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How to Make Sense of the PPP Loan Program for VC-Backed Startups

Both Sides of the Table

There is so much confusion and misinformation out there about the government sponsored “payroll protection plan” loans to companies that the heads of every small business CEO in the country must be spinning. Who is this program for and why does it exist? The goal of the program is in the name?—?payroll payroll protection.

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What Small Businesses Can Do To Survive And Thrive During The Pandemic

YoungUpstarts

Maybe because they have often been called the backbone of the American economy, small businesses are among those with the heaviest burdens to bear. The sad reality is, some of these small businesses may never open their doors again. The odds were always difficult for small businesses even before the pandemic.

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13 Critical Small Business Legal Requirements to Start a Business

Up and Running

Not only do these requirements ensure that businesses operate within the law but it also protects small business owners and their consumers. . Let’s take that innovative new business idea and walk through all the requirements you need to consider to successfully start a business that’s legally recognized.

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Top Five Mistakes Small Business Owners Are Making During Pandemic

YoungUpstarts

As the owner of a debt mitigation company, I have never seen such a wide variety of issues plaguing the fiscal health of small business owners. Some businesses are open, while others are closed but trying to reopen while the remainder are waiting for the government to allow them to reopen. No Dialogue with Commercial Landlord.

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Vital Tips For Small Businesses And Entrepreneurs During Covid-19  

YoungUpstarts

by Wayne Titus, author of “ The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being “ Entrepreneurs and small business leaders are trying to figure out how to navigate COVID-19, from how to apply for loans and assistance to FMLA regulations. How can businesses understand their options and develop a cash flow timeline?

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[Interview] Michael C. Fillios, Author Of “Tech Debt 2.0™: How To Future Proof Your Small Business And Improve Your Tech Bottom Line”  

YoungUpstarts

Along with lack of oversight, outdated software or hardware, inadequate cybersecurity, or one bad tech investment could seal the demise of a small enterprise. In his new book, “Tech Debt 2.0 : How to Future Proof Your Small Business and Improve Your Tech Bottom Line” , senior global business and technology executive Michael C.

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All in the Cloud: Useful Types of SaaS for Your Small Business

The Startup Magazine

With the right program, you can help your team members share their files and ideas in real-time. It would be best if you also made sure that the calculations within the program were correct. In simple words, e-commerce businesses require ecommerce software. Collaboration Software. Project Management Software. File Sharing.

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