If you’ve started a business, you know that the first year is both the most difficult and the most crucial. That’s why you need a carefully constructed plan that addresses your infrastructure, funding, staffing, payment processing, and goals for growth. This plan will...
From Dreamer to Business Owner—Are You Really Ready for it? Starting a new business is always a stressful endeavor. As entrepreneurs try to transform their passions into success, they often realize that life as a business owner is not at all what they expected. They...
Sole proprietor businesses help drive our economy, and make up an incredibly diverse pool of talents across all industries. From personal trainers to writers, housekeepers to consultants, independent entrepreneurs bring a wealth of talent and skill to our lives. If...
As a new business owner, you know that the logistics of getting your business up and running raise many questions. Likewise, you’re learning about merchant card processors, and how the costs of accepting credit cards factors into your overall financial planning. Even...
We’ve all heard the statistics—most business start-ups will fail within the first year. Even the best ideas or products can fall flat with a poorly executed launch. The most successful entrepreneurs approach their first year with realism, comprehensive strategies, and...
