Apr 25, 2019 | Business Financing
When it comes to marketing your small business, word of mouth – or WOM – is the oldest trick in the book. Businesses have an overflowing menu of promotion options, from direct mail campaigns and social media to dedicated email blasts and branded swag. However, as...Read more
Apr 23, 2019 | Business Financing
Effective communication and effective leadership are closely intertwined. Small business leaders need to be skilled communicators in countless situations and relationships, both inside and outside of their organizations. This is more challenging than ever in a...Read more
Apr 18, 2019 | Business Financing
Have you been running your small business for a long time and lack the enthusiasm you once had? Do you miss waking up in the morning and feeling excited about heading to the office? Whether your revenue is up or down, it can be hard to sustain your initial zeal when...Read more
Apr 16, 2019 | Business Financing
Cyber attacks were up 32 percent in the first quarter of 2018 and 47 percent from April to June compared to the same periods in 2017, according to USA Today. Although there was no single data breach of the magnitude of the 2017 Equifax breach, which put an estimated...Read more
Apr 11, 2019 | Business Financing
Having knowledgeable, well-trained employees has a positive impact on productivity, customer service, and revenue for businesses of all sizes. However, many small business owners consider employee development to be an option, rather than essential, to their business...Read more
Apr 9, 2019 | Business Financing
Tax time can be challenging for small business owners – especially when they expect a refund and end up owing the IRS instead. If your cash flow takes a hit each time your business incurs an unexpected expense, it could be a sign that it’s time to consider financing....Read more
Apr 4, 2019 | Business Financing
April rain storms are synonymous with the arrival of spring, making carrying an umbrella essential to avoid being soaked by an unexpected shower. For small business owners, rainy days can appear as suddenly as a spring downpour, bringing with them a flood of...Read more
Apr 2, 2019 | Business Financing
Stress comes with the territory when you are running a small business and deeply invested in achieving success. However, if left unchecked, on-the-job stress can become counterproductive and potentially lead to costly mistakes. Prolonged stress has been linked to a...Read more
Mar 28, 2019 | Business Financing
The benefits of email marketing are undeniable. Emails have become ubiquitous in our personal and business lives, and in an increasingly digital world, a strategic email campaign has become the penultimate way for small businesses to communicate with current and...Read more
Mar 26, 2019 | Business Financing
While it’s true that most people start businesses with the intent of growing them, the size or speed of this growth may not be the ultimate measure of success. Becoming too large or expanding too quickly can create unexpected challenges, and many small businesses have...Read more
