Gas Prices Ouch!
July 7, 2008 at 5:35 pm 3 comments
Small business owners from all over are feeling the prices of gas both directly and indirectly. If you work outside your home you are paying at the pump as you head out to work in the morning. Then add the fuel surcharge most suppliers are adding to their invoices. Ouch! It hurts!
Well, I can’t lower gas prices, but I can offer suggestions. Managing overhead costs and the increasing prices on your goods can be tough. Think outside the box and minimize your overhead expeditures.
One way to reduce overhead is to reduce payroll hours. Try outsourcing your work. This can be an inexpensive way to get what you need done without hiring someone full time.
If you’re a little nervous about handing the reigns over to someone on an as needed basis, start with baby steps. Start farming out small projects before you move on to the big stuff. This will help you find someone who is compatible with you and your business.
Entry filed under: Virtual Assisting. Tags: freelance, fuel, gas, high, outsourcing, prices, small business, surcharge, Virtual Assistant.
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Mitch Sarton | July 8, 2008 at 7:08 am
iI am thinking of selling motorcycles here. Ever since gas prices kept on soaring, my friends shop sales dipped(pre-owned car).
Might be a nice alternative, eh?
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elle0568 | July 8, 2008 at 11:59 am
Hi Mitch!
Motorcycles and scooters are becoming quite popular these days. Especially here in Florida. An entrapreneur at heart, my thoughts are go for it! Don’t forget about me if you need help marketing and building your business!
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