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Barry Parker

  • Whether you're starting or growing a business, membership with a trade association can be a great benefit. Networking and meeting opportunities can help…
  • The Saturday following Thanksgiving has become known as "Small Business Saturday." American Express started the campaign in 2010 to focus consumer…
  • Business owners should have a strategic plan. It is not the easiest task given the three levels the plan should contain. Louisiana Small Business…
  • There are some steps business owners can take in preparing for holiday shoppers.Louisiana Small Business Development Center's Barry Parker has a few…
  • Image is unique. A business' image can help draw customers. If the perception does not match performance, it can result in driving customers away.…
  • Establishing your brand begins with your company's name. Trying to decide on a name that identifies you best, might be a somewhat complicated task.…
  • Getting to be your own boss does not hold everything it appears to promise. LSBDC's Barry Parker presents some common beliefs about entrepreneurship that…
  • The ability to act on quality issues is vital to small businesses. LSBDC's Barry Parker provides a few benchmarks to keep in mind to make sure owners are…
  • Growth and success in a small business will eventually lead to hiring employees. Louisiana Small Business Development Center's Barry Parker shares on…
  • Many consumers check on product reviews before a purchase. Small business owners need to be aware of reviews and the impact they can have on consumer…