Self-Employed Magazine

July/August 2010

• E-Waste Is Not a Dirty Word

  Monday, July 12, 2010

  What are you supposed to do with broken or outdated office equipment? Fortunately, there are an increasing number of eco-friendly ways to dispose of this waste without hurting the environment.

• Poised For Growth

  Monday, July 12, 2010

  NASE Members need to evaluate exactly what growth means and how to make the climb to the next level a reality. The move is exhilarating but needs to be executed carefully and purposefully, experts caution. Here’s what you need to know to avoid stumbling as you step up to your next level.

• Perfect Pitch

  Monday, July 12, 2010

  A well-crafted elevator pitch is an essential networking tool that home business owners can use in social situations, online profiles and even marketing materials. Here are five tips that will help you make sure your first impressions are pitch-perfect.

• From The President: Decisions, Decisions

  Monday, July 12, 2010

  We understand the vital role of decision-making. And at the NASE, we want to give you resources and tools to help you make the best decisions for your micro-business. That’s what this issue of Self-Employed is all about.

• Unprepared For Your Golden Years?

  Monday, July 12, 2010

  Whether you’re decades from retirement or only days, have operated a micro-business for years or are just launching one, you’ll find tools and resources here to shore up your future.

• Inside Job

  Monday, July 12, 2010

  The greatest business risk many owners face may be standing right in front of them: employee fraud and embezzlement.

• Which Websites Are Good For Your Health?

  Monday, July 12, 2010

  We increasingly rely on the Web’s treasure-trove of data. But how trustworthy is the information we’re unearthing? Follow these rules to find the best, most accurate health websites.

• Business School

  Monday, July 12, 2010

  Serious-minded students at colleges and universities across the country are eager to help micro-business owners with tasks as varied as advertising strategy, feasibility studies, market research, social networking and strategic planning.

• NASE Member Profile: Building On A Dream

  Monday, July 12, 2010

  Brian Brophy has been an NASE Member for five years. He owns New Creation Construction in Lockeford, Calif. His website is newcreationconstruction.us.