Factoring: Funding small business growth
In the current banking environment, factoring may be a cost effective solution to obtain necessary working capital for small business growth.
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Women Entrepreneurs Make Big Strides in the World of Small Business
In 1968, a national cigarette company launched a famous ad campaign targeting women. Every ad prominently featured the tagline, “You’ve come a long way, baby.” The tagline and campaign are intended to celebrate the growing influence and success of modern women in the political, economic…
The Brave, New World of Manufacturing – It’s Not Your Father’s High School Metal Shop Anymore
At one time in America, a high school graduate could make a pretty good living after receiving a diploma. Getting a job at a large manufacturing plant operating a lathe or other machinery meant decades of employment, steady raises and a ticket to a comfortable…
Is Brick-and-Mortar Dead? Hold Up on That Obituary
Is Brick-and-Mortar Dead? Hold Up on That Obituary When asked about wild rumors of his passing in 1895, Mark Twain reportedly replied, “Reports of my death have been greatly exaggerated.” Fast forward nearly 125 years and there’s another rumor of death floating around. Only this…
Made in America: Real Progress or Manufactured Hype?
Made in America: Real Progress or Manufactured Hype? Made in America. At one time, those words stamped on a product meant you, the buyer, were getting a quality-made product manufactured by trained, well-paid American workers. However, in the last few decades, that phrase has not…
Three Things That Can Hinder Business Growth
Selling to other businesses on credit terms? Is this hurting your cash flow and hindering your company growth? Achieving and maintaining an effective and flexible cash flow is essential to the success of your business – particularly if you sell on credit terms. But, all…
Wall St. Megamergers Can (and Do) Affect Even Small Businesses
In baseball, it’s often said “you can’t tell the players without a scorecard.” What that means is that the lineup and roster changes so often that your favorite home team player may be here today and gone tomorrow. In the business world, it’s gotten that…
Smartphones – Not Just for Making Calls or Playing Candy Crush; They’re a Powerful Small Business Tool
Powerful Small Business Tool As a citizen of the late 2010s, you’re very likely already well aware of how smartphones have radically altered personal lives. These handy, almost ubiquitous devices literally put the entire world at your fingertips from anywhere you can get a signal….
Blockchain. Bitcoin. Big Deal… or Just Big Hype for Small Business?
“Two bitcoins, four bitcoins, six bitcoins, a dollar… all for blockchain, stand up and holler!” It’s unlikely varsity cheerleaders are going to do that routine along sidelines anytime soon. However, there are a lot of people rooting for the increasingly popular blockchain and bitcoin, and…
Online Small Business Loans/Cash Advances – Fast Money, But Often with a High Price
Navigating Your Small Business Financing Options & Cash Advances When it comes to finding the right loan for your small business, the landscape can be bewildering, especially when considering options like an SBA loan or business credit cards. With the advent of online lenders offering…
News and information related to Small businesses and their owners.
Women Entrepreneurs Make Big Strides in the World of Small Business
In 1968, a national cigarette company launched a famous ad campaign targeting women. Every ad prominently featured the tagline, “You’ve come a long way, baby.” The tagline and campaign are intended to celebrate the growing influence and success of modern women in the political, economic…
The Brave, New World of Manufacturing – It’s Not Your Father’s High School Metal Shop Anymore
At one time in America, a high school graduate could make a pretty good living after receiving a diploma. Getting a job at a large manufacturing plant operating a lathe or other machinery meant decades of employment, steady raises and a ticket to a comfortable…
Is Brick-and-Mortar Dead? Hold Up on That Obituary
Is Brick-and-Mortar Dead? Hold Up on That Obituary When asked about wild rumors of his passing in 1895, Mark Twain reportedly replied, “Reports of my death have been greatly exaggerated.” Fast forward nearly 125 years and there’s another rumor of death floating around. Only this…
Made in America: Real Progress or Manufactured Hype?
Made in America: Real Progress or Manufactured Hype? Made in America. At one time, those words stamped on a product meant you, the buyer, were getting a quality-made product manufactured by trained, well-paid American workers. However, in the last few decades, that phrase has not…
Three Things That Can Hinder Business Growth
Selling to other businesses on credit terms? Is this hurting your cash flow and hindering your company growth? Achieving and maintaining an effective and flexible cash flow is essential to the success of your business – particularly if you sell on credit terms. But, all…
Wall St. Megamergers Can (and Do) Affect Even Small Businesses
In baseball, it’s often said “you can’t tell the players without a scorecard.” What that means is that the lineup and roster changes so often that your favorite home team player may be here today and gone tomorrow. In the business world, it’s gotten that…
Smartphones – Not Just for Making Calls or Playing Candy Crush; They’re a Powerful Small Business Tool
Powerful Small Business Tool As a citizen of the late 2010s, you’re very likely already well aware of how smartphones have radically altered personal lives. These handy, almost ubiquitous devices literally put the entire world at your fingertips from anywhere you can get a signal….
Blockchain. Bitcoin. Big Deal… or Just Big Hype for Small Business?
“Two bitcoins, four bitcoins, six bitcoins, a dollar… all for blockchain, stand up and holler!” It’s unlikely varsity cheerleaders are going to do that routine along sidelines anytime soon. However, there are a lot of people rooting for the increasingly popular blockchain and bitcoin, and…
Online Small Business Loans/Cash Advances – Fast Money, But Often with a High Price
Navigating Your Small Business Financing Options & Cash Advances When it comes to finding the right loan for your small business, the landscape can be bewildering, especially when considering options like an SBA loan or business credit cards. With the advent of online lenders offering…