Startup
What’s in a Name? 7 Things to Consider When Naming Your Brand
Shakespeare was right to question – what’s in a name? As it turns out, a name can represent a lot about an entity. Choosing the right name for your company is an important step within every brand…
5 Questions to Ask When Considering Franchise Ownership
Thinking of buying a franchise? Before you sign any papers, you need to be very thorough in your research about your prospect. Buying a franchise is a serious investment. When you sit down to talk…
Coworking Spaces: Meet New People While Getting Tax Breaks
As a solopreneur, finding a consistent workspace can be a battle. Whether feeling lonely or distracted in your personal living room to feeling like an intruder in a coffee shop, there’s got to be another…
5 Tips for Writing a Business Plan
Writing a business plan is the first step in starting a business after you decide you are going to do it. It is tedious, not really the fun part, but it is one of the…
What to Expect Your First Few Months of Owning a Travel Franchise
Booking a trip has become both easier and vastly more complicated because of the internet. While most people have no problem navigating websites and flight schedules, they face literally millions of options when they run…
4 Ways the Gig Economy Can Help a Startup
In today’s business world, the gig economy combined with the unique startup company model are overhauling the traditional 9-5 job experience that most workers have grown accustomed to. Together, this is creating a new norm…
4 Reliable Financing Tips for Women Business Owners
Women are now majority owners of 38% of businesses in the United States. And yet, when we look at funding, there is a disparity. The loan approval rate for women is 15-20% lower than it…
Building a Brand: 6 Tips for a Brandable Business
It’s easy for businesses to get lost amongst competitors. For this reason, creating a brand that is memorable and unique is an integral step in building a successful business. Maximizing visibility, establishing relationships, and showing…
Top 10 Funding Sources for Your Franchise Venture
Many people dream of owning a business at one time or another but determining what products or services to offer can be difficult. Franchise businesses are an excellent option as these business ventures are already…