Archives for June, 2010
Why Signs Are So Important To Your Business
As you know, I’m always looking for great videos to help small-business owners. I came across this one today about the importance of signs. We all know that advertising is crucial to the success of business–especially in the very competitive Restaurant Industry. Watch this video and see a great example of how a SIGN made all the difference!
Oh The Smartphone Wars Continue
It’s been awhile now that the I-Phone and the Blackberry have been competing for business. When the I-Phone came onto the market it gobbled up a lot of consumers–however, the Blackberry had a hold on much of the business world.
I personally am a Blackberry user and can’t now imagine running my business without it! I read this article today in the Wall Street Journal and thought you would enjoying seeing how the competition between Blackberry and I-Phone is heating up. It’s an interesting article, and whether you use the I-Phone or Blackberry it should interest you that we’re divided on what technology is best for business.
The Complexity Of Solar Energy Projects In Nevada
For years, I have been working with individuals across the country to try and bring solar, wind, and geo-thermal energy to Nevada. As this article today in the Las Vegas Sun highlights, it is a very complex and cumbersome process to get this done. The hurdles Nevada faces are vast and long in nature–between the federal government, state government, environmental organizations, and as always the issue of taxation.
Important Economic Update For Las Vegas
Applied Analysis will be hosting a webinar on June 24th to discuss some of the important economic issues facing the Las Vegas Valley. Below is the link to register for the event–you can listen on your computer while you work!
Clark County Could Ease Regulations On Work Cards
For many decades, business owners and employees have been required to obtain work cards in the City of Las Vegas and Clark County in order to lawfully be employed. As you can imagine, this is a huge cost to Metro and local governments. I often talk about government regulating business too much, and preventing the private sector from moving forward in a speedy and productive manner. The work card issue is a great example of big government trying to inject itself into the lives of businesses and workers. While I would agree that a need exists to have SOME employees obtain work cards, I would suggest that it be directed towards ensuring the safety of our children and monitoring the integrity of security personnel. As you’ll see in this article printed in today’s Las Vegas Sun, this is a very contentious issue–there will be lots to say at the July County Commission Meeting on this topic.
How Innovation and Entrepreneurship Can Help Las Vegas
One of the big challenges Las Vegas has with its unemployment rating hovering around 14%, is how to we attract new business and industry? Diversifying the Las Vegas economy has been a constant challenge for decades. However, when you read an article like this that was featured in the Las Vegas Sun, you’ll soon see that the power of entrepreneurship and innovative technology could be one of the answers to making Las Vegas much more than a tourist and gaming destination.
Click this link to read this article featured in the Las Vegas Sun:
City of Las Vegas Business Licensing Dept. Video
As a Small Business Consultant here in Southern Nevada, I have the occasion to interact with many governmental agencies. One of those agencies is the City of Las Vegas Business Licensing Department. My clients rarely have to deal with these agencies, since once they retain my services I do all of the foot-work and correspondence with local government. However, I wanted to post this video from the City of Las Vegas that highlights the services this department offers. For me, it is always a pleasure doing business with the City of Las Vegas–they have the friendliest and most knowledgeable staff in the industry!
Looking For Ways To Save On Cell Phone Costs?
I’m often amazed when I find out what some of my clients spend on cell phone costs. Finding ways to cut costs in these economic times can be the difference between a business staying afloat or going under. I came across this article in U.S. News & World Report and thought they had some great suggestions!
http://budurl.com/zy54
Social Entrepreneurship
I read this article and found it to be fascinating when it comes to business owners with great and new ideas. The individuals are finding ways to make money while solving many of our social problems–just another example of the power of entrepreneurship!
