Business Planning

From comparable worth to torts, here's the legal lingo all business owners should know.

Find out how ERP software can help you efficiently manage the most important operations of your business.

Our step-by-step guide outlines what to include in your company's business growth plan and features expert advice from business strategy experts.

Discover the cheapest franchises to start in 2025, with low entry costs and high potential in travel, cleaning, real estate, and more.

Differentiating your brand from the competition gives you a competitive advantage. Learn ways to differentiate your product from the competition.

The sharing economy, also known as the peer-to-peer sharing economy, is a system where assets or services are shared between consumers.

Licenses and subscriptions are popular pricing models. Learn how licenses and subscriptions work and how to choose a pricing strategy for your business.

Although removing a majority shareholder can be difficult, it is possible. Here are the steps to make the process a smooth one.

Airbnb has revolutionized rentals, giving entrepreneurs a way to earn. Learn how to start and grow a successful Airbnb business with this guide.

Find out what you must do before starting a business, from writing a business plan to getting the proper insurance.

Our guide breaks down everything you need to know about starting an in-person or online clothing store, with expert advice from retailers.

A stock purchase agreement outlines the sale of company stock to buyers. Here's how to create a stock purchase agreement, along with a helpful template.

Small businesses often have slim profit margins. Learn how to cut expenses to boost cash flow, invest in growth and lower prices without impacting revenue.

Consumers want convenience, which often means they want someone to do something for them on demand. Learn how to take advantage of the DIFM movement.

Check out these branding tips for business owners to connect with Generation Z and millennial consumers.

Obtaining a copyright is a straightforward process online. Learn how to apply for a copyright online and the benefits of protecting intellectual property.

POS systems can provide a lot of value to your restaurant. Learn more about how this technology can boost your profits.

Starting a business requires an organized approach to administrative, legal and practical tasks. Follow this checklist to start a business from home.

Employers keep paycheck records to comply with federal and state laws, complete tax returns, and use in audits. Here's what you need to know.

Tablets make it easier for customers to order tableside and pay their bills quickly. Learn more about how your restaurant can use tablets.

Most states in the U.S. require contractors to have a license to work legally. Here’s how to successfully license your construction company.

Submitting a trademark is a way to protect your intellectual property. Learn how to submit a trademark properly, how it differs from a copyright, and more.

Business owners are vulnerable to lawsuits. Learn common lawsuit types, as well as how to handle a lawsuit, deal with insurance, and protect your company.

If your business suffers a loss that’s covered by insurance, you’ll need to file an insurance claim. Here's how a claim works and how to file one.

Customers want payment options, making the cash-only model inconvenient. If your business doesn’t accept credit cards, here are eight reasons you should.

Your most valuable asset is your brand reputation. Learn how to protect it by keeping employees and customers happy and using reputation-management tools.

Setting the proper prices for your services is one of the most crucial elements of business. Learn how to set fair and accurate prices for your services.

Learn how to identify and share the right story about your brand to usher in loyal consumers.

Upscaling your business is a risky decision, but you can minimize those risks with a sustainable business growth strategy. Find out the dos and don'ts here.

A well-written company history on your website can do wonders in attracting customers to your brand. Here is how to write one.