Rembrandt Communications

MARCH 23, 2020

However, there are some things you can do to keep your business (and mental health) going in a positive direction during this turbulent time. COVID-19 Small Business Tips for Survival. Most of your customers and clients are busy dealing with their own major problems due to the virus. How Can You Help? Who Can Assist You?

Small Business 130

Small Business SBA Social Media SEO 130

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 6, 2023

Many entrepreneurs are so enamored with their product vision that they believe their own hype and are convinced that the market for their solution is so huge that no one will ask them for independent market research data. These are also important for your product positioning in the competitor section of your business plan.

SBA 300

SBA Venture Capital Business Plan Social Media 300

Up and Running

OCTOBER 1, 2014

Marketing is essential to business success, making your marketing plan an integral part of the planning process. You are among a select number of small business owners and executives who recognize the need for a marketing plan. As a marketing strategist, I recommend a marketing plan to all of my clients.

Marketing 88

Marketing Technical Review Small Business Administration SBA 88

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 3, 2020

While the coronavirus pandemic and the massive economic disruption caused by the broad shutdowns and mandates for social distancing have hurt all manner of companies, startups and other small businesses are shouldering the worst of the pain and uncertainty. Check with the SBA to see whether you qualify for such funds.

Small Business 147

Small Business Finance SBA Cost 147

Up and Running

MAY 21, 2015

Most every organization will benefit from even the most elementary market research. Market research is the process of gaining information about your market. Preferably, this is specific information about your target market and the key factors that influence their buying decisions. Types of market research.

Marketing 60

Marketing Software Review Entrepreneur Widget 60

crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Write a business plan. Decide your legal business structure. Purchase business insurance. Create a sales plan. Grow your business. If you want to start your own business, you need to consider your strengths, weaknesses, and interests. Are you an expert in short sales? Market analysis.

Angel Investor 85

Angel Investor Small Business Business Plan Intellectual Property 85

Up and Running

MAY 16, 2017

The details within those pages will remind you of the spending strategy you outlined to get your business off the ground. According to 2016 statistics published by the Small Business Administration (SBA) , only about 78 percent of small business startups survive the first year, and only half make it to the five year point.

Technical Review 82

Technical Review SBA Small Business Administration Software Review 82

Duct Tape Marketing

MAY 6, 2016

Small Businesses Must Make Data Privacy a Priority written by Guest Post read more at Duct Tape Marketing. The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides a wealth of information on privacy , including articles and links to government sites. The SBA also provides many resources on online business law.

Small Business 35

Small Business SBA Small Business Administration Security 35

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 15, 2018

Many entrepreneurs are so enamored with their product vision that they believe their own hype, and are convinced that the market for their solution is so huge that no one will ask them for independent market research data. These are also important for your product positioning in the competitor section of your business plan.

Marketing 219

Marketing SBA Venture Capital Business Plan 219

crowdSPRING Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

But, a clothing brand needs more than just exquisite apparel design to create a lasting business. It needs all the trappings of a successful business as well. Apparel retailers need to master marketing, manufacturing, and retailing, among other things. Fill in the business blanks. Create a sales plan.

Small Business Administration 133

Small Business Administration Social Media LLC Technical Review 133

Up and Running

NOVEMBER 6, 2014

A lot of small business owners know their fields and industries like the back of their hand; it’s why they are so good at what they do. But when it comes to marketing your business, there might be a few (or more than a few) gaps in your formal education or training. Internet Marketing. The Basics.

Small Business 147

Small Business Marketing India Massachusetts 147

Up and Running

MAY 6, 2015

Each week we discuss the latest news, resources and advice for entrepreneurs and small business owners. In this week’s episode we discuss: 10 Things the Bank Will Ask When You Need a Business Loan. We’re helping small businesses. Peter: Collateral is a major sticking point for a lot of small businesses.

SBA 60

SBA Technical Review Software Review Small Business 60

Up and Running

AUGUST 30, 2017

Working out a business plan for your daycare center can be a challenge. Projected enrollment growth and market demand can also be tricky to estimate. As someone who owns eight successful daycares in the Chicago area, I know the strategies and approaches that work when it comes to developing a sound business plan for a daycare center.

Business Plan 93

Business Plan SBA Software Review Advisory Board 93

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 22, 2014

Many entrepreneurs are so enamored with their product vision that they believe their own hype, and are convinced that the market for their solution is so huge that no one will ask them for independent market-research data. They don’t realize that business projections with no third-party validation have no credibility with investors.

Entrepreneur 244

Entrepreneur Marketing SBA Venture Capital 244

YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 12, 2015

The big day for small business owners is November 28th this year. Launched in 2010, American Express Small Business Saturday has become an annual tradition celebrating independent retailers. It’s a great way for small local businesses to compete with larger companies for holiday dollars.

Small Business 100

Small Business Cost SBA Social Media 100

Hunter Walker

JUNE 10, 2016

This week I’ll be running a series of Five Question interviews with small businesses which were facilitated by BondStreet , a SMB lending platform (we’re investors). HW: All of the social platforms claim to help small businesses and brands amplify their voice, find their customers. MC: We are activate on all of these.

Technical Review 50

Technical Review Equity SBA Software Review 50

Hunter Walker

JUNE 10, 2016

This week I’ll be running a series of Five Question interviews with small businesses which were facilitated by BondStreet , a SMB lending platform (we’re investors). HW: All of the social platforms claim to help small businesses and brands amplify their voice, find their customers. MC: We are activate on all of these.

Technical Review 48

Technical Review Equity SBA Software Review 48

Up and Running

MARCH 26, 2020

For small businesses, cash flow management in a crisis is absolutely vital. It can mean the difference between stabilizing your business or falling behind. Acknowledging a continued decline in sales and the need to lower expenses is obvious. Sales dropped suddenly.

Management 152

Management Forecast SBA Burn Rate 152

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 28, 2016

Many entrepreneurs are so enamored with their product vision that they believe their own hype, and are convinced that the market for their solution is so huge that no one will ask them for independent market research data. These are also important for your product positioning in the competitor section of your business plan.

Marketing 120

Marketing SBA Startup Venture Capital 120

Up and Running

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Like, if you think your target market is people making above a certain income in south Texas, a list broker may be able to tell you how many people fit that criteria, to give you a sense of how big your target market actually is. Industry suppliers (again to get a sense of demand and for market information). Three years?

Venture Capital 166

Venture Capital Business Plan Limited Liability Company Finance 166

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 31, 2014

According to earlier studies from Forbes Insights , many entrepreneurs and small businesses not only feel the lessons learned during the past few years have helped them survive, but the recession also exposed flaws in their business strategies that they were able to fix. See where you can maximize this type of profit.

Small Business Administration 257

Small Business Administration SBA Forecast Government 257

crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Write a business plan. Decide your legal business structure. Purchase business insurance. Create a sales plan. Grow your business. Before you dive into starting your own photography business, you need to consider your strengths, weaknesses, and interests. Market analysis. Sales and marketing plan.

Business Plan 64

Business Plan Small Business Administration Hiring Social Media 64

Up and Running

APRIL 2, 2015

One exception to the rule is that the federal Small Business Administration (SBA) has programs that guarantee some portion of startup costs for new businesses so banks can lend them money with the government, reducing the banks’ risk. So your business has to have hard assets it can pledge to back up a business loan.

Balance Sheet 60

Balance Sheet SBA Covenant Technical Review 60

Up and Running

MAY 9, 2016

But once you have a solid construction company business plan and know the direction you want to take, you can start your own construction business. Small Business Administration (SBA) have pointed out, construction is a high-growth industry right now and is expected to remain strong for years to come.

SBA 60

SBA Demand Forecast Balance Sheet 60

Berkonomics

APRIL 16, 2020

Many businesses threatened with closure forever. Small businesses are the most vulnerable, even though most have furloughed employees. Raising money during this crisis will be almost impossible, even from friends and family shocked by the stock market declines. Most of us are affected by this current crisis.

SBA 87

SBA Burn Rate Salary Stock 87

Berkonomics

APRIL 20, 2023

The Angel Capital Association recently published a study contributed to by several of my friends quoting that seventy percent of investments made by angel investors to date return less than the amount invested – upon a sale or closing of the business – the great majority of these outright losses as businesses die.

SBA 62

SBA Angel Investor Early Stage Liquidity Event 62

crowdSPRING Blog

JULY 6, 2017

But, a clothing brand needs more than just exquisite design to create a lasting business. It needs all the trappings of a successful business as well. Apparel retailers need to master marketing, manufacturing, and retailing, among other things. If you are ready to start a fashion business, let’s get down to it.

Small Business Administration 48

Small Business Administration Social Media LLC Technical Review 48

The Entrepreneurial Mind

SEPTEMBER 16, 2010

It looks like the so-called Small Business Bill is about to become law. So what will it offer our ailing small businesses? Most of the attempt at stimulating small business in the Small Business Bill comes in the forms of offering more loans to small businesses.

Small Business 69

Small Business SBA Government Sales 69

Duct Tape Marketing

FEBRUARY 13, 2014

Why Small Businesses Still Need to Network in the Local Community written by Guest Post read more at Small Business Marketing Blog from Duct Tape Marketing Thursday is guest post day here at Duct Tape Marketing and today’s guest is Deborah Sweeney – Enjoy! Local recognition is priceless.

Small Business 77

Small Business Community Networking SBA 77

Up and Running

APRIL 4, 2022

But, is it really impossible to launch a business without any startup capital? Table of contents Can I start a business with no money? How to start a small business with no money 1. Identify your business idea 2. Conduct market research 3. Explore funding options From starting to growing your business

Social Media 156

Social Media SBA Media Metrics 156

Up and Running

JUNE 30, 2020

Many small business financing options feel as though they have evaporated in the wake of the crisis caused by COVID-19. 2020 Will Be An Interesting Year For Small Business Financing. 2020 Will Be An Interesting Year For Small Business Financing. Get Your Financial House in Order.

Finance 136

Finance Forecast SBA Small Business 136

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 1, 2011

Just yesterday, a new study “ The PNC Economic Outlook: Survey of Small & Middle-Market Business Owners ” was published. Obviously, falling income over the past two years put additional pressure on small business cash flow. Increased business role in US economic recovery. Increase operating efficiencies.

Small Business Administration 224

Small Business Administration SBA Japan Forecast 224

Up and Running

APRIL 6, 2020

If you’re out of cash, you’re out of business. If you’re running a startup or small business in these times, you have to be thinking about a Plan B and even a Plan C. As I write this, at least 20% of the United States is on lockdown and only “essential” businesses have their doors open.

Burn Rate 100

Burn Rate Forecast SBA Cash Position 100

Up and Running

MAY 30, 2016

Additional resources to help you choose a location: How to Choose a Business Location. 13 Out of the Ordinary Ways to Find the Perfect Business Location. Demographic Data on the SBA Website. Business license. Business name and/or DBA registration. Sales tax account (seller’s permit). Business travelers.

SBA 60

SBA United States Hiring Detroit 60

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 9, 2013

Obviously, falling income over the past years put additional pressure on small business cash flow. Small business owners now recognize the importance of planning amid the new economic environment and want to spend more time doing it. Increased business role in US economic recovery. More focus on strategic planning.

Small Business Administration 195

Small Business Administration SBA Forecast Small Business 195

Entrepreneurs-Journey.com by Yaro Starak

JULY 1, 2011

Because I am a big proponent of diversification in most aspects of life, in addition to real estate, the capital markets and private business investments, I ventured out and acquired a small business in my community back in the mid 2000s. So I went knocking on the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) doorsteps.

Small Business 77

Small Business Due Diligence SBA Internet 77

Steve Blank

JUNE 4, 2012

The reality is that the United States is still a nation of small businesses. While we were figuring out how to be incredibly more efficient in building new technology startups, three out out of 10 new small businesses will fail in 2 years, half fail within 5 years. of the ~6 million companies in the U.S.

Silicon Valley 305

Silicon Valley Lean Utah Customer Development 305