This month there has been quite a bit of intense discussion about small business in Washington D.C. The discussions have revolved around the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM). As with most issues in Washington, there are strong arguments "for" and "against". If you're a business owner, I think this topic is important to ...
After reading this article that suggests ideas on how a business can create a successful workplaceenvironment for remote workers, I decided that the author, Sean Graber, was on target. I also think Mr. Graber's three core principles apply to any #workplace – from a small business to major corporation to government settings and the non-profit world.The author’s three core ...
At one time or another most business owners find themselves trying to overcome obstacles that suddenly pop-up in their psyche. These are the times when an #entrepreneur feels her enthusiasm for the business waning or he finds himself growing frustrated or jaded. Often, the reasons behind the change are not easily pinpointed. Maybe it's the ...
According to U.S. Small Business Administration, in 2011 5.7 million small businesses employed 54.9 million workers. This represents about 48.5 percent of private-sector employment and 42 percent of private-sector payroll. These numbers tell us how important small businesses are to job creation and retention. Key to any small business is finding good employees. This article, written ...
I have always marveled at how American individuals who are involved in design and crafts can transform their artisanal talents into profitable businesses. These artists find a way to express their creative side while making a living. Actually, much more than just making a living, they reach a wide audience all over the world and ...
Startup ideas for a small business usually begin insignificant, shapeless, and vague. The tips below, however, will help develop them to reality. Nature What do you intend to sell? People don't have a hard time determining what they 'd like to sell in general. It's when they need to get specific that the trouble starts. For instance, you ...
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