup | How to Build & Manage a Website For Your Resume Business
What’s covered in this article: 5 easy steps to building a website Recommendations for domain registrars, name extensions, and hosting companies Domain auction houses Advice on how to plan out your new website Example list of interview questions to ask potential website designers 5 Steps to Building a Website For Your Resume Business Building and […]
Licensing, Insurance & Sales Tax
Should You License Your Business? Accordingly to LegalZoom.com, there are 3 main reasons for licensing your business. First, make a formal statement that you are operating a business. Second, provides buyers with consumer protections if needed. Third, potentially protect you should legal action be taken against you. By obtaining a business license, you are taking the initiative […]
