Many traditional lenders such as banks are pulling back credit, even from long term, credit-worthy customers. Fortunately,there are plenty of alternatives to traditional banks.
There are a number of sources of capital for most business owners who need help financing an expansion. It's just a matter of finding the right fit for your company.
Working for a large corporation can provide valuable experience, but when it comes to running a small business, following corporate rules could hurt your bottom line.
You've figured out how to get your business started and you've figured out how to keep it a going concern. But have you figured out how you're going to get out of it?
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5 Lawsuit Mistakes You Can Avoid
You may not be able to avoid lawsuits altogether, but you can improve your outcome by avoiding a few mistakes early in the process.
Where to Turn When Your Bank Doesn't Love You Anymore
Many traditional lenders such as banks are pulling back credit, even from long term, credit-worthy customers. Fortunately,there are plenty of alternatives to traditional banks.
Ask the Readers: Where Do You Want to Retire?
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5 Powerful Reasons Companies Should Offer More Wellness Programs to Keep Their Employees Healthier and Happier
Healthy, happy employees are great for the bottom line. Boost morale and productivity with an employer-sponsored wellness program!
15 Things to Get Done Before Year-End
Start 2014 healthy, wealthy, and oh-so wise by doing these 15 things before the end of 2013.
Financing an Expansion
There are a number of sources of capital for most business owners who need help financing an expansion. It's just a matter of finding the right fit for your company.
How Much to Pay New Hires in 2011
You're ready to bring in new employees — great! But calculating salaries can be difficult. Learn what to pay in a still-unsteady economy.
Corporate Rules to Unlearn
Working for a large corporation can provide valuable experience, but when it comes to running a small business, following corporate rules could hurt your bottom line.
Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 Does Little for Small Business
The Small Business Jobs Act is a misnomer and not the right legislation to accomplish any of the stated goals
How to Leverage an Economy of Giving and Profit
Digital distribution of gifts offers small businesses an almost free way to reach new customers. Go ahead, give it away.
4 Indulgences Your Business Can't Afford
Your waistline probably can't afford an extra cookie before bedtime. Your business probably can't afford these four budget busters, either.
How To Create A Professional Online Image At Low To No Cost
The KISS rule (Keep It Simple, Stupid) worked in high school math and it works in online branding, too.
Build Your Local Economy To Build Your Business
Taking the long view on community outreach and involvement.
7 Tips for Proposals, Pitches and Presentations
A good idea is worthless if you can't communicate its value.
Secrets of Successful Succession Planning
You've figured out how to get your business started and you've figured out how to keep it a going concern. But have you figured out how you're going to get out of it?
10 Free Business Tools Too Valuable To Ignore
With these robust tools and informed resources, you can run or manage just about every facet of your business. For free.
Does Your Business Need a Crisis Response Plan?
It's never to early to create a crisis management plane. All too often, we wait until it's too late.
18 Year End Financial Must Dos
The window of opportunity is closing rapidly for many key financial moves. Act soon, or you may miss out on substantial tax savings and more.
Ask The Readers: Do You Have An Emergency Fund?
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Ask the Readers: What is Your Best Job Hunting Tip?
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