Small Businesses: Watch the Federal Reserve, not the Stock Market
For small business owners, headlines regarding tariffs, a rollercoaster stock market, and the chance of recession can be…
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For small business owners, headlines regarding tariffs, a rollercoaster stock market, and the chance of recession can be…
If you just started a business, you might be looking for ways to get your name out in…
After three decades of building companies, I’ve had enough distance to see the patterns. Starting with Ooma, then…
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For many entrepreneurs, consistently generating sales and scaling their businesses often poses a big challenge. Often, they believe…
Unlock the full potential of your startup’s pitch with this straightforward guide that distills expert advice on articulating…
The digital disruption has fundamentally changed the way customers interact with companies and organizations. Today, people conduct their…
The growing awareness of climate change and pollution is pushing consumers to demand sustainable options. For startups, the…
It is a well-known fact that starting and even growing a business requires a lot of capital. Even…
Tradition has it that there are three things you should never discuss at the dinner table: politics, religion,…
Startups have a lot to worry about. Finances, recruitment, growth, funding, sourcing – it goes on and on.…
A good holiday email campaign can help boost your last quarter sales, but you need a strategy before…
In the world of modern marketing, where people’s attention spans are shorter than a few seconds, Buzz marketing…
Small businesses often operate with constrained budgets and limited resources. Hence, teams must automate repetitive and time-consuming tasks…
The landscape for fundraising and investment has shifted significantly in recent years, moving from a period of overfunding…
This is an excerpt from DIGITAL IMPACT: The Human-Element of AI-Driven Transformation, by Steve Lucas, Chairman and CEO…
Many small business owners don’t know that business credit exists—or if they do know about it, they don’t…
Healthcare startups stand on the edge of opportunity. But to thrive, understanding data quality and data accuracy is…
Funding a startup can be challenging, especially if you’re new to the game. There’s lots of competition. Interest…
Revising a pitch deck can be a daunting task, but it’s a crucial step towards securing investment. With…
When I launched Concord 10 years ago, I made a rookie mistake that nearly cost us everything: I…
People’s attention spans keep shrinking and the competition for their time, eyes and ears keeps getting fiercer. Even…
Building strong teams in tech startups isn’t just about hiring skilled developers — it’s about fostering ownership, motivation…
Email marketing is a powerful tool for startups, especially those looking to engage potential customers. One of the…
Choosing the right Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system is a critical decision for any startup. Missteps during the…
Cloud transformation is already moving beyond technology to change the way businesses operate and innovate. But as the…
With the rise of virtual work, the number of mothers succeeding in digital businesses has increased tremendously as…
There’s no one-size-fits-all business structure. However, as a new entrepreneur, it’s worth considering the potential benefits of registering…
In 2023, Jackson Greathouse Fall asked ChatGPT-4 to turn $100 into “as much money as possible” ASAP, “without…
The beginning of the year has always been a popular time to start a business, and with good…
Let us tell you something. Simply having a great product or service these days isn’t enough to guarantee…
Being a startup founder requires wearing many hats. You need to be a strategist, product developer, salesperson, fundraiser,…
Starting your journey as a successful entrepreneur is never easy. It requires a lot of time and effort…
In 1997, Robert Pasin, the grandson of Radio Flyer founder Antonio Pasin, became company CEO. He put into…
I am one of those lucky people who get to do what they love every day. I coach…
Hiring is tough for any business, but startups face a unique set of challenges that set them apart…
Whether you’re launching your business in 2025, or hoping to grow yours, you may be feeling a combination…
Some of the hardest-working leaders I know are also the most frustrated. They’re experienced. Smart. Driven. Their team…
The digital disruption has fundamentally changed the way customers interact with companies and organizations. Today, people conduct their…
Marketing can often feel like juggling knives—dangerous, exhausting, and with no clear end in sight. For sole entrepreneurs…
Are you wondering how an expense analysis can help your startup? If so, you’re in the right place!…
Having a small email list might feel like a hurdle, but it’s actually a huge advantage. A smaller…
In online advertising, understanding the nuances between paid search and paid social can significantly impact your marketing strategy…
Let’s step into the unknown, shake things up, and approach leadership with Peter Drucker in mind. What if…
The initial startup stages are fraught with challenges. When your business is first starting out, cash flow and…
A few years ago, I stumbled upon the work of Peter Drucker, and it changed the way I…
Launching a startup requires navigating a sea of complexities. Markets are unpredictable, with disruptive developments occurring at inopportune…
If you pay your bills on time, you probably assume you have a good credit score. Why wouldn’t…
An absolutely foundational aspect of non-profit success is building your network. I learned that first-hand when co-founding a…