If you have not yet applied for your stimulus money, please read this article that I shared last week and get on that right away. As an update, some of what we are hearing is that Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) applications are being processed and banks are asking for the information to make loans under that […]
Read MorePeople start their own businesses for all sorts of reasons. Sometimes it’s a lifelong dream. Sometimes it’s a desire to have more control over one’s time and money. Sometimes it’s just old-fashioned necessity, like if you’ve been laid off from your job and are having trouble finding a new one in your field. But if […]
Read MoreWith the proliferation of web-based mobile technology, consumers have come to expect a variety of digital payment options. From online payment platforms, such as PayPal and Venmo, to mobile wallet services like Apple Pay and Google Wallet, today’s business owners have a number of different payment systems to choose from. But perhaps the most innovative […]
Read MoreStandard operating procedures (SOPs) are detailed instructions describing the procedures for carrying out recurring business tasks. At first, creating SOPs for your company’s processes might not seem very important. After all, if it’s just you and a couple other people doing all the work, creating step-by-step instructions for each key task might seem like a […]
Read MoreScaling your business is about effectively planning and preparing for growth, so as your operation gets bigger, your costs and workload don’t increase to unsustainable levels. To properly scale your business, you should be increasing revenue at a rapid rate, while increasing costs at a much slower rate. Growth is only sustainable if you have […]
Read MoreThere are numerous advantages to running a business with a remote workforce. Without a physical office, startup costs and overhead are significantly lowered. You aren’t limited to hiring locally, so you have a much better chance at attracting top talent. And increased employee autonomy typically increases job satisfaction, which can boost productivity and morale, while […]
Read MoreWhether you’re looking to start your very first business, or you’re an established business owner looking to develop another income stream, launching a side hustle can be an ideal way to do so. By developing your business as a part-time side gig, you can greatly reduce the personal and financial risk that comes with starting […]
Read MoreOne of the most frustrating things for an entrepreneur is coming up with a great business idea, but being unable to get the concept off the ground due to a lack of financing. With banks often unwilling to loan money to startups that have yet to make at least two years of income, unless you […]
Read MoreGetting your business off the ground can be challenging in many ways: long hours, tough decisions, and ruthless competition, to name just a few. But perhaps the most challenging aspect of launching a startup involves financing. Indeed, getting the cash flowing and keeping it flowing is the lifeblood of your operation. Without proper financing, sometimes […]
Read MoreMention developing your corporate culture these days, and many people think of having a relaxed dress code, allowing your team to bring pets to work, or adding a ping pong table to the break room. But your company culture is much more than that. A strong corporate culture is integral to your business. It affects […]
Read MoreSocial media offers you an amazing opportunity to authentically connect with clients, build brand awareness, and dramatically boost sales. When done right, social media can propel even a tiny business into a global phenomenon overnight. When done wrong, however, social media can do incredible damage to your brand in just as short of a time […]
Read More