It’s a common refrain these days, voiced by “experts” and busy entrepreneurs: business plans and business planning are pointless. It’s a seductive argument. The world moves fast, how can you forecast your sales for three years from now when it’s hard to predict what’s going to happen in three weeks Read More
Having kids, running a business, and managing a household can seem like a daunting job with no end in sight, especially if you aren't asking for help. Read More
Dell's new Innovators Credit Fund, a $100 million financing initiative that provides entrepreneurs with the financial and scalable technology, means that startups can get access to technology without tying up their own funds. Read More
Many aspiring entrepreneurs are looking to the Internet as an opportunity to get rich quick, instead of a place where you can start a business you love, for very little capital and minimal technical expertise. The reality is that if you build a business you love, you may in fact make big money, but Read More
I’ve never considered myself a whiz when it comes to numbers or complex financial matters. Therefore, I am often looking for better ways to think about financial stewardship, and stretching my dollars. So when Rebecca Scott Young invited me to review her recent publication, Rich Tips for a Lifetime Read More
New businesses are delicate and volatile. Your job is to protect it from collapse as it grows. Running a business, no matter how small, can be quite a challenge. A lot of people have tried to start their own businesses, but the vast majority collapse before they can even fully mature. It can be Read More
A “downer” is defined here as someone who seems to dwell on the negatives of every business challenge, and loves to highlight bad news or potential problems. No matter how smart or experienced this person may otherwise be, things must change or they will kill your startup. Read More
If you’ve decided to become an ecommerce retailer, you’ll definitely have some opportunities to make money, if you play your cards right. Read More
For a lot of people who are having trouble finding a job, starting a business may be a smart choice for keeping your skills sharp, staying involved in your industry, and possibly even launching a new career. But starting a new business can be a full-time job in itself. As someone who has started hi Read More
Many startup founders look to their parents for inspiration, and GoInstant founder Jevon MacDonald is no exception. “I knew early on that I really couldn’t ‘work for’ anyone else,” he said in interview. Read More
Subscribe

Share your small business tips with the community!
Share your small business tips with the community!
Share your small business tips with the community!
Share your small business tips with the community!