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03/08/2013

New Merchant Surcharges on Credit Purchases

Most of us have gotten used to charging purchases, large and small, on a debit or credit card. Just swipe the card and avoid the hassle of carrying cash. Look carefully; you may notice a new fee on your receipt.

01/10/2013

Small Business Tip: Is a Smartphone Credit Card Processor Right for Your Business?

Gone are the days of having to rely on your “brick and mortar” store to drive shoppers to your business. These days, traveling retailers can make a sale with just the touch of a button and the swipe of a credit card via their smartphone.

12/12/2012

Preventing Cold and Flu Season in the Work Place

With cold and flu season upon us, the transfer of germs and illness in the workplace increases. Better Business Bureau advises business owners to take initiative in preventing the spread of illness.

10/01/2012

Attract Consumers with these 3 Important Website Elements

Three things you need to assess your website on is its’ design, content, and visibility. The design of your website can turn away a customer or bring them in. Content is essential for your business’s exposure and search engine ranking. And visibility brings in an audience and effectively.

09/07/2012

Kick off September With Kindness – Does Your Business Have What it Takes?

A warm smile and a kind gesture can brighten even the gloomiest of days. When working with customers, it’s always important to recognize the integral part of quality service. September is National Courtesy Month.

08/03/2012

Small Business Tip: Turning Warm Leads Into Hot Prospects

No matter what your business, you need two things: a happy, loyal customer base and a steady stream of new prospects.

10/28/2010

Five Steps to Creating a Business Succession Plan

Don’t wait until planning your retirement to plan how the business will run without you. BBB outlines five steps to create a solid succession plan and ensure the stability of the business.

10/14/2010

Small Business Advice: Less is More When Securing Data

In an age of security breaches and identity thieves, the professional pack rat should be a thing of the past.

09/10/2010

BBB Small Business Advice: Reduce the Damage of a Data Breach

Data breaches at businesses are on the rise. BBB recommends that small business owners take steps to protect data and develop a plan of action if a breach occurs.

09/02/2010

BBB Small Business Advice: Dispose of Office Electronics Safely

Getting rid of office computers, printers and copiers properly helps the environment and thwarts the efforts of data thieves. Hawaii’s BBB has three steps to disposing office equipment safely.

08/26/2010

BBB Small Business Advice: Avoid Six Common Advertising Offenses

An effective advertising strategy isn’t just about where and when ads are placed, but also what claims are being made. Hawaii’s BBB provides guidance on how to avoid common advertising offenses.

08/05/2010

Five Steps to Protecting Your Business When Banking Online

Online banking makes it easier and more convenient to manage business finances, but is also an opportunity for hackers to gain access to accounts. BBB has tips to keep online banking secure.

07/30/2010

BBB Small Business Advice: Recognize and Avoid Business Directory Scams

Local businesses report receiving bogus “Yellow Pages” directory invoices. Hawaii’s BBB warns that these invoices are actually solicitations for listings in alternative business directories.

07/15/2010

BBB Small Business Advice: Writing a Privacy Policy

Even if you think your business is too small to need a privacy policy, Hawaii's BBB advises that if you have a website, you will benefit by having a comprehensive privacy policy.

07/01/2010

BBB Advice to Increase Your Chances of Getting a Small Business Loan

Financing to start a business or bolster an existing one has been more difficult than usual to find lately. Hawaii’s BBB provides helpful resources and tips to increase your chances.


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