Oct 17, 2014 | Running Your Business
Is there a better place for small business owners to hear what investors want other than from a venture capitalist and former entrepreneur?People don't just hand money out, they need a compelling reason to fund your business. A solid financial plan, creative...
Oct 10, 2014 | Running Your Business
Small businesses must create a working environment where employees are set up to succeed. Too often, managers are underwhelmed with their employees’ performance, while the staff is annoyed with their managers’ lack of feedback, Inc. explained. Your...
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 25, 2014 | Running Your Business
Small businesses often live and die by their talent, so how do owners attract employees knowledgeable enough to keep the company alive? It can be understandably assumed that large competitors are better suited to acquire the talent that smaller businesses envy....
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...