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The Demographics Of New Venture Founders Are Changing

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Contrary to what you might guess, the highest rate of small business and entrepreneurial growth over the last few years is not Gen-Y upstarts, but Boomers over the age of 50, now called encore entrepreneurs.

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13 Critical Small Business Legal Requirements to Start a Business

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

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by Itamar Gero, founder and CEO of SEOReseller.com . 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. But all is not lost.

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4 Accounting Tips For Startups And Small Businesses

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by Swapnil Shinde, Co-Founder and CEO of Zeni. If you want your business to grow, it’s vital to have the right financial foundation. To avoid these common pitfalls — and set up your finances to support your business as it grows — follow these four accounting tips for startups and small businesses.

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Small Business Optimism Persists, Despite The Pandemic

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Businesses and consumers alike are finding ways to adapt and stay resilient during these unprecedented times. In the inaugural American Express Entrepreneurial Spirit Trendex , the study, which polled 1,000 small and mid-sized businesses, revealed notable insights about the entrepreneurial spirit in the United States.

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Top Five Mistakes Small Business Owners Are Making During Pandemic

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by Joseph Meuse, Founder and President of Business GPS. 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. Patterns emerge, and the top five mistakes we see small business owners making again and again, are: 1.

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Shortening The Small Business Software Selection Process

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by Tim Handorf, Co-Founder and President of G2 Crowd. When launching a new business, every second and every penny count towards the bottom line. Wasted time and money can mean the difference between a business becoming successful and profitable, and one that fails. Existing user advice will prove invaluable in the long run.