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While buying a franchise can sometimes seem like the safest, easiest route into small business ownership, as with anything, there are always risks. Make sure you weigh it all up before you sign on the line.

Business credit cards are a useful financial tool for both small and large businesses but there are many tips and traps to be aware of.

Many small business owners take a shotgun approach to advertising hoping they will hit their target. This approach can waste time and money and the reduced returns can harm your business. Now is the time to re-think your advertising strategy.

How to make the most of online video with social media.

Online marketing has become a necessary part of every businesses marketing plan. Given its importance, it is critical that planning and research goes into your online marketing campaign, and your business is represented in a way that is consistent with its offline identity.

Foreign currency exchange is an important part of any business trip, but without the know-how it can cost your business hundreds of dollars in hidden fees and inadequate exchange rates – if you are making significant purchases overseas the expense can be even higher.

Recruiting any position within an organisation is important; you have to ensure that they can do the job and that they will fit with the rest of the staff. Recruiting sales people is a particular challenge for most organisations and very costly if they hire the wrong person.

Citibank says its business credit card is designed by business, for business and delivers a range of features for managing cashflow, rewarding purchases with points as well as a suite of applications for business travellers. Andrew Boyd of Credit Card Compare looks at the pros and cons of using this credit card in your business.

Creating an e-Marketing campaign is simple and painless, and if used responsibly and effectively it can launch your company towards growth and success.

As a small business owner or employee, you and your fellow staff members are probably keen to get your hands on the latest smartphones, tablet PCs and portable laptop computers to help you with your daily routine in and out of the office.