By Holly Reisem Hanna In collaboration with cabi and in honor of International Women's Day, a celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women worldwide -- I wanted to share some of the benefits and challenges I've faced as a mompreneur. I had never considered becoming an entrepreneur until the ... Read More
Small Business Owner
End of The Year Tasks For Small Business Owners
According to the Kauffman Foundation, after falling for five years, the number of new entrepreneurs as a percentage of the population finally picked back up. That means, for many, we aren’t just approaching the end of the year – we’re also approaching the end of their first year of business. And as exciting as that is, a lot of new ... Read More
How to Transform Fear into Action
You know that you should probably start setting up your company website, look for the right suppliers, and leave your current job to start your own business. But knowing you should do something and actually doing it are two completely different things. You’ve probably already planned it out entirely in your head a million times. ... Read More
How to Manage Your Finances When You’re Running the Show
Ask any business owner to name their least favorite tasks, and bookkeeping, money management, and paying taxes will all make the list. While these chores may be tedious, they’re absolutely critical. Unlike big companies, the finances of the solo business are often closely intertwined with the personal finances of the business ... Read More
How Your Financial Picture Can Make You A More Savvy Entrepreneur
Running your own business can be overwhelming, especially if you are a team of one. We wear so many hats as entrepreneurs that it’s really easy to fall behind with some of the more time-consuming duties. One of the tasks that can be particularly hard to stay on top of is your bookkeeping. Not only can it be time-consuming, but ... Read More
Bad Introductions – 5 Networking Mistakes To Avoid
Recently I attended a local networking event. Several new members were given “2 to 3 minutes to introduce themselves.” Sadly, this did not happen as expected. Each person, in turn, talked for almost 10 minutes and just rambled on trying to convince us why we should buy from them. The talk at my table turned to a discussion on what ... Read More
How to Create a Summer Plan for Your Business
By Nellie Akalp Summer is approaching quickly. If you haven’t created a summer plan for your business, there’s no time like the present. After all, summer is the time for fresh perspectives … to refuel, refresh, reinvigorate, and restart. Here’s how to create a summer plan for your business. 1. Take stock of your market No ... Read More
Is Your True Nature Entrepreneurial or Employee?
There are significant personality differences between an entrepreneur and an employee and where your mindset falls on the entrepreneur/employee scale will greatly affect the results you achieve in your business. Whether you're working just to get it done, filling in the hours you set aside for work, or leaping into each day with ... Read More
Secret Benefits of Outsourcing Jobs For Work-at-Home Moms
Work-at-home moms you rock! But let's face it; you’re not a superhuman. As work-at-home moms, we know how it feels to be pulled in so many directions that you feel like, “Oh crap, I’m nowhere near done.” You begin to feel totally overwhelmed by the jobs that are not getting completed, and then discouragement starts to creep in. We ... Read More
5 Financial Secrets Every Entrepreneur Should Know
As more and more Americans battle with layoffs and a challenging economic environment, it is not uncommon to see a larger number of people going into business for themselves. Whether it is the idea that they can make better money, set their own hours, or be their own boss, more Americans maybe than ever before are giving the idea ... Read More
Does Your Business Need a Trademark?
Do you ever wonder what will prevent another company from using your same name? Or if you’re legally permitted to use the name you picked for your business? If you’re a small business owner, read on to learn about the trademark, and most importantly, if you need one for your business. Trademarking 101 First, some basics. A ... Read More
How to Cruise Away from Office Worries While on Vacation
As you read this I am currently floating over the Pacific Ocean, nestled safely in one of many canopies that dot the deck of a pristine, white cruise ship. I’m also probably watching my boys hanging out with Mickey Mouse, and later I’ll likely be enjoying a nice dinner in the company of Donald Duck. (Who doesn’t love the Disney ... Read More
Finding Insurance: A Beginner’s Guide for the Self-Employed
A big concern many people have when debating leaving a job and becoming self-employed is health insurance. Knowing you have different options to keep your family from financial ruin, should there be a medical emergency, may help you decide to take a risk and go for your dream. When you look over the following options, keep in mind ... Read More
Are You Ready To Become Your Own Boss?
By Melinda Emerson Are you fed up with the daily grind and are you ready to become your own boss? I remember when I realized being a small business owner would be my next career. I had the job I always wanted, but I was getting headaches on the way to work in the morning. I knew I was capable of doing so something more that would ... Read More
