There’s Never A Bad Time To Be An Entrepreneur

Here’s how a friend once described me: If you tell me something is impossible, my work week increases by 20 hours and my IQ elevates 20 points. In other words, I like a good challenge. We currently live in challenging times for entrepreneurs. The economic downturn has claimed many victims. But that doesn’t mean you...

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When to Quit Your Job and Start a Business

The answer to your popular question probably depends on your situation and the kind of business you’re planning to run. Many entrepreneurs start pursuing a venture in the evenings and on weekends: Think freelance service providers and home-based crafters whose product lines catch on and develop a following large enough to...

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Small-Business Optimism Hits New Four-Year High

Optimism amongst small U.S. businesses rose to its highest level in more than four years in February, data released Tuesday showed, yet business owners remain concerned about future prospects.   The National Federation of Independent Business‘s small-business optimism index rose 0.4 point to 94.3 from 93.9 in...

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Funding a Startup with Friends and Family

It’s really easy to find information about raising money from angel investors or VCs, but many people don’t think about another important way to fund a startup: raising money from family and friends. I’ve raised money from friends and family twice, and want to share what I’ve learned — so that you can raise money from...

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10 Ways to Save Money for Your Business

Small business owners like us need to make sure we run tight ships. Spending less can help us weather slowing cash flow; cutting expenses can help realize more profit. The following are my tips for saving money – I suggest sharing them with key members of your team. It’s not just enough for the owner to be aware of...

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Things an Entrepreneur Should Know to Achieve Success

Probably, every entrepreneur aspires to know how he can achieve success in business and become financial independent. The inner intention to achieve success is the first and most important secret that an entrepreneur should pay special attention to. If you have an intention it means that you are ready to do decisive actions....

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