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Are you a teenager or in your early 20s? Do you have a great business idea? Perhaps you’re already making headway towards starting your own business.
But how do you get others to believe in you and your business idea? Here are eight surefire ways that you can be taken seriously as a young en Read More

Washington D.C isn’t just the home to politicians and powerbrokers, the city and surrounding counties are a hub of entrepreneurial activity. With the largest purchaser of goods and services in the world on its doorstep (the federal government) and an affluent, highly-educated population, the opport Read More

63% of small business owners have some form of debt (source: SBA). Business debt is not a bad thing as business credit is essential for small business growth.

For business owners who take on business debt, it is good practice to plan your repayment ahead. This article covers some common mistakes Read More

Confused and frustrated by small business regulations? You’re not alone. Small business owners spend between 1-5 hours a week dealing with taxes, healthcare, labor laws, and occupational safety and health. Also, these laws and regulations change so often that SBOs are always playing a game of catch Read More

Personal crises happen all the time and take many forms. Perhaps you or a loved one gets ill, or a natural disaster puts you out of operation for days. Whatever the cause, a personal crisis is one of the most challenging scenarios a small business owner can face, often resulting in lost work, lost Read More

Cash flow gaps can be devastating. Companies struggle to pay their bills, meet payroll, invest back into the business, maintain good credit, and so on. The best way to mitigate cash flow gaps is to be prepare. Yet, because you’re wrapped up in the “busyness” of running a business, they may not come Read More

Entrepreneurs and small business owners are fiercely individually minded.
However, no matter how far you go it alone, there’s always room for a little help, advice, and support. Unfortunately for many solopreneurs, swallowing our pride and asking for help isn’t always easy, but having an open mind Read More

Presentations are a fact of life and critical to the success of many business owners. Whether you’re pitching a product or service, sharing a business update with employees, or speaking at an industry event, a well-delivered presentation can inspire, educate and help you sell.

Here are seven thi Read More

Springtime is a natural time for renewal and new opportunities. If you run a business partnership, it’s a great time to step back and reassess your relationship, business processes, and introduce efficiencies into your business. Here are tips for doing just that. Read More

Spring and fall are big seasons for trade shows, and chances are your company will be planning on attending at least one exhibition this year. The average trade show attendee spends 8.3 hours at trade shows walking the aisles and popping into booths. To help you get a return on your investment, her Read More