No profits, no loans: How to survive

• How to profit when buyers are broke

  Even in a recession, savvy retailers can boost their business.

  The Flower Lady, Suwanee, Ga.
  How does a florist sell more in this economy? We changed our business to designing weddings and events only, as the everyday flowers are not selling. We had to throw out too much product at the end of the week -- flowers are perishable!

  Oct 26, 2009 3:32 PM ET
  Posted in: Sales & marketing

• Turning customers into repeat buyers

  Sales don't just wander in your front door. Here's how to cultivate up a steady stream of shoppers.

  Sanjay, Huntington, N.Y.
  We have a retail shop of clothing and jewelry. I sit all day waiting for the customers. How can I utilize that time on my computer, and do something that will generate extra cash for my business?

  Oct 19, 2009 10:01 AM ET
  Posted in: Sales & marketing

• Should I relocate my bra business from the suburbs to the city?

  Patti is considering relocating her bra business to the city to increase foot traffic. Should Patti relocate? If not, how can she increase foot traffic?

  Apr 22, 2008 1:56 PM ET
  Posted in: Industry: Retail, Sales & marketing

• How to be an award-winning business

  Linda asked FSB about her business being considered for awards or lists. Has your business been considered for awards? What strategies did you use to ensure recognition?

  Apr 3, 2008 9:26 AM ET
  Posted in: Sales & marketing

• How do I promote a new restaurant?

  Peter asked FSB's advice on promoting a new restaurant and bar. Do you have any ideas for Peter?

  Mar 27, 2008 10:54 AM ET
  Posted in: Industry: Restaurants & food services, Sales & marketing

• Freebies and cost-cutting: slump survival tactics

  Reader Mike asked FSB's advice on surviving the dipping economy. How are you beating the slump with your grassroots business?

  Mar 21, 2008 10:09 AM ET
  Posted in: Industry: Construction, Sales & marketing

• Signs of the times

  Jorge needs help finding customers for his sign walker business. Do you have any tips for him?

  Mar 20, 2008 9:44 AM ET
  Posted in: Industry: Marketing & advertising, Sales & marketing

• Social networking for fun and profit

  Jaci is considering using Facebook as a marketing tool. Do you use Facebook, MySpace, or other types of social networking for your small business? What do you think about it?

  Mar 18, 2008 9:39 AM ET
  Posted in: Sales & marketing

• How snack companies snag in-flight deals

  Tim is trying to sell his healthy snacks to airlines. Have any other suggestions as to how he can do this?

  Mar 17, 2008 9:06 AM ET
  Posted in: Industry: Restaurants & food services, Sales & marketing