2016-02

As a result of years of technological advancements came social media networks. And with social media came extensive opportunities for small businesses to promote their products and services.  Content is key when sharing on social media and videos are an effective business tool that is in great demand in 2016. 
3 advantages for using videos as an advertising tool
To stand outClarityInnovative Marketing
experts predict that in 2017 videos will take up to 69% of consumer online traffic. Is your business ready for that?
By Grace Nasralla, owner of e-presence Consultants Inc and founder of OSBN

As abusiness community builder I have seen businesses collapse and I have seenothers succeed. There are many factors that determine the success or failure ofa small business, and here are three major success factors for the smallbusiness owner to consider.
Timing determines likesStay focusedEmbrace ChangeAre youdetermined to see your business succeed? Watch out for the right timing toimplement business ideas, stay focused on the business vision and be mindfulthat transformation is expedient for the small business.
By Grace Nasralla, owner of e-presence Consultants Inc and Founder of OSBN - Ontario, Canada small business owners may join OSBN business community by signing up at www.osbn.ca

Solopreneurs have to face the reality of having to attend to all aspects of the business on a daily basis. At times they may outsource some services or delegate some admin responsibilities to a virtual assistant, but even with that they still have to stay on top of the daily transactions of the work. Solopreneurs are prone to lack motivation at times as they are in the frontline alone.
Here are 3 ways to stay motivated as a Solopreneur:
1. Positive Start
2. Learning Attitude
3. Innovative Thinking
Having to multi task can be overwhelming at times and discouraging at others.  Keep a positive attitude and come up with inventive ideas to perform daily business tasks.
By Grace Nasralla, owner of e-presence Consultants Inc & Founder of OSBN - Ontario, Canada small business owners may join OSBN business community by signing up at www.osbn.ca