Startup
Be Careful to Balance Design Trends with Your Established Image
There is little doubt that Millennials are driving markets today and this is especially true online. One place where their impact is literally seen is in design. Online design trends move quickly today and this is because…
Don’t Make These 3 Common Mistakes of New Business Owners
Many people dream of one day owning their own business and working for themselves. That’s basically the American Dream, right? Usually, the thought of never having to work for somebody else ever again is motivation…
Choosing a Franchise Opportunity: What to Ask a Franchisor
Choosing a franchise opportunity is much like buying a new car; it’s a big investment that requires its fair share of research. Although a two-seater Porsche with all the upgrades is everything you’ve always dreamed,…
5 Tips from Those Who Thrive Doing Multiple Startups
Knowing all too well how hard it is to start a single new business, I’ve always wondered how several well-known entrepreneurs, including Richard Branson and Elon Musk, have managed to successfully lead dozens of startups to success,…
Anatomy of a Corporation
Corporations are treated as separate entities under the law. They generally have the capacity to perform the same types of functions that individuals perform including entering into contracts and promulgating or defending lawsuits. The primary…
Do You Know Your Territory?
When purchasing a franchise, it’s important to evaluate, understand, and negotiate the assigned territory; this is the area within which your location is protected by the franchise agreement. If you’re not mindful of the territory…
Going Hyper-Local: How Sponsoring an Event Like Goat Yoga or a Garlic Festival Can Grow Your Business
For businesses of every size, maintaining a good reputation and relationship among consumers is essential for growth, but that’s easier said than done. Consumers support or reject companies based on the positions they advocate; 87%…
How to Choose a Business Name for Your LLC
You have created a rock solid business plan and you are ready to form an LLC. But how do you go about choosing the right name for your business? When you form an LLC, choosing…
Pros and Cons of Entity Formation for Independent Contractors
One of the first and most important decisions independent contractors make is how to structure their business. The IRS offers a number of different legal business structures independent contractors can form under. Each of these types of…
Millennial Entrepreneurship Made Easy
Older generations like the baby boomers quickly dismiss the millennial class as lazy, narcissistic and entitled. But millennials like yourself don’t often get the credit they deserve. Not only are you part of the largest…