Take Our Merchant Account Processing Services Survey
Donna Maria asks Indies to share a bit about their merchant services needs so she can negotiate better rates for IBN members.
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Mixing Pleasure With Pleasure
Donna Maria says to forget mixing business with pleasure. Mix pleasure with pleasure!
DetailsMake The World Rich (AUDIO)
Donna Maria’s brief audio thoughts on making the world rich, as opposed to using the world to make you rich.
DetailsBusiness School With Warren Buffet and Sean Carter (Jay-Z)
Donna Maria shares insightful commentary on the business genius of Warren Buffet and Sean Carter (Jay-Z).
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Curried Couscous Salad
Donna Maria’s healthful take on a Food Network recipe for Cous Cous Salad.
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You Need A Vision
Donna Maria shares plans for a family “Vision Board” afternoon, along with her 6-year old son’s insightful observation.
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Mr. President, Is It Main Street's Turn Yet?
Donna Maria asks President Obama when it will be time to address the needs of “real” small business owners.
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My Question For SBA Administrator Karen G. Mills
Donna Maria shares the question she asked of Karen Mills, the administrator of the US Small Business Administration.
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Can You Start A Business With Little Or No Money?
Donna Maria shares feedback from Indie Business owners on the topic ow the money needed to successfully launch and maintain a small business, especially through the early years.
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Tips For Using Events And Social Media To Engage Your Local Customer Base
Donna Maria shares Kaila Westerman’s tips for hosting a fun event to serve your local customer base.
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Marcia Conner: Achieve More And Learn Better Through Social Media
Donna Maria interviews author Marcia Conner about using new and social media tools to learn, collaborate, and achieve more.
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A Harsh WakeUp Call: It's Not Money Or The Economy, It's You
Donna Maria offers sincere but pointed commentary, and a reality check, for people seeking to launch small businesses with unrealistic expectations.
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The Pursuit Of Meaning
Inspired by the movie, “The Pursuit of Happyness,” Donna Maria shares thoughts on the pursuit of happiness and meaning in life.
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Thank You For The Opportunity To Serve
Donna Maria thanks readers and sponsors who support her work serving small and independent business owners nationwide.
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