One of the mysteries of starting a small business is funding. How do owners pay for their ventures, and how do they keep that money coming in?There are a number of ways for small businesses to come across the capital necessary to thrive. While the best option will...
Small businesses must sell themselves as much as the products that they provide, and a compelling story should be part of the sale strategy. Telling your story is one step to establishing your brand, something which is vital to creating a loyal customer...
Mistakes are easy for small business owners to make – it's a learning experience for many after all – however there are some errors you can't afford to let slip. If you plan on eventually selling your business, or getting...
The holiday season is fast approaching, and with it will come a wave of marketing campaigns, many of which will be based out of social media platforms this year. In the U.S. alone, customers are projected to spend $650 billion on holiday shopping, according to an...
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...
Fair Isaac Corporation's new credit scoring model has been a boon to sole proprietors. FICO recently made changes to the way it calculates credit scores by minimizing the impact of medical debt, according to Inc. Sole proprietors' businesses are usually...