Should You Hire a Freelancer to Market a Franchise?

We’re living in a freelancer economy, according to Forbes. Should you hire a freelancer to market a franchise? The answer isn’t always clear. With 2016 just getting started, you might think hiring a freelancer could spur your franchise growth in the New Year. Here is a glimpse into the state of the current freelance market and a few…

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Should You Classify Freelancers as Independent Contractors?

As a business owner, you have to make a lot of specific decisions about how your company operates. From where you purchase your inventory to how you stay in contact with your customers, you have a lot to take care of. But you may be overlooking some important factors that can dramatically change the way…

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Outsourcing Web Development

We’re probably not going to see the end of the office environment anytime soon, but workplaces are becoming increasingly reliant on virtual talent. In fact, it’s not unusual for a company to hire workers from around the world.
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When Being Small Equals Big Advantage

Too often, being a small business is not seen as an advantage. This is for the simple reason that size matters when it comes to many principles of conducting business. For instance, when you go to the bank for a loan, you only get as small an amount as you do business, while large companies have the luxury of running with loads of cash on their balance sheet.
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Starting a Business on a Shoestring

While it’s true that most new companies require some degree of startup capital to help get them off the ground, many businesses are surprisingly cheap to open. There are several ways to keep initial costs low when starting a business.
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