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    Contract terminated due to fibromyalgia

    Ahhhh, I see... My apologies. I'm from the US and there are benefits for being "disabled" here. I wasn't even thinking that things would be different there, as I know a few people over there and I thought we had discussed similarities. I feel like it may be a bit trickier for you then, as it's...
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    Journey to a New Life! Watch me make $125 a day!!!

    Hi all! I'm new here and just recently happened upon this site, which seems very helpful! I've been looking through the forums and it seems like there are a lot of different journeys happening out there, so I thought I'd give it a shot too! In daily life, I work as an event planner and a brand...
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    Cold calling techniques?

    Ahhhh, now that does make all the difference! I was wheelchair bound in the past and I do understand your plight here. It's wonderful to hear that you're pushing ahead, past the "disability" and working to make something better for yourself. I say you have an ABILITY, leave the "dis" behind and...
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    Contract terminated due to fibromyalgia

    Have you applied for disability and been approved? If not, I don't believe you can claim a disability, unfortunately. That leaves this situation a little tricky. I also suffer from similar symptoms (they call me a "mystery" and have tested the mialgia family, as well as many others), including...
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    travel time to work site

    I feel like you should be paying for the full amount of time that your workers are being utilized for your purposes. Not only does this seem fair, but even if you're not concerned about that practice, I think you should factor in how it is going to come across to your employees. If you do not...
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    Landlord Taking Their Time

    Good luck! I certainly hope things turn out in your favor. Business matters like that can be very tricky. I hope it all works out for the best for you!
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    Taking the plunge and opening a kitchen showroom

    No advice on this topic, but I just wanted to drop by and say good luck! This posts popped out at me and I figured I'd send my well wishes, as it's clearly a huge step for you! Good luck!!!
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    Cold calling techniques?

    Can I ask why you would choose to use this technique? I get very frustrated when callers phone me out of the blue, so I would never use this method in business. Have you considered a walk-in technique to approach them if they are local? I feel that a friendly face with a good pitch is much...
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    Landlord Taking Their Time

    I agree with the above... Skip trying to go through someone else and simply contact them directly. Make sure you've done the appropriate research and have all the documentation you need, then approach them in a straightforward and professional manner, letting them know that you'd like to make it...
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    How important is it to have a landline number for a small business these days?

    The only thing I got out of having a landline for my business when I started was a higher than quoted phone bill and a bunch of telemarketers trying to sell me things... My mobile works just fine for my purposes!
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    Trading names

    Very interesting... I'll be eager to see additional information on this! Thanks for starting the thread.
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    Managing to take time out from small business

    I don't think it's too much to ask to expect time off. Business is just that, BUSINESS, although the concern comes in when it's your own. You're never really "off the clock," but there are ways around being onsite as often. Make sure to keep up on your social media, emails, phone calls, etc., so...
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    How often do you check supplier practices & prices?

    Ideally, this should be a continuous practice, however, it gets awfully hard to keep up when you're just one person to do all the tasks at hand! Good luck, it sure gets tricky to find the time to check and balance everything, but it's certainly worthwhile in terms of saving money for your business!
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    Can’t pay myself, options?

    Have you checked into local universities for information on programs or grants that may be available to help you? I received a small business loan through a contest being held through a school locally. It was tremendously helpful!
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    Business Networking - Getting Over the Fear

    I agree 100% with the above noted fact that you need to put your age aside. Experience, knowledge, and confidence go a long way to carry you, remember that. Also, the best piece of advice I've got is to MAKE A FRIEND. Do not go to them pushing your idea, but go to them asking to learn about...
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