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Practical Winter Storm Preparations For Every Business

In November 2019, the United States was hit by a powerful arctic blast that impacted 200 million people from...

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,...

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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 growth potential. However, growth often...

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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...

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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...

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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,...

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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....

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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...

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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...

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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 matter the size or location...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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 of funding opportunities for veterans...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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 socially-minded, and not afraid to...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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, inventory expenses, overhead costs and...

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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,...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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 easier. Your credit score is...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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 and success. As veterans, your...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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