The British Voice of Merchants Barter Exchange

Almost all business experts would agree that – even though the economy is still very bleak with not much but hopes and prayers for a real recovery in sight – now is actually an extremely good time to be considering opening a business. I completely agree that opportunities abound. True entrepreneurs manage to see that ‘silver lining’ in everything, and many of my close friends and associates just don’t buy into the doom and gloom of the recession.

In a deflated economy, such as this, the benefit… Continue

There are many costs involved with starting any business, whether it's a franchise or an independent venture. Chiropractors, massage therapists, and many other service industries are actually taught to leverage the power of bartering during their start-up phase, but why should it be limited to just them?

Beyond the major expenses of premises and equipment, a start-up business that has an abundance of enthusiasm, but a shortage of new clients, and is often undercapitalized, is smart to barter. W… Continue

(Reprinted with permission from my good associate, Tram Holloway)


For those that don't know the term 'barter', it is the oldest and simplest form of commerce known to Man. Bartering is the exchange of goods and/or services between parties without the need for cash. Example: "I'll trade you flooring for roofing." Even though it has existed for thousands of years (most likely since the dawn of Man) and globally governments, large corporations and individuals engage in over $1 trillion of barter… Continue

I have a dream job. I'm very fortunate in that fact. I know I'm not alone in being blessed by finally having found something I not only love but also make a very comfortable living at. I hope some people reading this are in the same position. Isn't that one of the reasons we go into business for ourselves? One of the major reasons I love my job is that I'm a people-person and I get to meet and talk with thousands of business owners every year, hear their stories and help them build better busine… Continue