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THE GOLF BALLS AND THE MAYONNAISE JAR – SMALL BUSINESS LIFE PERSPECTIVE

Written bob on March 9, 2010

The mayonnaise jar and life perspective. Read more »

Categories: Bootstrapping101, Build Your Business, Entrepeneurs, Small Business Help - Tags: barter for small businesses, Bootstrapping 101, bootstrapping strategy, Build Your Business, entrepreneurs, small business owners

7 TIPS ON BARTER FOR SMALL BUSINESS

Written bob on December 9, 2009

Barter, is an $8-12 billion dollar industry,and is one of the businesses that flourishes in bad economies, as it offers entrepreneurs many opportunities to acquire things they need and want for little or no cash. Read more »

Categories: Small Business Help - Tags: advantages of barter, barter, barter exchange, barter for small businesses, business bartering, entrepreneurs, small businesses

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