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The Pros and Cons of Running a Sole Proprietorship

5 minute read

December 3, 2018

For many people, running their own business is a dream come true. Due to this, many entrepreneurs ultimately set up a sole proprietorship, which is an unincorporated company owned and operated by one person. ...

Pros and Cons of Bootstrapping Your New Business

5 minute read

November 14, 2018

“It takes money to make money” is one of the oldest clichés in the business world, but it’s true that most startups require funding to get off the ground. Luckily, there’s currently no shortage of...

How to Determine if Your Business Needs a DBA

5 minute read

November 14, 2018

Wondering if your business needs to register a “Doing Business As” (DBA)? DBAs are usually needed if you intend to conduct business under a name that is different from your personal legal name or the...

What to Do If You Inherit A Small Business

5 minute read

October 15, 2018

If you’ve recently inherited business, you probably have an endless supply of questions running through your head. The business world doesn’t sleep, and you’ll need to keep the company running during the transition. But what’s...

10 Morning Habits Every Business Owner Should Try

5 minute read

October 9, 2018

As a business owner, you likely obsess over how you can improve their bottom line. While this is certainly important, you shouldn’t neglect your personal needs, because this can end up being detrimental to your...

How to Reduce Paper-Related Waste at Your Small Business

5 minute read

September 21, 2018

As all business owners know, running an office means dealing with a lot of paperwork which can lead to significant paper waste. If being more eco-friendly is a priority for your company, reducing the amount...

Pros and Cons of Hiring a Family Member or Friend

5 minute read

September 20, 2018

Small business owners are often approached by family members and friends that are look for job opportunities. While it can be tempting to offer a position to someone you know, the decision should be carefully...

4 Skills That Can Be Turned into Lucrative Businesses

5 minute read

September 20, 2018

Looking to escape the 9 to 5 grind? If sitting behind a desk for eight hours a day doesn’t seem like your ideal work environment, you should consider starting your own business, based on your...

Pros and Cons of Hiring Freelancers

5 minute read

September 7, 2018

The gig economy is changing the way people think about work. Instead of logging 40 hours full-time behind a desk, some people juggle multiple jobs at the same time, making their own schedules and choosing...