Complexity of Insurance
Insurance, it would seem, is a necessary evil for most people. It comes in many different forms; some is mandatory, others optional and it is hard to decipher just what is necessary, what is precautionary and what is prudent. Over the years dealing with many business...
When you have 30 seconds to Introduce your Business
You've just stepped into an elevator. The door closes; a man in the elevator points to the logo on your jacket and asks, “What does your business do?” You open your mouth, and then pause. As you try to organize your thoughts, the elevator stops and he's on his way....
Who’s Minding the Store
According to Richard Branson, “Customers come second, employees first.” Assembling and then keeping a cohesive team will bring unexpected benefits to both your business and your clients. Management and staffing of a small business is an important aspect of a...
How the 5C’s help you qualify for a small business loan
There are many reasons why small businesses need funding such as start-up costs, equipment, inventory, staffing, among many other expenses. And there are many reasons the thought of securing funding seems discouraging and daunting. Most lending institutions use the...
Social Impact Business
In today’s economic environment, business success is no longer defined by only monetary gain but also by the affect it has on people and the planet. Referred to as triple bottom line or social impact, businesses seek to gauge an organization's level of commitment to...
Understanding Cash Flow is King
A healthy cash flow is the lifeblood of any small business, and knowing how to manage the businesses cash can be the difference between success and failure. The often quoted phrase, ‘Revenue is vanity, profit is sanity but cash is reality” certainly says it all in 10...
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