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5 Things To Keep Top Of Mind When Growing Your Business

Sometimes, a new market opportunity creates rapid business growth. Other times, growth comes more gradually. Just ask Matt Zorn,...

BUSINESS

Tips For Navigating SBA Loans for Women, Veteran And Black-Owned Businesses

You have built your business and are ready to take the next step, expanding and innovating to reach new...

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How To Apply Skills Learned In The Military To Entrepreneurship

When leaving today’s military, service members face the daunting yet exciting challenge of deciding which career field is best for them. If you’re pondering...

By: Score · 4 weeks ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

How To Navigate SBA Loans For Women, Veterans And Black-Owned Businesses

You’ve built your business and are ready to take the next step, expanding and innovating to reach new growth potential. However, growth often requires...

By: Score · 1 month ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Small Business Owners: Simple Tips For Social Media Management

Social media has revolutionized how businesses connect with their customers. For small business owners, it’s a powerful tool that can level the playing field,...

By: Score · 2 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

What Entrepreneurs Should Know About ‘Friendly’ Fraud

If you run a small business, you know how hard it is to keep up with your customers’ needs, especially when dealing with chargebacks....

By: Score · 2 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Small Business Owners: How To Understand Human Resource Basics

If you’re thinking about hiring to build your business, you might be wondering how much you need to know about human resources. The care...

By: Score · 3 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

What You Need To Know About Certification Opportunities For Diverse-Owned Companies

Is your company a minority, woman or other diverse-owned business enterprise? If so, you might be missing out on...

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Expert Weighs In On Best Legal Entities For Rural Business Owners

From agriculture-based organizations to engineering enterprises to handicrafts, rural entrepreneurs start businesses of all types and sizes. But no...

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Why And When You Should Consider A Financial Audit For Your Startup

An independent financial audit is helpful for startups, especially as they mature and expand their operations. While there isn’t a hard and fast rule...

By: Score · 3 months ago

BUSINESS

Taking Action: 7 Ways To Be An Ally To Black Business Owners

Do you want to make a positive impact and support Black business owners in your community? Being an ally is an important step toward...

By: Score · 4 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Here Are The Signs You Need To Expand Your Startup’s Financial Management Plan

As a startup company matures and faces increased finance and accounting activity and complexity, it needs to evolve from having the founder(s) do these...

By: Score · 4 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Entrepreneurs Share Their Tips On Top Resources For Independent Retailers

To help independent retailers succeed, we asked small business owners and entrepreneurs this question for their best insights. From synergizing with Google Map Pack...

By: Score · 4 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

How Black Business Owners Can Access Capital

Black-owned businesses continue to be a vital force in the U.S. economy, employing 1.4 million Americans and generating $183.3 billion in annual revenue. These...

By: Score · 4 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

What Small Businesses Need To Know About Navigating Licenses And Permits

Starting a new business is an exciting proposition. As an entrepreneur, the allure of setting your hours and making...

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8 Business Grants And Funding Opportunities For Veteran Entrepreneurs

Starting and growing a business is a journey that demands dedication, resourcefulness and financial support. There are various types...

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

11 Resources For Hispanic Women Entrepreneurs To Get Funding For Expansion

The number of Hispanic and Latino-owned businesses grew by 34 percent over the past 12 years, compared to a negative 7 percent growth in...

By: Score · 5 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

12 Low or No-Cost Resources To Help Grow Your Business

You’ve likely heard that more than half of new small businesses don’t make it past the first five years. It’s a startling truth for...

By: Score · 5 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

How Women Entrepreneurs Can Successfully Land Federal Contracts

According to the most recent Women-Owned Small Business NAICS analysis, “women face a wider variety and greater severity of challenges in starting and growing...

By: Score · 6 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

What To Consider Before Hiring Family Members To Work For You

Startups often cannot afford to hire employees—full- or part-time—but need help to get their small business off the ground. One solution new entrepreneurs often...

By: Score · 6 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Vegan Foods Entrepreneur Shares Her Journey In Filling A Void In The Market

Vegan food and products are in high demand. Sharon Lu understands that and knows how frustrating it can be to find high-quality vegan commodities....

By: Score · 6 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

26 Sites And Online Platforms To Help Women Business Owners Succeed

Supporting women entrepreneurs has long been a mission of mine, so I’m always searching for organizations that share my...

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

14 Smart Tips On Starting A Business From An Experienced Entrepreneur

According to a World Economic Forum report, a new form of entrepreneurship has emerged–one that is “more diverse, more...

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Why Small Business Owners Need A Personal Financial Statement, And How To Create One

Running a small business is exhilarating, demanding and often a blur of financial uncertainty. While most entrepreneurs focus on their business’s bottom line and...

By: Score · 6 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

How To Determine The Right Digital Payment Option For Your Small Business

Imagine walking into your favorite local café. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee wafts over you, promising a much-needed caffeine hug. You order your...

By: Score · 7 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

How To Pinpoint Your Target Audience And Market Effectively

Success in entrepreneurship isn’t just about having a great idea; it’s about understanding your target audience. The market research process is the guiding compass...

By: Score · 7 months ago

CREDIT

How To Know Whether Getting A Business Credit Card Is The Right Choice

Managing finances is crucial for small businesses and startups, and credit cards can be a helpful tool for ensuring smooth operations. Many business owners...

By: Score · 7 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

What You Need To Know About Selling A Franchise Business

At some point, you may want to know how to sell a franchise business. Read this article to learn about setting a price, potential...

By: Score · 10 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

How A Loan Amortization Schedule Can Benefit Small Business Owners

As a small business owner, securing a loan can be crucial for fueling growth. But before you celebrate getting...

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

How To Determine Startup Expenses For Your Next New Business Idea

Start-up expenses are influenced by factors such as the nature of the business, its location, labor and equipment requirements,...

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Important Financing Factors You Need To Know For Your Small Business

Whether you’re seeking a small business loan or business credit line, lenders will assess your application for financing based on six factors: capacity, capital,...

By: Score · 10 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

3 Essential Financial Statements You Must Understand For Business Success

Not every small business owner comes to the role armed with financial expertise. If spreadsheets are not your strong suit, you may use a...

By: Score · 11 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

10 Resources To Help Rural Entrepreneurs Succeed

While traditionally, many think that rural businesses are primarily farms and companies that serve them, the truth is that rural businesses encompass a broad...

By: Score · 11 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Is A Recession Looming? Here’s How Entrepreneurs Can Prepare, Just in Case

Did you spend the last few years along with millions of other Americans preparing for a recession that never happened? Despite numerous economic forecasts...

By: Score · 11 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP ADVICE

4 Key Differences Between Your Personal Finance Planning And Business Finance Management

Small business success depends on many factors – a solid business idea, a robust market for your product or service and effectively managing finances...

By: Score · 12 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

How To Rebound After Your Small Business Loan Rejection

There’s never a shortage of challenges when growing a business, and access to capital is typically one of the...

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All The Basics You Need To Know About Your Credit Score

Getting financing for your small business can be a challenge, but having a good credit score can make it...

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

7 Steps To Establish Business Credit

When your business is brand new, lenders, credit card issuers, and other sources of financing typically look at your personal credit score to determine...

By: Score · 12 months ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Why Your Business Needs An Operations Manual And What It Should Include

It’s crucial that every small business—no matter its size—has a business operations handbook. Your handbook should include your standardized operating procedures, so your staff...

By: Score · 1 year ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

How Businesses Can Protect Themselves From Invoice Scams, Data Leaks And More

From the democratization of artificial intelligence (AI) to large-scale data leaks, there was no shortage of news in the worlds of technology and cybersecurity...

By: Score · 1 year ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

How Using A Business Model Canvas Can Help You Flesh Out Your Venture Idea

Does writing a business plan for your startup idea feel a bit overwhelming? If so, the Business Model Canvas could be for you. Developed...

By: Score · 1 year ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Exploring The Benefits Of Certifying Your Business As Veteran-Owned

Obtaining a veteran-owned small business (VOSB) certification can provide significant opportunities for veteran entrepreneurs. You can get access to government contracts, gain credibility and...

By: Score · 1 year ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

How To Choose The Right Location For Your New Business

Selecting a location is one of the most important decisions a new business owner must make—and it should not...

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

11 Vital Resources For Veteran Entrepreneurs To Succeed

Launching a small business as a veteran entrepreneur requires careful planning and execution, and it offers opportunities for growth...

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Ask Yourself These 3 Vital Questions Before Starting A Veteran-Owned Business

For military veterans considering their next career move, entrepreneurship can be a good fit. The following benefits outline its appeal: Passion: You’re in charge...

By: Score · 1 year ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

4 Things Entrepreneurs Should Consider Before Registering An Online Domain

Are you a small business owner with questions about getting online? In this article, we dig into online presence management, as well as cover...

By: Score · 1 year ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

How To Make The Transition From Employee To Entrepreneur

These days, many Americans are making the transition from employee to entrepreneur. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Americans launched more than five million...

By: Score · 1 year ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

How To Create An Effective Marketing Budget For Your Startup

As a new business owner, you need to make the most of your precious startup capital–but you also need to spread the word about...

By: Score · 1 year ago

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

11 Questions Entrepreneurs Must Ask Themselves During A Mid-Year Check-In

It's always good to check in and evaluate your business plan, success, and areas of improvement, and many entrepreneurs do this mid-year. Check out...

By: Score · 1 year ago

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