Ten Reasons to Enter Business Award Competitions

Sometimes some business owners hesitate to put their business forward for consideration of an award.  Ten reasons to take charge and step up:

1. You might win a plaque or award
2. It is a great promotional opportunity to get your business more exposure
3. A great chance to prepare and issue press releases
4. Free publicity from the organizers of the event - the level depends on the event
5. Networking opportunities at the actual event
6. Recognition for your staff members, it is always good to be working for an award winner
7. A chance for you to thank your suppliers
8. A chance for you to thank your customers
9. Learn about your competition - other businesses in the category
10. Gives a feeling of accomplishment after your years of hard work.

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The reasons for this blog:

1. Business owners need information that is easy to find and easier to use
2. Lenders still want proof that a business is well managed
   
3. Small and Home based business owners are often overwhelmed by all the info available, much of it is conflicting
4. I have knowledge to share
5. I like working with small and medium sized businesses
6. Small businesses are the future of our economy
7. Small businesses create the most jobs in our economy
8. Business owners need to plan and manage their businesses more effectively
9. A business that succeeds in a depressed economy will thrive in a good economy
10. I have owned and operated many successful small businesses.