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5 Advantages of Forgoing an MBA
Where you choose to learn is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your career. The choice between attending graduate school and working in the real world is in fact the choice between two different models of education—and two very different outcomes.
How to Prepare Your Small Business to Weather a Storm
Does your small business have an emergency storm-preparedness plan? You may think you don’t have the time or resources to create one. But businesses of all sizes can—and really should—create a simple list of important “to-dos” in case a natural disaster or other emergency interrupts your normal course of operation.
5 Things to Look for in a Franchisor
Picking a franchise to invest in is a big decision, and one that often requires a lot of soul searching. Beyond the financial investment that these businesses require, there are many personal sacrifices and a certain level of risk that is involved in becoming your own boss.
Challenges Facing Women Entrepreneurs
Last month, the Gender GEDI Index—the branch of Dell’s Global Entrepreneurship and Development Index focused on opportunities for women—ranked the U.S. first out of 17 countries as a haven for female entrepreneurship. However, as even the U.S. scored only a 76 on a 100-point scale, it’s clear that there are still challenges facing women entrepreneurs in this country.
How to Grow a Business Using SBA Loans
SBA loans are one of the best financing resources for small businesses hoping to grow in the United States. Small businesses who might not otherwise qualify for traditional bank loans can benefit from the SBA’s loan guarantee program. The SBA can help small businesses increase cash flow and take on new business.
Protect Your Family & Your Business with the Right Legal Entity
It’s common to think, “I’ll wait until we grow some before I spend the money to form a corporation or LLC.” But delay in selecting the right legal entity when starting a small business can wind up costing a lot of money in higher taxes, as well as creating a potential legal disaster for the entrepreneur’s family.
You Don’t Have to Do It All in Marketing
To succeed with your marketing efforts takes thought, strategy, and perseverance, not having a profile on every social media site. Every business and organization is different—some have similarities, but no two are exactly the same.
Avoiding Franchise Funding Mistakes
A potential franchisee seriously interested in becoming an entrepreneur will take several demonstrative steps throughout the ownership process. Allow us to introduce to you the Top 5 Pitfalls of franchise funding.
How to Go from Big Idea to Action
The most important part of getting started to take action is to define a small and feasible project. In order to do this, you need to choose a small part of a huge project.
Passion, Persistence, and Perseverance
Undoubtedly, in your first year of business you will make your fair share of mistakes, just like anyone starting a new venture. There are so many valuable pieces of wisdom to learn as an entrepreneur, but here are my big three traits you must have to truly succeed in your business.
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