ToolboxThere are a number of resources out there that can help an entrepreneur hit the ground running, enabling one to develop an Internet presence or implement IT infrastructure at little cost, or to quickly jump-start business development efforts. These are some of the tools we use: Software We use a number of software packages... so many that we have given them their own page. Hosting 1and1, one of the largest companies in the industry, offers aggressively priced web hosting packages that can be easily upgraded over time, while providing the reliability and support you require today. They also provide domain names at a fraction of the cost of other providers; most hosting packages even include a number of free domains. Professional Networks Also known as social networks, these sites bring business professionals together. They enable you to leverage the relationships of your business contacts and their contacts in turn to help you find employees, financing, business partners or future customers. The following sites (ranked in terms of value) have achieved critical mass making them a must for your networking efforts.
Competitive Intelligence In addition to the classic search engines, there are a number of sites which either provide raw competitive intelligence or the tools you need to find more. |
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