Is your New Year’s resolution to start a business? Is your dream to be your own boss? Do you have a passion you’d love to turn into profit?

If so, do you know your next step? After all, a resolution isn’t much without implementation. And deciding to start a business is one of the biggest resolutions out there.

After working with countless entrepreneurs over the years, there are some essential lessons I’ve learned from some of the most successful small business leaders out…

Calling all authors!!!!

Gain the exposure you deserve with our promotional packages on Indie Pub Promos! Pick the one that’s right for you and get the exposure your book deserves!

Platinum $49.99 purchase here

1 feature of the day plus one feature of the week for both book and author. Feature of the day…

If you’re renting an apartment instead of buying a house you may think that insurance coverage is superfluous. You couldn’t be more wrong. The owner of the apartment you’re renting must carry insurance, but except for very special circumstances that insurance probably won’t cover your belongings--that’s your responsibility. Following are a few tips on how to insure your apartment contents.

You May Have More Possessions than You Think

As a renter you need to realize that…

Say goodbye to traffic, transportation expenses, and busy shopping crowds. If you decide to do your shopping online, you can save both time and money due to the fact that you can shop right from a comfortable spot in your home or office. Although online shopping is one of the most convenient ways to buy some of your favorite things, there can be some risks involved if you aren't careful. Featured here are some tips to help you safely shop online.

Research Online…

Unless you live in an urban environment where public transportation is convenient and inexpensive, you most likely get back and forth to work or school in an automobile. In a rural area, driving a car is almost a necessity due to the distances you have to travel and a lack of public transportation. If you drive a car on public roads, it’s mandatory that you carry adequate insurance--it’s the law--and people who are still making payments on a vehicle are usually required to carry full…

If you are like most people, you probably have a stack of bills to pay each and every month. Chances are some of them are the result of repeated credit card use, which can lead to bills that are quite overwhelming. By now you may have heard of credit counseling, which is designed to help people with an over-abundance of unmanageable credit card debt. If you are thinking about enrolling in a credit counseling program but aren’t sure what to expect, the following article can…

Finding a credit card to use during your college years doesn’t need to be difficult. There are many lending institutions that offer them. The trick is to find a lender that will provide the services you need without charging an arm and a leg for the privilege. Many lending institutions are eager to provide students with a credit card because they feel that doing so will cause the student to do business with them for years to come. Following are a few tips on how to find the best student…

Many students begin their college career with absolutely no idea of what their major will be. Others know from an early age exactly where they want their path to lead. Most people fall somewhere in between--they have a general idea of what they want to study, but are considering other things. If you’re undecided perhaps these tips on how to choose the right college major can help.

What Is a College Major?

Basically a college major is a subject chosen by a student that…

Because it’s against the law to ride a motorcycle without a helmet in some states, almost every rider has one. In the states where wearing a helmet is optional, some people don them for safety. Although some riders prefer to go without a helmet, if you have to lay your bike down for any reason, you may wish you had one on--and that it fit properly, and met all the requirements stipulated by the government--because all helmets are not created equal. Here are a few tips on choosing a…

Popular New Year's Resolutions

Check out some New Year's resolutions that are popular year after year.

• Drink Less Alcohol
• Get a Better Education…

Buying a used car can be an intimidating experience, for any gender. Sadly, if you're female, there are a few extra challenges. Even if you're knowledgeable about motors, walking into a used car showroom is a taxing endeavour. The salesman may assume you're just after a car that's a pretty colour, and convincing them otherwise is an experience most buyers would rather do without.

Try the following tips to reduce the stress of buying a car.

Do Your Research

Check…

Tips on holiday etiquette by Peggy Post

1. Don't invite both members of a divorced or separated couple to a holiday gathering — unless you know they're on good terms. Most people who split up prefer not to see each other, at least initially. Bringing the two together could make them — and possibly others — uncomfortable. Instead, plan to see them separately over the…

Came across this fun post on holiday beauty tips.

Holiday Beauty Tips

33 Must-Have Holiday Party Picks

Hit this year's seasonal party circuit looking even more gorgeous than usual. Urban Decay founder Wende Zomnir shares her tips, tricks, and favorite products for getting a festive…

Owing a home carries a great deal of responsibility. You are entrusted with providing a place for your family to live. Making sure it’s comfortable, and will remain that way, requires adequate insurance coverage, because you never know when some sort of disaster could strike. If you’re like most people, you’re always looking for ways to get cheap home insurance. Following these tips may help.

Shop for the Best Price

One of the…

Is there someone in your life who makes you wonder or feel uneasy? Are you an employer who wants to know how to screen the background of potential employees? If the answer to either of these questions is yes, perhaps you should do a criminal background check on the person or people in question.

Performing a criminal background check on someone is not as hard as you may think, and the results can tell you a lot about a person. If you want…

Since online dating is more popular than ever, it probably won’t be going anywhere anytime soon. The problem is, finding an online dating site that suits your fancy can often be an overwhelming and time-consuming task. If you are thinking of joining an online dating site but aren’t sure where to begin, take a moment to check out the following popular sites.

Match - Introduced in 1995, Match is one of the oldest and most…

In the current economic climate a lot of home owners have decided to extend their current living space rather than sell while the property market is uncertain. A growing number of people tend to extend their living space with…

It’s something that all pregnant women go through – the strains of backache - however when you have already got children running around your heels, it can be hard to find a balance between playing with your children and taking the time to support yourself.

What causes backache during…

As time goes by childhood obesity is becoming more of a problem within the developed world. Fewer and fewer children pursue outdoor activities but instead turn to more straightforward activities that require less effort and energy.

The Rise of Technology

Playing…

Caring for a relative with learning difficulties can be a difficult and stressful undertaking, but, the good news is that there is help available. Many people make the mistake of assuming that if they can’t look after a family member, the only option is to make arrangements for them to live in a care home.…