No matter which environment you find yourself in, there’s always vocabulary and acronyms that are tossed around casually that everyone knows the meaning of. But if you’re new to a term, you can’t understand it and your life gets a bit harder. We
Grow Your Business: 32 Free Small Business Grants & How to Apply For Them
Who doesn’t like free money? That’s what small business grants are, right? It could help you pay salaries, buy stock, or reach new customers. While grants are “free” in the sense that you don’t have to pay them back, they’re not
Veteran-Owned Small Business Resources: Loans, Grants, Training and More
According to research by Bunker Labs, about 25% of transitioning veterans are interested in running their own business. You might be one of them. On top of general business training courses and funding options, there are many programs that were
The Young Entrepreneurs’ Guide to Starting & Growing a Successful Business
Most resources for entrepreneurs are aimed towards older people. But what about young adults or even teenagers? Entrepreneurship is a great way to learn new skills, develop connections, and hopefully make money. For those who don’t find
Inspiring Entrepreneur Quotes for Small Business Owners
Hearing the right words, at the right time, can be life changing. Especially when it comes to entrepreneurship. The best quotes contain meaningful lessons from successful (or at least experienced) people. I’ve compiled 10 of the most meaningful
How VoIP Can Save Your Business Thousands Each Year
Have you ever used Skype or had a voice call through Facebook? That’s VoIP in action. VoIP stands for Voice Over Internet Protocol. It can be used to describe any service that transmits audio over an Internet connection. Great, so why should
How to Outsource Boring Work Without Sacrificing Quality
“I hate doing this, but I can’t trust anyone else to do it.” Sound familiar? Small business owners are a special breed. They’re usually talented in multiple fields, which allows them to handle everything. But there is a time, in any
15 Books That All Entrepreneurs Should Read
I’ve read hundreds of books on entrepreneurship and business but some have stood far above the rest. This is a list of 15 books that are essential reads for aspiring entrepreneurs. Reading them will improve your business mindset, soft skills,
14 Best Customer Service Tools for Small Businesses
There are hundreds of customer service apps out there, is it possible to not be overwhelmed? Research is definitely a good thing. Choosing a customer service platform is a big investment. On top of the direct cost, it also takes time to move
The 25 Best Podcasts for Small Business Owners
Want to learn about small business? Read. That was the typical advice up until the last 5 years or so. Now you have more options, including podcasts. At first, they were perfect for long commutes and workouts, but now there are podcasts
How to Handle (and Prevent) Credit Card Chargebacks
There are some parts of small business that just suck. They’re not enjoyable, and they don’t make you money in any way. One of those such parts is getting chargebacks. One second you thought you had a sale, and the next second you find out that
Small Business’ Guide to Facebook
Is Facebook a mystery to you? When it comes to using Facebook to attract customers to your small business, it takes a while before you "get it." But with that struggle comes a huge opportunity. No matter the industry you're in, you can use
How To Make A Business Plan Today [Step-By-Step Guide]
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In its rawest and simplest of forms, a business plan is a guide; a roadmap of sorts that allows entrepreneurs to clearly outline their business goals and how they intend to achieve them. When you think about it that way, you will quickly realize that
Online Marketing For Offline Businesses
It wasn't always necessary to use online marketing to run a thriving business. But it is now. The majority of Americans prefer to shop online. Customers have more options now, and if you're not reaching them online, you're missing out on a
A Simple Guide to Choosing the Right Structure for Your Business
Coming up with a new business idea is such an exciting moment. But there's always one question that follows... "What do I do now?" You have a vague intuition that you need to register your business in order to start building it but have no
A Step-By-Step Guide to Running a Successful Crowdfunding Campaign
Being able to pre-sell a product and create that product with that revenue is the dream. It’s why crowdfunding can be a great way to fund your project. You bring people who want something together with people (like you) who are happy to make