by David Kiger | May 11, 2015 | Business Insight, Keys to Success, Minority-owned Businesses
Location, location, location. Entrepreneurs will need to keep that old chestnut of a phrase in mind when looking for the right place to launch a small business. And many more questions will inevitably follow: What is the target market for the product or service? What...
by David Kiger | May 4, 2015 | Business Insight
A business leader may have the education, the experience and the drive to successfully guide a company. Just as crucial — but perhaps not as well defined — is voice (and no, we don’t mean “voice” as in falsetto vs. baritone). Voice in this case is an extension of the...
by David Kiger | Apr 27, 2015 | Business Insight, Funding
Entrepreneurs wanting to get a small business off the ground may be intimidated by getting a traditional bank loan. The time involved, the hoops to jump through, the paperwork, the approval process — that’s a big mountain to climb. So many are turning to online...
by David Kiger | Apr 20, 2015 | Business Insight, Women-owned Businesses
There’s an interesting story over on the financial side of cnn.com, featuring startup companies that are aiming to use technology in order to “level the playing field” for women and minorities. Writer Sara Ashley O’Brien details nine innovative businesses that are...
by David Kiger | Apr 13, 2015 | Business Insight, Tax Issues
As April 15 nears, many Americans began to feel a growing sense of dread. For small business owners, especially new ones that haven’t experienced a tax process before, it’s best to ask for help — and, at this point, some extra time. Here’s a look at some last-minute...
by David Kiger | Apr 6, 2015 | Business Insight, Minority-owned Businesses, Women-owned Businesses
Becoming certified as either a minority or woman-owned business can open doors to business opportunities that may remain closed to uncertified businesses. However, the application process is not without its challenges. It can be easy for business owners to get...
