Nov 17, 2014 | Running Your Business
Despite lingering concerns about health care costs as well as the functionality of government, most small business owners are optimistic about 2015. A recent survey released by Bank of America found that most small business owners are confident in national and local...
Nov 10, 2014 | Running Your Business
Some people think about starting a business venture – others successfully pull it off.Small business owners need leadership skills in order to foster the growth of their ideas and push employees to work their hardest. In order to be a great leader, you need more...
Nov 7, 2014 | Running Your Business
There are a number of ways to ensure that customers keep coming back – essential for small businesses seeking long-term growth.Big companies have the funds to invest in elaborate marketing schemes, but their ability to relate to the consumer on an...
Nov 5, 2014 | Running Your Business
Minimum wage is a divisive issue among small business owners, and yesterday a number of state referendums approved raising it. In all five states in which citizens voted on the issue, the referendums to raise the minimum wage were approved, according to The New...
Oct 31, 2014 | Running Your Business
One great way for growing small businesses to find effective managers is to promote from within. Companies often develop a forceful hiring plan during periods of significant growth. However, this employment spree can strain resources during an already...