Monday, July 26, 2010

New Titles at EPL for Small Business Owners

Here are some new titles to check out at the Evanston Public Library.

19 ways to survive : small-business strategies for a tough economy, Spry, Lynn.   (658.022 Spry.L)
"This is not a book on economic theory. It's a practical guide for small business owners demonstrating hands-on techniques and ideas that you can start using today...Readers will be presented with the nuts-and-bolts basics on how they can turn their small business around today using inexpensive tactics to gain and retain customers."

Accounting savvy for business owners : a guide to the bare essentials. Goodman, Philip B.  CPA911 Pub, 2010.  (657.9042 Goodm.P)
Addressing a common problem for small business owners, this accessible handbook is the key to understanding the ins and outs of accounting. Demonstrating how to correctly maintain records and apply bookkeeping rules, but avoiding complex jargon, this guide demonstrates how to keep track of financial matters and monitor the overall health of any business.

Win government contracts for your small business, DiGiacomo, John.  Toolkit Media Group, c2010.  (658.804 Digia.J 2010)
Government contracts under $100,000 are targeted to small businesses. This title-now in its fifth edition-will show you how to get in on the action in just 10 easy-to-understand steps. By following the author's practical advice, you'll be listed accurately in the federal procurement system, allowing you to start receiving bid leads for lucrative federal contracts.

Thursday, July 15, 2010

Sidewalk Sales

The Central Street Business Association's annual SIDEWALK SALE takes place today, Thursday July 15 through Saturday, July 17th from 10am to 5pm each day. The businesses located between the 1900-2100 blocks of Central Street will be putting their wares out on the sidewalk at heavily discounted prices.  

Next weekend, you can visit the SUPER SIDEWALK SALE.  Close to 200 Evanston merchants in both downtown Evanston and the Chicago/Dempster district will be participating.  The Super Sidewalk Sale runs Friday, July 23 - Sunday, July 25, 2010; times vary with each business.

Show your support for Evanston's retail businesses by visiting one of these great sidewalk sales!