If you’re an entrepreneur looking to become a small business owner, one of the first things you’re going to have to decide on is how to structure your company. Business structure options include sole proprietorships, general partnerships, limited liability companies, and corporations. There are…
Think your business needs to be all things to all people? The business perks of saying “no” more often may change your mind.
If you’ve ever attended an entrepreneurial learning event, you’ve likely experienced an “Aha!” moment. A brief few seconds of clarity where you connect with the content, and mind-map a way to apply it in your…
Your brand becomes visible by being shared, read and seen on social media, as well as on traditional media. From logos to slogans to photos to tweets, posts and advertising, your message must be consistent.
In an effort to create consistency, you’ll want to write down your brand…
Have you ever felt you were really, really good at something, then found yourself totally outpaced by someone who was way better? Whether we’re talking sports, school, business or who makes the best apple pie at Thanksgiving, all of us have, at one point, been left in the dust…
When you run a small business, it’s easy to become time strapped because you have to wear so many hats. But it’s now possible to automate some of the more mundane tasks with specialized software, which will leave you with more time to plan for your business’ growth. If you’re still doing most...
A successful business sale takes careful planning and preparation, so make sure you're ready before you start negotiations.
For many entrepreneurs, selling the company they built from the ground up is a lucrative opportunity that will set them up for retirement or their next business venture. However, a successful sale...
A power source is a great tool to help you asses opportunities for you and your company.
In Rebel Leadership: How to Thrive in Uncertain Times (Post Hill Press, 2021), author Larry Robertson writes about a new kind of leadership, one that matches these uncertain times and enables organizations to thrive: Rebel...