Planning a post-military future for you and your family can be daunting. The transition to civilian life will be smoother when you have a plan of action. With the following tips, you can get ready for life’s next big adventure. Set a Budget It is a good idea to set a budget so you can […]
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Small Business Challenges During COVID-19 and How to Overcome Them
The novel coronavirus pandemic has had an unexpected effect on the economy. What many thought would need two weeks to get under control has turned into months of unpredictability for both businesses and consumers. Shopping experiences and business operation standards have had to shift dramatically in a few months. Forced shut-downs and quarantines nationwide have […]
The Biggest Differences Between Management and Ownership
One of the biggest differences between management and ownership is the financial responsibilities required of a business owner. Both roles require leadership skills and business sense, but we believe that franchise ownership offers day-to-day and long-term benefits that just aren’t part of the package for franchise managers. Read on to find out how management and […]
Don’t Make These 5 Mistakes for Your Personal Development
Personal development should be a crucial part of every business owner’s long term plans. If you’re not working on yourself, how can you expect the same of your team? Here are 5 mistakes you need to avoid making in your personal development. You’re Not Actively Listening Active listening is one of the most crucial skills […]
9 Different Approaches For Motivating A Startup Team
Entrepreneurs inherently understand that they have to be the initial leader of their startup, but often they don’t have the experience or the training to know where their leadership competencies lie, or how to build a leadership team. For new entrepreneurs, leadership development efforts may be more valuable for achieving startup success than business skills […]
Should You Cast Your Net Where the Big Fish Swim?
This is one of those “My dad used to say” homilies. You’ve probably heard the accompanying “It takes just as much effort to sell a small deal as a big one,” over the years. It is not that simple in the business world The truth of this is more nuanced. Some businesses will prosper in […]
How to Get Your Commercial Property Ready to Sell in 2020
The world has completely changed in the last few months and it can seem overwhelming to consider selling in the current market. There are still, though, plenty of opportunities for you to advance with the selling of your commercial property. While it is a buyer’s market, the buyers are out there and looking for good […]
Should You Start a Business? Test Your Idea First
As I write this, during the worst pandemic in 100 years, in the grips of a severe economic slowdown — let’s all hope it’s just recession, not depression — people still want to start new businesses. We still come up with new business ideas. Some ideas come from the new problems we are experiencing, some are long-standing good […]
7 Tips for Transitioning Your Startup to Remote Work
During this COVID-19 pandemic, many small business owners are burdened with making the right decisions and moving forward. A report about small businesses on Goldman Sachs showed that 50% of small business owners don’t think they can keep running their business for the next three months. Of all the factors that affect the decision-making process […]
So You Want to Start Your Own Party Planning Business…
If you love nothing more than organising a great party and know that you have a special talent for it, why not go professional? Of course, any business start-up needs clear strategic thinking, and to make your new venture a success will take a lot more than a flair for room decorations and great conversational […]
