Small business owners are always trying to cut back on spending. Some tasks, like business entertaining, are too important to cut completely. Entertaining is an integral part of any discount. Highlight the fact that you are bringing business contacts to these meals that are likely to need venues f Read More
Establishing a budget for your business is important, whether you are in the start-up phase or you are currently running your company. The biggest reason that businesses fail is that they run out of money. This can mean that they do not have enough revenue coming in, but it can also mean that they Read More
Last week's article focused on some basic considerations for prospective franchisors. In turn, this week's article focuses on considerations for prospective franchisees.

Franchising is unique in its involvement of both courtship and critical evaluation by recruiting franchisors. However, the fra Read More
Money is the Root of all evil is perhaps the most touted of the money myths, and it is, in my opinion, the single most self defeating thing one can say with regards to their own potential. Read More
Making the big sale is often the dream of a small business owner. Without proper funding, though, the dream can become a nightmare. When striking a deal, be prepared to avoid potential money-related pitfalls.

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No one would recommend a Chicken Little approach to running a business. Successful entrepreneurs don’t generally spend all of their time obsessing about what might go wrong. However, there’s a fine line between maintaining a healthy optimism about your business’s future and wearing blinders that pr Read More
Entrepreneurs face a dilemma every time they make a decision. They are constantly weighing the present and the future, trying to benefit both but often sacrificing one for the other. But that’s what makes entrepreneurship so risky, right? The unknown outcomes?

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As you prepare to jump-start your new enterprise, you've probably considered the many benefits that an effective website can have on your ability to succeed. A professional website has the power to attract potential customers and increase your sales conversion rate. The best way to legitimize your Read More
If you’ve been thinking about applying for a bank loan but feared that, in the current climate, you’d get turned down, you might reconsider. The reason: At long last, lending seems to be on the rise. That said, getting a loan or line of credit still is challenging. Read More
A few weeks ago, I stopped into a business in my hometown that had a large banner hanging out front, proclaiming the phrase “Happy Holidays!” I didn’t really pay much attention to the banner until I went inside, where I overheard the owner of the shop bemoaning the community’s response to the banne Read More
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