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State Chamber is Leading the Charge to Help NC "Break Away"Report Highlights Needs of Business, Key Areas for Improvement - State Chamber is Leading the Charge to Help NC 'Break Away' |
Auto Insurance Costs Will Fall For Many U.S. Drivers, Group SaysA forecast by the Insurance Information Institute predicts the cost of auto insurance will drop by 0.5% in 2007, the first decline since 1999. The group based its forecast on recent auto claims and the national report of auto insurance rates released last week by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. The decrease in the number of auto accidents is driving rates lower. |
Free Marketing Via the InternetThere are many ways for small-business owners to increase knowledge of their businesses for next-to-nothing by taking advantage of the Web, including using free Web space, creating a blog, or providing online coupons and promotions. |
Be Prepared for Prospects That Come A-Knockin'Having a prospect come to you can seem nice, but many are just looking for a quote or bid and result in dead-ends. It's important to take all prospects seriously, however, so be prepared to provide answers, ask questions and give them a reason to decide then and not later to maximize the possibility of them becoming customers. |
Look To Santa for Successful Branding TipsCompanies looking to build a brand following should tear a page from Santa Claus' operating manual -- he always plots his inventory to meet demand, relies on the latest technology to ensure efficient operations and stays in touch with customers. |