10 Tips for Building Sustainable Business Success

When learning how to build a successful business, many tips offer ways to find success, but not as much in the way of sustaining that success. So here are some tips from members of our small business community about how to build business success that actually lasts.

Use Networking That Works

Developing relationships and networking in your industry are both critical when growing a successful business. But not all networking opportunities are created equal. This OPEN Forum guide includes insights from various authors about networking that actually works.

In the News: Yelp, Angie’s List Update Business Services

Yelp and Angie’s List are both sites that small businesses can use to improve their online reputations and attract potential customers. And recently, both sites announced changes that could benefit users even further.

Check out those items and other small biz headlines below in this week’s Small Business Trends news and information roundup.

Marketing Tips
Newly Free Angie’s List Will Increase Appeal of Small Biz Listings

Angie’s List (NASDAQ:ANGI) has finally torn down its paywall. The online reviews site, which has traditionally charged its visitors a $40 annual fee now has its reviews and ratings available for free. This change, which hasn’t attracted a lot of attention online, does actually have a strong implication for many businesses that use the site in terms of managing online reputation.

Ooma, Sage and More Announce New Solutions for Businesses

Taking your business mobile is becoming increasingly possible thanks to the introduction of new tools. And this week, businesses got a few more options thanks to Ooma, Sage and more. Check out those developments and more in this week’s Small Business Trends news and information roundup.

Small Business Operations
Meet Ooma for Office Mobile: Now You Really Can Run Your Business from Your Phone

If you are a small business looking for an affordable office phone system, Ooma might be what you are looking for. And with the launch of Ooma Office for Mobile, you will be able to take all of the features it offers with you no matter where you go.