Most young professionals dream of fantastic ways of receiving an extra income without having to actually invest ongoing efforts. While there are certain investments that will help you create a passive income, you will also need to invest minimal time for monitoring investment growth and any potential loss. Whether you are hoping to start small […]
Creating a Plan
How Your eLearning Business Can Rise Above the Competition
While there’s no doubt about the impact eLearning is having on the way we receive knowledge, it is still common for eLearning content creators to market their content along with other categories. Doing this not only lowers their chances of being found on SERP results but also inflates their marketing budgets significantly. So what should […]
To Make Products with Social Impact, Mulago Foundation Asks These 4 Questions
Addressing the basic needs of the poorest people in the world is a daunting mission, but San Francisco–based Mulago Foundation has developed a simple algorithm that makes it significantly easier. The philanthropic venture fund, led by managing director Kevin Starr, provides grants and low-interest loans to organizations that demonstrate an ability to transform impoverished communities. Think of […]
5 Reasons Boston is a Great Place to Grow Your Business
Whether you’re starting your own business or looking to expand one that you’ve already launched, there are a number of factors needed to reach success. You’ll need to have a high-quality product or service, of course, specifically one that offers potential customers a unique solution to their problems. It’s also imperative that you have a […]
Building a Business for the Freelance Economy
The freelance economy has seen impressive growth in the past decade. According to the latest stats, nearly 36% of American workers are involved in the gig economy in some form or the other, contributing over $1.28 trillion to the economy. The freelance economy is also witnessing similar growth in other parts of the world, including […]
3 Elements of Business Planning Drive Future Success
Your business can’t be all things to all people, and excel at anything. Every entrepreneur and every business needs a strategy to keep them focused. In fact, in this new world of pervasive interactivity, it’s time to rethink even how to develop a strategy. Strategy used to come from the inside looking out, but now […]
9 Critical Elements of a Business Plan Every Aspiring Entrepreneur Should Understand Now
So, you have an awesome idea for a business. You know exactly what products and services you want to provide consumers in your target markets. Moreover, you are confident and ready to be your own boss. What next? Well, whether you’re planning to open a donut shop, beauty supply store, or serve the best homemade […]
5 Most Important Illusions About Startups
Q: What are some illusions about start-ups? A: here’s my list of the five most important illusions about startups The illusion of the idea. Few businesses have truly new ideas. Apple didn’t; Facebook didn’t; Google didn’t. They took an existing idea and did it better, or differently. Quite often the second or third entrant into […]
5 Important Factors When Choosing a Manufacturer for Your Product
Whenever your business needs something manufactured, whether it’s a final product or an individual prototype, you will need to find a suitable manufacturer. If you’ve never looked for a manufacturer before then the world can be a little overwhelming at first; most people don’t realize just how many different types of manufacturer there are and […]
How to Choose a Profitable Industry
Most people who step into the small business world have some idea of what they want to do. They’ve got a passion, some kind of inspiration that lights them up—and that can be a great starting point. The problem is, passion projects aren’t always profitable and that represents a huge barrier to success. When shaping […]
