Facebook Page & Twitter Posts for the week of October 3rd

This is a summary of posts for the week of October 3rd to Twitter and the Arocho Law Office Facebook Page:

“The Social Network”: Facebook’s lessons for innovators & business: http://smartblogs.com/socialmedia/2010/09/30/the-social-network-facebooks-lessons-for-innovators/

Me & My Brand: Lively Entrepreneurs Ring Up Sales: http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704631504575532493871407232.html?mod=dist_smartbrief

Shopping pink at the grocery store can bring benefits - but read the label's fine print: http://www.app.com/article/20101003/ENT05/10030308/Shopping-pink-at-the-grocery-store-can-bring-benefits-but-read-the-label-s-fine-print

The 5 new rules of crisis management in Social Media: http://thebrandbuilder.wordpress.com/2010/10/04/the-5-new-rules-of-crisis-management-in-social-media/

How to Improve Your Chances of Getting a Loan: http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/217382

Linkedin - The Social Network That Gets Down to Business: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/09/30/technology/personaltech/30basics.html?pagewanted=1&_r=1&ref=technology&src=me

The world's worst digital marketing advice - http://www.imediaconnection.com/content/27681.asp

The "Ultimate" Small Business Marketing Guide: http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Matters/The-quot-Ultimate-quot-Small-Business-Marketing-Guide/ba-p/38252?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-100610-_-weekly-_-community

From the Home Office to Main Street – The Ultimate Guide to Green Small Business! http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Matters/From-the-Home-Office-to-Main-Street-The-Ultimate-Guide-to-Green/ba-p/37662?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-100610-_-weekly-_-community

SBA Announces Improvements to SBIR Program ( Small BusinessInnovation Research Program)- http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Cents/SBA-Announces-Improvements-to-SBIR-Program/ba-p/37620?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-100610-_-weekly-_-community

Is the Business Lunch Dead? Nine Tips to Entertain Without Blowing Your Budget - http://community2.business.gov/t5/The-Industry-Word/Is-the-Business-Lunch-Dead-Nine-Tips-to-Entertain-Without/ba-p/37530?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-100610-_-weekly-_-community

A Bicentennial Tribute: Abraham Lincoln on Stamps at http://www.stamps.org/Albums/Lincoln.pdf

Facebook Page & Twitter Posts for the week of September 26th

This is a summary of posts for the week of September 26th to Twitter and the Arocho Law Office Facebook Page:

Consider your competitors as colleagues, too: http://www.usatoday.com/money/smallbusiness/columnist/edmunds/2010-09-29-competitors-colleagues_N.htm

5 Takeaways Marketers Could Learn From Mr. Rogers of PBS Children TV: http://www.fastcompany.com/1691558/5-takeaways-marketers-could-learn-from-mr-rogers?partner=rss

New App Clues You in on What People Think of Your Website: http://blog.entrepreneur.com/2010/09/new-app-clues-you-in-on-what-people-think-of-your-website.php

7 Easy Steps to Bootstrapping Success: http://www.inc.com/magazine/20101001/7-easy-steps-to-bootstrapping-success.html

Translating your property maintenance business into government business: http://community2.business.gov/t5/The-Industry-Word/Translating-your-property-maintenance-business-into-government/ba-p/37372?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-092910-_-weekly-_-community

Wage Garnishment – Know Your Responsibilities When it Comes to Withholding an Employee Earnings: http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Cents/Wage-Garnishment-Know-Your-Responsibilities-When-it-Comes-to/ba-p/36676?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-092910-_-weekly-_-community

Why, and How to Keep Your Business and Personal Banking Separate: http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Matters/Why-and-How-to-Keep-Your-Business-and-Personal-Banking-Separate/ba-p/35940?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-092910-_-weekly-_-community

Building your Finance Team for your business- Do You Need an Accountant? Could You Benefit from a CFO? http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Matters/Building-your-Finance-Team-Do-You-Need-an-Accountant-Could-You/ba-p/37278?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-092910-_-weekly-_-community

Small Business Tip: Before you can bid on government proposals, you'll need to obtain a couple of registrations. First, you will first need to obtain a Dun & Bradstreet D-U-N-S Number, a unique nine-digit identification number for each physical location of your business. D-U-N-S Number assignment is free for all businesses required to register with the federal government for contracts or grants. http://www.dnb.com/us/duns_update/

NY lawsuit by charity blames SEC for failing to catch Madoff: http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2010-09-24/litwin-foundation-sues-sec-for-negligence-over-madoff-investment-losses.html

Facebook Page & Twitter Posts for the week of September 19th

This is a summary of posts for the week of September 19th to Twitter and the Arocho Law Office Facebook Page:

"Tough times have compelled small-business owners to rethink long-held business practices. But many are finding creative ways to continue their support for good causes." Despite Struggles, Entrepreneurs Find Ways to Give Back:http://www.nytimes.com/2010/09/16/business/smallbusiness/16sbiz.html?_r=1&ref=business

Some businesses are victims of social-couponing (Groupon, Living Social) success: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/09/17/AR2010091707048.html?tid=nn_twitter

How to Handle a Tax Audit- The Insider Perspective at http://financialhighway.com/how-to-handle-a-tax-audit-the-insider-perspective/

Attorney Arocho is Member of GWH Chamber of Commerce's Government Affairs Committee: http://www.capitalwirepr.com/pr_description.php?id=1c54bb68-bbff-3490-2ff2-4c92808798f2

Location, Location, Location – Finding the Best “Hub of Opportunity” for Your Business: http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Matters/Location-Location-Location-Finding-the-Best-Hub-of-Opportunity/ba-p/35936?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-092210-_-weekly-_-community

The "Ultimate" Small Business Guide to Social Media Marketing: http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Matters/The-quot-Ultimate-quot-Small-Business-Guide-to-Social-Media/ba-p/35908?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-092210-_-weekly-_-community

5 Tips to Help You Forecast Sales: http://community2.business.gov/t5/The-Industry-Word/5-Tips-to-Help-You-Forecast-Sales/ba-p/36474?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-092210-_-weekly-_-community

Marketing Your Business with White Papers: http://community2.business.gov/t5/The-Industry-Word/Marketing-Your-Business-with-White-Papers/ba-p/35954?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-092210-_-weekly-_-community

Mio Restaurant in Washington, DC has excellent food and a great ambiance! Check it out! http://www.facebook.com/pages/Washington-DC/Mio-Restaurant-Cafe/96171401820

Facebook Page & Twitter Posts for the week of September 12th

This is a summary of posts for the week of September 12th to Twitter and the Arocho Law Office Facebook Page:

Which Industries are Using Social Media – And Which Social Media Do They Use? http://community2.business.gov/t5/The-Industry-Word/Which-Industries-are-Using-Social-Media-And-Which-Social-Media/ba-p/34774?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-091510-_-weekly-_-community

Your Elevator Pitch: Communicating Your Revenue Model is Key…http://community2.business.gov/t5/The-Industry-Word/Your-Elevator-Pitch-Communicating-Your-Revenue-Model-is-Key/ba-p/34966?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-091510-_-weekly-_-community

Your Business Owner’s Policy: What’s in the Fine Print: http://community2.business.gov/t5/The-Industry-Word/Your-Business-Owner-s-Policy-What-s-in-the-Fine-Print/ba-p/35698?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-091510-_-weekly-_-community

Facebook Page & Twitter Posts for the weeks of August 29th, & September 5th

This is a summary of posts for the weeks of August 29th & September 5th to Twitter and the Arocho Law Office Facebook Page:

Employee or Independent Contractor: Watch Your Classifications-Compliance with the rules governing worker classifications can save you a lot of trouble down the road. http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/217208?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+entrepreneur%2Flatest+%28Entrepreneur.com%3A+Latest+Articles

Could a Peanut Paste End Malnutrition? http://www.nytimes.com/2010/09/05/magazine/05Plumpy-t.html?_r=1&hp

A Start-Ups' Guide to Business Licenses & Permits - Be Compliant from the Get-Go: http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Matters/A-Start-Ups-Guide-to-Business-Licenses-amp-Permits-Be-Compliant/ba-p/34540?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-090810-_-weekly-_-community

Getting Started in State and Local Government Contracting – A Small Business 101: http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Matters/Getting-Started-in-State-and-Local-Government-Contracting-A/ba-p/34064?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-090810-_-weekly-_-community

How Much Money Do I Need? – A Guide to Estimate Your New Business Startup Expenses: http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Cents/How-Much-Money-Do-I-Need-A-Guide-to-Estimate-Your-Startup/ba-p/33947?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-090810-_-weekly-_-community

Facebook Page & Twitter Posts for the week of August 22nd

This is a summary of posts for the week of August 22nd to Twitter and the Arocho Law Office Facebook Page:

IRS Summertime Tax Tip 2010: Employee vs. Independent Contractor – Seven Tips for Business Owners http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=173423,00.html

Empowering Minority Entrepreneurs and Pequeñas Empresas – Government Resources that Can Help: http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Matters/Empowering-Minority-Entrepreneurs-and-Peque%C3%B1as-Empresas/ba-p/32668?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-082510-_-weekly-_-community

5 Tips for Getting to Know Your Competition and using it to Your Advantage: http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Matters/5-Tips-for-Getting-to-Know-Your-Competition-and-using-it-to-Your/ba-p/32170?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-082510-_-weekly-_-community

What? SBA Loans Offered Through Sam’s Club? You Heard Right! http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Cents/SBA-Loans-Offered-Through-Sam-s-Club-You-Heard-Right/ba-p/32034?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-082510-_-weekly-_-community

5 Future Trends in Business Planning: http://community2.business.gov/t5/The-Industry-Word/5-Future-Trends-in-Business-Planning/ba-p/32648?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-082510-_-weekly-_-community

From IRS-Pre Order the Tax Calendar for Small Businesses and Self-Employed-If you order now, the English version of the 2011 Tax Calendar will be shipped by early November. To order call (800) 829-3676 or go to: http://www.irs.gov/businesses/small/page/0,,id=82780,00.html

Facebook Page & Twitter Posts for the week of August 15th

This is a summary of posts for the week of August 15th to Twitter and the Arocho Law Office Facebook Page:

What would the world be like if there were no lawyers? See video at http://www.metacafe.com/watch/5000547/a_world_without_lawyers/

Business.Gov: 7 Tips for Finding and Hiring the Right Employee – The First Time (from the experts at SCORE) - http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Matters/7-Tips-for-Finding-and-Hiring-the-Right-Employee-The-First-Time/ba-p/31227?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-081810-_-weekly-_-community

Business.Gov: Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn? Finding the Right Fit for Your Small Business - http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Matters/Twitter-Facebook-or-LinkedIn-Finding-the-Right-Fit-for-Your/ba-p/31878?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-081810-_-weekly-_-community

Business.Gov: Portal for Minority & Women Owned Businesses - http://www.business.gov/?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-081810-_-weekly-_-internal

Business.Gov: Power User Spotlight: Build a Strong Network - http://community2.business.gov/t5/In-the-Loop/Power-User-Spotlight-Build-a-Strong-Network/ba-p/31231?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-081810-_-weekly-_-community

Facebook Page & Twitter Posts for the week of August 8th

This is a summary of posts for the week of August 8th to Twitter and the Arocho Law Office Facebook Page:

Get to the Top! – Tips for Making your Business Web Site More Prominent in an Online Search: http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Matters/Get-to-the-Top-Tips-for-Making-your-Business-Web-Site-More/ba-p/30963?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-081110-_-weekly-_-community

Selling Internationally? 8 Reasons why Export.gov Might Just Be Your New Best Friend: http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Matters/Selling-Internationally-8-Reasons-why-Export-gov-Might-Just-Be/ba-p/30229?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-081110-_-weekly-_-community

Three Proven Tips for Growing New Markets on a Tight Budget (Listen, Engage, Educate): http://community2.business.gov/t5/Small-Business-Matters/3-Proven-Tips-for-Growing-New-Markets-on-a-Tight-Budget-Listen/ba-p/20579

Idea Exchange: Traditional and New Media Marketing for your Business: http://community2.business.gov/t5/In-the-Loop/Idea-Exchange-Traditional-and-New-Media-Marketing/ba-p/30293?cm_mmc=GovDelivery-_-081110-_-weekly-_-community

Small Business Marketing-Learn Marketing Basics: http://www.business.gov/manage/marketing/

FTC's Advertising and Marketing on the Internet: Rules of the Road: http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/business/ecommerce/bus28.shtm

The CAN-SPAM Act: A Compliance Guide for Business: http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/business/ecommerce/bus61.shtm

"Remove Me" Responses and Responsibilities:
Email Marketers Must Honor "Unsubscribe" Claims - http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/business/alerts/alt112.shtm

Learn About The Google Tools To Help Run Your Business Better: http://businessforums.verizon.net/t5/Small-Biz-Blog/Learn-About-The-Google-Tools-To-Help-Run-Your-Business-Better/ba-p/232770

Investors Look to Fund Capital-Light Businesses: http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/217209