6 Ways a Prototype Will Enhance Your Startup Idea
These days, everyone wants to be an entrepreneur, pitching their latest and greatest new idea, and looking for someone to give them money. Angel investors, like me, have long figured out that asking to see…
5 Tricks for Due Diligence on a Franchise
If you’ve been exploring the waters in the world of franchising, you’ve come across the term “due diligence.” This marks the final phases of committing to purchase a franchise. By this point you’ve: Chosen a…
How Large Wall Images Create Happier Employees
Employee happiness is one of the most important factors to develop in a small business, because happy employees stay at their jobs. The small business can shrink or grow, depending on how good its employees…
Interviewing the Franchisor
After you have completed the initial qualifications, it’s now time for you to speak directly to the franchisor. As you prepare for this conversation, you need to keep in mind this is the time for…
4 Pitfalls Successful Startups Must Avoid
Starting up a company is inevitably going to be a stern challenge and a steep learning curve, whatever your goals are or what your role in the process happens to be. As well as a…
4 Tips for Starting a Business When You Have Bad Credit
Having a poor credit history does not mean you cannot start your own business. If the time is right and you need to jump now, there is hope. Start Repairing Your Credit Get to work…
Pros and Cons of Franchising Your Business
Businesses looking to expand often find themselves at a crossroads: franchising vs. traditional expansion. Despite experts trying to sway you one way or another, there’s no cookie cutter answer. It boils down to your specific…
Understanding the Difference Between an LLC and an S Corp
You have many options when it comes to choosing a structure for your business. Two of the most popular options include the limited liability company (LLC) and the S Corporation (S Corp). These two business…
Think the Economy’s Headed South? 10 Recession-Proof Small Businesses
I don’t like to be an alarmist, but I continue to believe that we live in very unsettled economic times. There are some major unknowns that could push the economy south quickly and in a…
No Blunders! Avoid These 5 Startup Mistakes
Why do startups fail? Is there a recipe for success for your new and exciting business venture? Unfortunately the answer is no. There is no way to guarantee success in your new business. While there may…
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