Experts in small business affairs answer your questions.
Managing your account is easier than you think. Use our online tools to manage your account as well
as your expenses.
Got a question about your business? Ask us anything about marketing, management or money. Each month we’ll select the top 5 questions and post both the questions and the answers from our small business expert. Bookmark this page to see the latest advice!
MARVIN GARELLEK
Marvin is a lifetime entrepreneur with many businesses to his credit. He is currently
the President and CEO of ICBB, the publisher of Plan A Business PlanWorks
software for entrepreneurs.
He also conducts seminars and workshops for entrepreneurs on topics ranging
from business planning, marketing, sales, negotiations, raising money,
management, getting publicity, online marketing, reducing taxes and others.
He’s ready to answer any of your questions about starting or growing your
small business.
Featured Question
How do we get our business more out there. I am a notary that is only been in business for one year?
A notary in a startup, early stage or even one who has been practicing for many years needs to grow their business. One of the most important keys to growing your business is establishing and building relationships. When working with matters concerning estates, deeds, powers-of-attorney, local and international business, you need to work with the professionals that hire and/or recommend a notary. Build working relationships with Escrow Officers otherwise known as loan officers as well as other professionals including real estate agents, accountants, insurance brokers and lawyers. The way you do it is through networking. Become a member of local notary and business associations. Attend and/or sponsor seminars/events that bankers, insurance agents, real estate brokers, lawyers and accountants attend. Traditional marketing strategies also work if the message and market is properly targeted. These include; direct mail, media advertising to create awareness, build a website and use Internet marketing i.e. email, pay per click ads, public relations. The best advice I can give you is to Network, Network, Network and never give up!
