You have probably devoted considerable thought to improving your business practices and bottom line as a business owner. For example, you may have discovered that regularly shoring up your contracts helps business owners avoid costly breaches or misunderstandings. If...
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Why you need a business partner with different skills
You’re probably tempted to choose a business partner who is similar to you. In fact, many people end up starting businesses with their friends or family members, and it is their similarities that originally brought them together for the project. They see these as...
Why a business’s location still matters
It was once said that location was the most important thing for any business. Having the right location would make or break that company. There are those who believe this has changed now that we live in a digital world. When you can sell goods to people on the other...
Is your new business idea sustainable?
You’ve always had an entrepreneurial streak but never quite found the right time to launch your own business. That is, until now at least. You have come up with an idea and you’re sure it’s going to be successful. An idea is all well and good, but can you make a...
3 things that can positively impact your start-up
Opening a new business is a rewarding experience, but it requires a lot of hard work. Most entrepreneurs want their start-ups to be as successful as possible. One of the best ways to enhance the chance of success is proper planning. You have to know what will likely...
Why keeping business relationships simple is best
When you sign up for a service, how often do you read the “user terms?” Usually, this is a long, complex block of text full of legal jargon that many people do not take the time to read. Unfortunately, when it comes to business contracts, if you make things too...
3 mistakes startups make can lead to failure
Starting a new business is labor intensive. You have to ensure that you know exactly what you’re getting into, as well as a lot of other things. Taking the time to work through all the decisions you need to make before you open the doors can help to minimize the...
Growth strategies for your small business
Business growth doesn’t happen overnight. However, you can see consistent, incremental growth with the right business growth strategy. The key is to use the right tactics to achieve this growth. Some proven and effective tactics to try are highlighted below. Create a...
The entrepreneurial effect of the “Great Resignation”
People have, by and large, gotten tired of grinding away at their desks for other people for less than they deserve. That fact alone – along with a robust labor market and low unemployment rates – led to the phenomenon known as the “Great Resignation.” In short, 2021...
3 ways to protect yourself when taking on a business partner
A business partner can help your idea become a reality and decrease how much risk you take when starting a company. However, your partner can also be a big source of risk, as issues between the two of you could ultimately destroy the business you attempt to build...