Sometimes it's the smallest details that can make or break a deal and this certainly holds true when it comes to the length of your business pitch. If you make your pitch too short, your investors might wonder whether you've done enough research. If you make it too long, you might lose... Continue
According to the 2017 State of Women-Owned Businesses Report there are 44% more U.S. firms employing 13% more workers than there were 20 years ago. And women-owned businesses account for a huge portion of that growth: 114% more firms, and 27% more employees. You'll find some... Continue
Your small business may be chugging along just fine, but is it really growing? A 2017 survey found that 59% of businesses sought out credit options for expanding their business or pursuing a new opportunity. If you're one of these businesses, you may want to look at your... Continue
I know I'm going to sound old, but—back in the day—employees received a paycheck and two weeks' vacation. Maybe some healthcare. Usually some retirement, too. But that's it. Today, however, things are different. The economy is strong and U.S. unemployment is very low.... Continue
One reason some small businesses fail is that new entrepreneurs can get so excited about the creative side of the enterprise that they neglect some of the basics of setting up and running a business. If you started your small business basically... Continue
The holidays are a time of celebration, but they also can be a time of stress. Maybe you feel overwhelmed trying to find the right gift for everyone on your list. Or maybe you're dreading those long holiday lines at your local shopping mall. As a... Continue
