1. Take credit cards when dealing with any government agency. If you have not checked the box that says “we take purchase cards” or “we take credit cards” you are automatically disqualified from many searches.

If you have any registrations that might not have this information, make a list and go back and adjust them. Sometimes it is a hassle to get back into your CCR or other registrations, but it has to be done. If you have forgotten your password, follow the on-line procedure until you get it, or call the 1-800 number for help. But do it!

2.Don’t be bullied into paying anything for a DUNS number. You need it, and you are legally entitled to it for free.

You live in a world where everyone will take your money if they can. A DUNS number is free. You are not at any disadvantage if you do not pay Dun and Bradstreet money. D&B  will try to hard-sell or persuade you that one of their packages is right for you… this is okay. It is the rightful job of sales people. You and your sales people want customers to spend money with your company too. Read more »