Business Basics

If you are interested in becoming a franchisee, there are a number of key questions you should get answers to.

I've partnered with a new group of individuals that own similar businesses to mine. We've partnered in order to open another location together. I was presented by them yesterday with an opportunity...

Here are the common mistakes service-based business owners make with running their venture.

An entrepreneur recounts the top 13 lessons learned over the last 13 years as CEO of an online business.

Jersey Natural Farm has found success in its mission-driven model of organic, regenerative agriculture on a small scale. But to expand the model and drive growth, it relies on new partners.

What do you do when a client won't pay what they owe? This step-by-step guide illuminates the B2B debt collection process.

Here are a few that I already know: 1. Resist for change 2. Inability to trust a new service provider 3. Not willing to spend 4. Don't feel the latent or upcoming business need What am I...

Can anyone suggest to me the best tips for maintaining a good relationship with your employees? What gifts and/or activities can I hold in the office to get the energy back up among the employees?

I run a startup firm and an employee after 3 months has decided to quit. He is currently serving a 30 day notice period. A lot of time was invested in training this person, however, the person is now...

This article is about the importance of conferences for tech startups PR. Its main goal is to prepare startup founders and young entrepreneurs for tech conferences, and help them with an applying...

Pass savings along to customers and clients with wholesale pharmaceuticals.

Positive thinking can make you a better problem-solver.

What is the best way for a small business with less than 30 employees to manage HR responsibilities (e.g. payroll, benefits, training, etc.)? Should I hire an HR director or HR department? Should I...

What's your motivation for starting a business? Here's how to find and sustain your drive for business ownership.

I own 66% of shares and my business partner has 33%. My partner promised big things and has failed to deliver on all fronts. He also spends 40 - 50 % of his time working on another business while...

I have worked for a successful small gym for ~10 years. The founder has expressed interest in selling, and I'd like to take a real shot at acquiring it. I know the ins and outs of running the place,...

Looking for the best CRM software? We have easy-to-read, expert unbiased reviews and feature comparisons of the best and cheapest programs.

Applying for a copyright online makes protecting your intellectual property easier than ever. Here's how to apply for a copyright online.

Business are always focused towards making the best use of their resources, precisely for increasing sales and profits. However, in their quest towards greatness, they fail to identify the need for...

Forewarned is forearmed. Learn your lesson from these successes and failures in software outsourcing.