Starting a business used to have more obstacles, from getting the money to pay for startup costs to renting a space to set up shop to pounding the pavement to find new customers. But thanks to online shops, digital products and social media, there’s more room for those who used to be priced out or otherwise […]
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7 Great Ways to Improve Employee Engagement
Employee well-being is a worthwhile investment, as happy workers are 13% more productive, according to an Oxford University study. And with worker retention top of mind these days, keeping employees engaged and excited about their work may also make them more inclined to stick around. Here are seven ways small business owners can gain a […]
How Inflation Affects Small Business Price Increases, Suppliers, & Closures
Editorial Note: The content of this article is based on the author’s opinions and recommendations alone. It may not have been reviewed, commissioned or otherwise endorsed by any of our network partners. Amid rising inflation, small businesses remain resilient. Just 3.2% of small businesses said in April that they planned to close in the next […]
6 Ways a Financial Advisor Can Help Grow Your Business
Owning a small business comes with a myriad of challenges, especially for inexperienced entrepreneurs. Creating a support system of experienced, knowledgeable professionals can help you navigate uncertain waters, and a financial advisor is a crucial role to fill. It takes a lot to make a business thrive, but a financial advisor can help shoulder some […]
Here’s When To Consider a Same-Day Business Loan
Same-day business loans are exactly what they sound like. They provide quick funding to business owners who need money now. While swift, same-day business loans do have some drawbacks. Interest rates are generally higher, and repayment terms tend to be shorter. That could be a costly combination for some business owners. Here’s what you need […]
9 Strategies to Drum Up E-Commerce Sales This Summer
With consumers frolicking at the beach, road tripping with family or dominating their recreational soccer league, summer can become a slow season in the e-commerce world. If you notice a dip in sales this time of year, creative marketing strategies could help turn things around. Plus, the warm summer months can even provide built-in sales […]
5 Benefits to Using Freelancers for Your Small Business
Outsourcing is a sound option whether you need administrative help, IT support, bookkeeping services, creative work or just about any other skill. And it’s growing in demand and value — according to Upwork, more than half of freelancers in the United States provided skilled services, like computer programming or business consulting, in 2021. Not sure […]
7 Tips for Starting an E-Commerce Business on a Tight Budget
E-commerce retail sales are expected to exceed $5 trillion dollars worldwide for the first time in 2022. If you’re looking for a new revenue stream, now could be a perfect time to get your e-commerce business off the ground. But while an online shop could mean fewer startup costs, there are still expenses that not […]
Social Media is Key to Small Business Advertising
For small businesses, advertising generally isn’t optional — it can be vital for turning a fledgling independent business into an established, successful one. But as new advertising options emerge, it can be difficult to know which investments make sense, especially for newer businesses with more limited budgets. A new survey from Visual Objects — a portfolio website […]
These 5 Benefits Can Make The Lives of Working Parents Easier
Parents make up 40% of the workforce, according to a survey from the family benefits platform Cleo, so it’s in every business’s best interest to keep working parents present, productive and engaged in their jobs. Yet many of today’s working parents struggle to overcome one hurdle to being present and productive at work: reliable, quality […]
