Introduction: the challenge of growth This paper examines the difficulties inherent in the prudent management of growth in microfinance organizations and identified potential limits to the greater efficiency, profitability and sustainability that are usually expected to achieve growth and higher dimensions.

To illustrate these dilemmas, the paper uses the experience of Banco Solidario SA (BancoSol) in Bolivia. For the formalization as a bank BancoSol brought the prospect of faster growth and, consequently, a number of challenges, unexpected problems, new sources of costs and adjustments of the second generation. From this experience you can learn lessons very interesting, because few microfinance organizations in Latin America have grown so much and so fast.

The objectives of this paper are to analyze how growth has occurred in the case of BancoSol, considering the challenges that this growth creates for any microfinance organization and identify conditions that must be met for prudent management of growth. Given the history of the creation of BancoSol, would be impossible to understand the lessons of this experience if the analysis does not consider, where appropriate, the first steps taken during the PRODEM.

The growth has at least three positive implications for a microfinance organization. First, growth is the central mechanism to increase the reach of the institution, which is one of the main indicators of its success. A growing number of customers improved amplitude range. Given that in developing countries there are large numbers of family businesses that may be subject poor credit but who lack access to financial services, microfinance organizations should always searchan growth.

Let the OHFA help with down payment and closing costs through the profit tax credit or interest-free loan payments until August 2010. Eligible borrowers who participate in the program for their first home buyers or the Ohio Heroes program can use the loan to reduce the costs that a buyer must pay from his pocket when buying a home.

If you qualify for one of the programs for housing loans of OHFA, may decide to take advantage of the benefit program tax credit.

* The OHFA will issue a loan in the form of second mortgage for up to 3% of the purchase price of the house.
* You can use the loan for the down payment for closing costs or other expenses to be paid in advance prior to closing. Note that although the loan will considerably reduce their expenses, you may still need to pay some costs of its pocket if they are not covered by the loan.
* If you take advantage of the loan, the interest rate on the second mortgage is set at 1% higher than the current mortgage rates of OHFA and you begin to pay the August 1, 2010.
* You may be eligible for a new federal tax credit for buyers of their first home of up to $ 8,000. You can claim the credit on your federal tax return for 2008 to be submitted no later than April 15, 2009, or the tax return for 2009 to present in 2010. You can find more information about the tax credit for buyers of their first home on the website of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
* There are incentives available if you decide to prepay the loan for the benefit of tax credit for purchasers of homes before June 30, 2010. Otherwise, your mortgage payments will increase slightly due to the additional payment of the second mortgage.

Do I qualify?

To qualify for the benefit of tax credit, you must meet the program requirements of OHFA loans for buyers of homes and closing the transaction of his house before November 30, 2009. You can also claim a federal tax credit of up to $ 8,000 in their federal tax return, 2008 to be submitted before April 15, 2009, or the tax return for 2009 to be presented in 2010. Check the requirements for the program to buyers of their first home and the heroes of Ohio.

In addition, you must:

* Take an educational course for purchasers of housing provided by a housing counseling agency approved by HUD, or
* Use the instructional program for buyers of homes in the OHFA online.

Learn more about the educational options for buyers of homes.
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In the coming years, providing excellent customer service will determine the success of any enterprise. Some time in the organizational environment that can be heard this phrase, however, when acting as clients often do not receive a service is consistent with it. It would be useful to recall that when the customer is well served, in addition to comment back.

But if we pause to reflect what is causing this widespread lack of awareness about the service, we can begin with the following: each person who attends our staff belongs to the front line, ie those Employees who have direct contact with the client, since it is difficult to do an executive. This is important, because part of the image that takes the customer of the company, is the treatment given.

The idea is so simple, how to create loyal customers in time, one of the best investments you can make, therefore, is to raise the professional quality of staff. Think of ourselves: we take care to select and train our staff to provide good service?
A good goal is to make regular and casual customers, this is achieved by the service. In this sense, although it is vital to use good technology is not enough to possess the most modern machinery and the best system, all involved must take the most that can be derived from these resources in relation to the unmet needs of market.

At the same time, we must move decisively in the development of the concept of Quality Management. Of course, more than one local entrepreneur might ask: why spend money on quality control if we do not come here?

In the case of products, it is very common to confuse quality control with a gentleman sitting at the end of the line and dedicated to separate the bad from the good that came out. Not so. Quality management aims, simply, that there are no defects. So this is a topic that does not support middle: either you are a fan of the quality of service or is not.

There are several reasons to invest in a program of quality improvement, which vary by market and wanted the technology to process, but always see three reasons that are applicable to any activity and any market:

1. Trade borders, throughout the world, are becoming more permeable, so that new competitors will have at home that have worked for decades in this direction.

2. If you want to place our products or services abroad, we must-at least able to achieve international quality standards, but not only that: we will also have to be competitive in price, delivery conditions, design, etc. ..

3. Consumers today demand higher quality in their purchases and their loyalty to a brand is weakened by adopting an attitude of permanent. If you still have doubts about the benefits of operating quality, I will name – as shown – the following:

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Increased profitability.
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Enhancing the quality of loyal customers.
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Reduced cost of waste.
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Increased staff satisfaction, reducing turnover.
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Increased market share by developing the ability to attract new customers.

Is it so important to quality as a substitute for good management?
No. Personally, I am clear that the final quality of service will never exceed the quality of managerial management. This arises from the following: not enough on training and customer service, it must be a cascade effect, starting with the directors and reaching all staff, maintaining inward (internal customers) the same treatment as out (external client).

Finally, a good way to see what kind of services we are taking is to conduct a brief survey among customers and then take the views of senior management, which generally do not know what happens below.

It is clear that the answers obtained will be the starting point to improve things in business, because ultimately what we’re trying to improve the quality of life.

There are several reasonable options that are available capitalization for those aspiring to become entrepreneurs. The key is to plan. Your financial strategy has to be meaningful not only for yourself but for your prospective lender.

In just 60 seconds, we’ll show how to build a solid financial foundation for your fledgling business.

0:60 Identify your needs
Calculate what you need to start and maintain your business – equipment, inventory, and office space and branches. Then, consider how much you can cover your capital (your savings, or contributions from family and friends). Be careful, do not want to estimate either very small or large your needs, nor want to endanger the economic stability of your family or relationships.

0:48 Study options
Commercial banks are the most common lenders for small business, offering a variety of conventional loans as loans secured by the Administration of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA, for its acronym in English) You can also consider firms capital, finance companies, associations, etc.. Be sure to learn everything we can about the evaluation criteria and terms of payment for each option.

0:36 Present your case
Most lenders require a business plan, a resume detailing your education and business experience, credit history and references specific to the loan documents. Develop your business plan with specific sections describing the nature and type of business, resources available and how they are used to achieve the goals, time calculations, financial objectives, competitive analysis and how your business in the market.

0:25 Fill in the blanks
Some lenders may also require liquidity projections that illustrate both your ability to start the business and to repay the loan. Remember that this plan should be realistic and must be supported by data that will validate your projections and estimates. Do not skimp on research.

0:13 Practice your presentation
All applications for initial capital will require some type of presentation. Although you feel safe in these situations, organize your thoughts and practices with people who offer you an objective opinion about your presentation. Anticipate questions that you may find will increase your confidence and prepare you for any situation that may arise.

0:03 Question … and more question.
Talk to potential lenders about their processes and expectations of the loan. Your branch of SCORE has many resources and experienced advisers to guide you through the steps in this initial funding.

The Japan Airlines Company, the first in Japan, needs about 250,000 million yen (1,890 million euros) to fund its restructuring plan and to address poor performance arising from the crisis , said Wednesday’s Nikkei business daily.

According to the newspaper, the airline sought bank loans amounting to 100,000 million yen ($ 755 million) and will try to raise a similar amount by selling shares and issuing new securities in the current fiscal year, which ends in March 2010.

In addition, Japan Airlines is considering a possible alliance with U.S. company Delta Airlines, the largest airline in the world, has shown interest in investing up to 50,000 billion yen (377 million) in the Japanese airline.

It received late last June, a credit line worth 100,000 million yen from a consortium consisting of, among others, the Japan Development Bank and the government backed the company in exchange for accepting temporarily put under supervision of the Ministry of Transport.

The airline, which lost between April and June 99,000 billion yen (723 million euros), is immersed in a cost-cutting plan to dispense with 1,200 workers and reduce its operations and air routes and use smaller planes to accommodate to lower demand.

For the current fiscal year, Japan Airlines expects to record a net loss of 63.000 billion yen (460 million) and an operating loss of 59,000 billion yen (431 million)

What is a Business Plan?

Concept and Definition

Also known as the Business Plan or Business Plan. We can define it as a map that describes the trajectory of the company or business, three times, past, by way of introduction; Present: the specification of the situation at the time; Future: The projections of goals and objectives.

We can define it as a document in an orderly and systematically details the operational and financial aspects of a company. Then, like a map that guides the traveler, the business plan in advance to determine where the company where they’re coming and how much we need to reach the target.

Who needs a Business Plan?

It is generally customary to think that only large companies need a business plan. However, this document is essential for small and medium enterprises (SME’s). Many entrepreneurs consider the business plan as “the most powerful tool” that can be used to operate in the evolving market economy. Therefore this instrument in the hands of a micro and medium business could be a key to open a number of business opportunities.

What I need?

When we think of a business plan usually believe that this only helps us to search for funding. The first objective should be to define a precise and objective manner the feasibility of the project or company.

It can also be used for:

1. Redefine the direction of action;

2. Supporting an application for credit;

3. Search for new investors or partners, including the type of Joint Ventures

4. Make an offer of sale;

5. Obtain a license or a franchise from a
local or foreign company, among other options.

Each stream has its own scheme of how to develop a business plan. If you just starting this and want to organize your steps you can use the following guide, bearing in mind that each company will have its specificities.

Schematic model for the development of a Business Plan

I. Introduction to the Company or Business:

1.1 Origins of the company.

1.2 Objectives and philosophy of the company. Defining the mission, vision and values (what, how and for whom)

1.3 Characteristics of the company.

1.4 Composition and Organization.

1.5 Human Resources. Management team. Operational team.

1.6 Physical resources.

1.7 Expectations of partners and customers

II. Nature of Project

2.1 The product or service

2.1.1 Current and Features

2.1.2 Operational Strategy (products or services)

2.1.3 Prices, sales and costs

2.2 Overall assessment of the project and consistency

III. Marketing and Strategy

3.1 Identification of the target (segment) of the target market

3.2 Competitive Analysis

3.3 Price Strategy

3.4 Promotion and advertising

3.5 Distribution

3.6 Forecasts

3.7 Marketing Plan

IV. Product or Service

4.1 Specifications of the product or service

4.2 Area of production

4.3 Equipment and Infrastructure

V. Organization and Work Plan Development Project

5.1 General aspects of the organization

5.2 Legal framework of the organization

5.3 Work plan for project development

VI. Economic Issues – Financial

6.1 Determination of the initial investment required

6.2 Study of available funding sources

6.3 Projected performance

6.4 Plan and Cash Projections

6.5 Balance Sheet

VII. Conclusions

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