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Enjoy the stories below and please share something you’ve read this week. The 34th edition of Eyeball Worthy Links of the Week:1. Small biz loan demand up, Federal Reserve says — CNNMoney — “A growing portion of the nation’s banks saw a spike in demand for loans to smaller firms late last year, according to the latest Federal Reserve figures …” 2. What Zappos Can Teach You About Becoming Irresistible to Customers — Copyblogger — “What can a well-run shoe store teach you about your own online business? Well, everything …” 3. A Cabinet Full of Entrepreneur Helpers — Government Executive — President Obama welcomed Karen Mills, administrator of the Small Business Administration, to the Cabinet, and emphasized that other agencies would be pitching in to help people who want to start their own businesses — even some you might not expect. 4. Forget Networking. How to Be a Connector — Entrepreneur — “We all know people like them, people who seem to know everyone. They’re always able to help — or if they can’t, they know someone who can. You meet them for the first time and in 15 minutes, you’re talking with them like you’re childhood friends …” 5. P&G To Lay Off 1,600 After Discovering It’s Free To Advertise On Facebook — Business Insider — “Reality appears to have finally arrived at Procter & Gamble, the world’s largest marketer, whose $10 billion annual ad budget has hurt the company’s margins …” 6. 8 Ways to Build Customer Loyalty — Inc. — “Top salespeople use these simple rules to keep their customers buying from them–even in the face of steep competition.” 7. Big Data, Big Dead End — CTRL-Shift News “‘Big Data’ seems well on its way to becoming the next big bandwagon. However, in the scheme of things I think it’s more like a Big Dead End …” Now it’s your turn. What did you see this week that is worthy of everyone’s eyeballs? MORE NEWS FROM LENDIO7 Eyeball Worthy Links #47Every Friday we list 7 of the best stories we’ve read throughout the week. Most have something to do with small business, entrepreneurship and getting funding or business loans. 20 Questions to Ask Yourself Before CrowdfundingNote: This is a guest post by professional keynote speaker, Scott Steinberg, a leading expert on leveraging new technology trends to enhance business strategy and family life. A noted industry consultant and bestselling author, his new book The Crowdfunding Bible is 100% free to download at www.CrowdFundingGuides.com, or in eBook form on Apple, Nook and Sony Reader devices. Lendio Scholarship Supported by 80 Colleges and Universities NationwideLendio scholarship to help emerging entrepreneurs have the resources to pursue education and their entrepreneurial dreams. Finding Toilets in Paris — Entrepreneur Addiction # 37 with Lee OddenClick below to Play Click here to download the mp3 Click here to subscribe on iTunes. Click here for the RSS feed (non iTunes) Click here for the show archive Yes, this is actually the side of Patrick Wiscombe's head. With 12 billion people searching online, and hundreds of millions on soc... 7 Eyeball Worthy Links of the Week #46Every Friday we list 7 of the best stories we’ve read throughout the week. Most have something to do with small business, entrepreneurship and getting funding or business loans. RELATED SMALL BUSINESS NEWSHow Ads on Your Site Can Affect SEO (Video)Your search rankings could be suffering if there are a number of advertisements above the content on your website. ... Nominations Are Open for the Small Business Influencer Awards!Does a special person or company come to mind when you think of someone or something important in the world of small business? Perhaps you think of a client of yours. Or maybe a favorite vendor or supplier, or a software app that has transformed your small business or made it more profitable. Or perhaps you think of a favorite journalist who covers issues important to small businesses. SBA Seeks to Boost Small-Dollar Loans With New Push (Video)The SBA is looking to increase the number of smaller loans in underserved communities with a new push. ... You’re the Boss Blog: A Start-Up Wants to Help You Cut Through the Clutter and Noise OnlineOne concern: the pitch could have done a better job of discussing the potential for competition. ... First State Bank Of Nebraska Recognized As Community Lender For 2012The First State Bank of Nebraska has been recognized as the Rural/Community Lender of the year 2012. SBA has recognized the bank for its efforts in Nebraska. State Bank Nebraska has served the community in a number of ways. |
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Every Friday we list 7 of the best stories we’ve read throughout the week. Most have something to do with small business and getting funding or business loans. Occasionally we’ll add something that’s completely off topic.