Jan 30, 2015 | Banking and Finance, Running Your Business
On the heels of the State of the Union address, a portion of which focused on raising the minimum wage, protesters in Oregon took to the picket lines to protest why the state has yet to raise the rate.On Jan. 24 outside the Oregon State capitol building, hundreds of...
Jan 7, 2015 | Banking and Finance, Running Your Business
Sometimes small business owners turn to independent contractors for projects, which can have its benefits. However, it is important to make sure you’re informed about hiring contractors before doing so. There are a number of advantages to turning to independent...
Dec 1, 2014 | Banking and Finance, Running Your Business
Running a small business can be pretty tough, and small business owners who trip up tend to make a few common mistakes. Starting a small business can be an exciting experience, but that adventure can cause owners to overlook the small details. Some of these...
Sep 30, 2014 | Banking and Finance, Running Your Business
Securing an investment in your small business can be a huge boon to growth and provide you with a trove of resources that you never had before. However, not every owner comes across the day when he or she receives that investment. Finding an investor takes some...
Sep 23, 2014 | Banking and Finance, Running Your Business
First-time small business owners shouldn’t be expected to be experts in financial planning. If everyone who began a new venture had a thorough understanding of their finances, the success rate for neophyte businesses would probably be much higher. While there...
Jul 18, 2014 | Banking and Finance
Few things are as important to a small business as the prices of the products and services. With the right numbers, sales and customers could start to increase – and finding that sweet spot should be one of your primary goals.However, a lot can go wrong...
