Startup
4 Great Ways to Fund a Business Idea
Many people dream of running their own business someday. Some people make that dream a reality while others don’t, and there are many factors that can have an impact on whether or not your business…
Who Are Encore Entrepreneurs?
Who are encore entrepreneurs and what is their relationship with small businesses? Encore entrepreneurs are defined as entrepreneurs that are over the age 55, according to the Spring 2021 “The Megaphone of Main Street: Unsung Entrepreneurs” report…
10 Tips For Crafting An Investment Grade Venture Plan
If you want people to invest in your idea, then my best advice is first write a business plan, and keep it simple. Don’t confuse your business plan with a doctoral thesis or the back…
How to Make Money Writing About Business Travel
Small business owners usually consider travel a necessary expense for doing business. They attend trade shows, visit clients, attend meetings or seminars, and speak to groups. However, travelling doesn’t have to be an expense. It…
Here’s Why Food Truck Franchises Are So Popular
The entire nation is enjoying a love affair with food trucks and the variety of dining experiences they provide, which is why food truck franchises are so popular. The food truck industry is also enjoying a huge…
7 Concepts To Keep In Mind When Running Any Business
When I started mentoring entrepreneurs and startups a few years ago, I anticipated that I would get mostly tough technical questions, but instead I more often hear things like “Where do I start?” I find…
How to Make Your Franchise Thrive in 2022 and Beyond
Image source: Pixabay So, you’ve decided to buy a business franchise. It’s a pretty popular business model in the United States and a successful one, too. Many big-name businesses in the country are franchise businesses….
Top 5 Ways to Build Up Your Entrepreneurial Skills
Whether you have already launched your small business or are in the process of doing so, it’s a good idea to continue honing your entrepreneur skills. After all, new obstacles are bound to pop up…
How to Step Up Your Trade Show Game
Trade shows can be excellent for helping you engage with potential customers, meet others in your industry, and learn from peers. COVID-19 caused restrictions that limited event sizes, moving many trade shows online or canceling…
4 Basic Steps to Starting Your Own Small Business
Choosing a unique concept is one of the most challenging and essential tasks facing any entrepreneur. In order to figure out where you want to apply your energies, start by brainstorming unmet needs in your…