Data Age Welcomes Game X Change To PawnMaster Nation

As the global leader, most widely used, recognized, and most reliable software firm supplying...

Marketing Matters

Marketing. I could write that word in hieroglyphics and we would probably be as close to...

Leadership In Times Of Crisis

Over the years, the word “leadership” has frequently been used as more of a buzzword. Don't get me...

In the Pawn Shop: General VS. Specialty Stores

I’ve been asked many times, “Why do you carry all this stuff in your store”? I know they’re...

Data Age eCommerce Clients Surpass $45 Million In Online Sales

Data Age Business Systems, developer of the industry’s leading pawn management software...

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The Extra Yard

The Extra Yard

In my previous life as a small business owner, this was always the time of year when I was head's down looking to crank out sales. Having a multiple store chain and selling straight retail, the holidays was where I made my mark. At the time, I didn't realize that the...

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Everything You Need to Know About Small Business Saturday 2018

Everything You Need to Know About Small Business Saturday 2018

Small Business Saturday 2018 is around the corner, as communities gear up for a day of supporting small businesses across the United States. If you’re a small business, an employee at a small business, or a supporter of small businesses and want to become involved in...

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The Power of Teamwork

The Power of Teamwork

I’ve been working with people in some capacity for 27 years, and I always have been and remain a firm believer in the concept of teamwork. Recently in fact I experienced the power of teamwork firsthand here with our own PawnMaster team. The way they came together was...

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The Importance of Being Present

The Importance of Being Present

Time is short and every day matters. Each day is 24 hours that cannot be reclaimed. I believe it is important to take the time to invest in yourself and know where you want to go. Below are a few things I do consistently for my own growth, and believe these are...

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10 Expert Tips to Creating Repeat Business

10 Expert Tips to Creating Repeat Business

There’s good evidence pointing to the fact that existing customers are easier to sell to than new ones. In fact, over half of a small enterprise’s business comes from client you’ve already sold to before.

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15 Social Media Marketing Strategies the Pros Use

15 Social Media Marketing Strategies the Pros Use

More than 70 percent of small businesses plan on using social media for marketing this year, according to data from Infusionsoft. But not all of those businesses have an actual strategy. Posting content here and there isn’t going to be as effective as going in with a...

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14 Ways Your Retail Store Can Win the Holidays

14 Ways Your Retail Store Can Win the Holidays

The holiday outlook for retailers is merry and bright: The National Retail Federation expects holiday retail sales in November and December to increase between 4.3% and 4.8% over 2017, while Deloitte predicts growth of 5% to 5.6% compared to last year. What’s more,...

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How Sponsoring a Local Event Can Grow Your Business

How Sponsoring a Local Event Can Grow Your Business

There are more ways than ever to market to your audience, but businesses are overlooking some of the strategies available to them. According to an infographic from Zipsprout, sponsoring an event is one of the channels most businesses have yet to try.

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My Goldenballs Memoirs: My Employee Incentives Include Crack Dip

My Goldenballs Memoirs: My Employee Incentives Include Crack Dip

According to my employees, I make crack dip. It’s really nothing crazy and I haven’t had a flavor that was ever considered disagreeable. My secret ingredient supplier is no longer around, so I have had to find alternate resources and blends, but without fail I’m still...

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5 Habits All Small Business Owners Need for Success

5 Habits All Small Business Owners Need for Success

Starting a business takes vision, drive, and hard work. However, sometimes business owners get so used to putting all their time and energy into their business’ success that they are sabotaging their business’ future. From focusing on self-care to shifting your...

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The Lights Are Always On, and There’s Always Someone Home

The Lights Are Always On, and There’s Always Someone Home

No product or service – or end user – is perfect. This is especially true when it comes to hardware and software. Most entrepreneurial-dominated industries are successful because the people who make up the industry focus on what they do best. In the collateral lending...

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Master the Art of Local Marketing with these 12 Tips

Master the Art of Local Marketing with these 12 Tips

Local marketing has multiple benefits for a business. It offers you the opportunity to get your products and services in the face of new home-based customers and can elevate your business in the community. Your company can easily become a household name by being front...

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Free is Better Than Fast for Ecommerce Consumers

Free is Better Than Fast for Ecommerce Consumers

According to the 2018 annual eCommerce survey by Dotcom Distribution, more than 90% of the respondents placed a high value on free returns when they make an online purchase. A slightly higher number (91%) also said their future purchase is influenced by free shipping.

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