Mar 8, 2018 | Business Financing
Business leaders know the importance of fostering equal opportunities for women and men to succeed in the workplace. Despite this, research shows that the progress towards gender equality has been slow. The latest annual Women in the Workplace report released by...Read more
Mar 7, 2018 | Announcements, North Mill Capital
The Secured Lender PDF > “This issue is a departure from our traditional business-oriented themes, but the response has been enthusiastic, to say the least. CFA members were eager for the opportunity to talk about their respective charities and to highlight the...Read more
Mar 6, 2018 | Business Financing
Building positive relationships with customers is essential to small business success. However, many business owners forget that it is critical to do the same with their employees. Being engaged and productive is about more than getting a paycheck; your staff must...Read more
Mar 1, 2018 | Business Financing
There are many areas of life where the mantra “bigger is better” rings true, but this is not always the case when it comes to your small business. While it’s true that most people start businesses with the intent of growing them, the size or speed of this growth may...Read more
Feb 20, 2018 | Business Financing
For many small businesses, fluctuations in income, supply costs, and market conditions can result in inconsistent cash flow. When working capital is tight, it can slow down your business. Whether you are in manufacturing, transportation, distribution, or professional...Read more
Feb 15, 2018 | Business Financing
There has been a long-held belief in the business world that collecting a decent paycheck is motivation enough for employees to work hard. However, research into employee engagement has proven otherwise. One study found that pay ranks no higher than fifth on the list...Read more
Feb 13, 2018 | Business Financing
Today marks the Carnival celebration of Mardi Gras, or “Fat Tuesday”. For those who observe, it is traditionally a time for merry making and indulgence before the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday. We thought it was an ideal time to address an issue that many small...Read more
Feb 8, 2018 | Business Financing
“Honest Abe” Lincoln understood that the significance of trust in forming productive and lasting relationships cannot be overstated. As a small business owner, it’s essential to understand that people want to do business with, work for, and purchase products or...Read more
Feb 6, 2018 | Business Financing
When it comes to tax preparation, a good accountant will make sure your business is in compliance with tax laws, your return is accurate, and help save you time and money in the short and long term. The right accountant will become a trusted colleague you rely on to...Read more
Feb 1, 2018 | Business Financing
Making it to the Super Bowl takes planning, practice, skill, and a certain amount of luck. The same holds true for running a successful small business. Here are five things that every small business owner can learn from pro football: 1 – The Best Defense is a Good...Read more
