Like many inspired and hard working individuals, you are ready to achieve the funding required to start your small business. But before you sprint to the bank, follow these simple steps to start-up financing success. 1. Prepare psychologically Run through a mock funding interview with a colleague or friend. Have them take note of your […]
As a small business owner your days are stretched, agendas are filled, and ability to be multiple places at once is often tested. Follow these simple steps to help your small business run smoothly and to allow your time to be spent as efficiently as possible. 1. Outsource Maybe you consider yourself an accounting expert […]
Not only does a small business owner have to consider profit, productivity, growth and marketing for their small business, they must also consider their employees. Many successful small business owners will credit a large amount of their achievement to their employees. Here’s how to look out for yours. 1. Goal Setting and Regular Feedback Goal […]
As a small business looking to hire employees you must have a culture about you which draws potential candidates in. Take a look at what Google does for their employees here. Although your small business may not go to that extreme, start with these three tips to define your organizational culture. 1. Crucial Employee Characteristics […]
Once they get past “writer’s block“, most people just start writing their business plan. Bad mistake…of the twelve things to avoid in a business plan, that is one of the first types of common errors. Before you write a word, ask yourself this one question: “What’s the point of my business plan?” If your purpose […]
