Starting a business from scratch is no easy job. However, with a bit of patience and perseverance, you can really hit it off and create a market base for your product. A budding entrepreneur is faced with a myriad of questions about the budget, the time, and the promotional value of the brand. Amidst all […]
It’s common knowledge lots of startups fail and according to some articles online eight out of ten fail within the first eighteen months. The statistics start to look a little better over time though with around half failing within the first five years and around thirty percent within the first ten years. There are many […]
The pest control business in America generates revenues totaling $14 billion a year and has had an annual growth rate of 4.99 percent from 2011-2016. To start your own pest control service, you’ll need to apply for a license and pass a test to prove your ability to apply chemicals and other methods to property […]
Did you know that as many as 85% of consumers nowadays use the Internet to look up local businesses? Which is why search engines, especially Google, factor in localization when it comes to ranking. This also highlights the importance of physical location when it comes to merchants or service providers. With many consumers always on-the-go, […]
Not many are aware of this, but in the United States, 99.9% of all businesses fall under the Small Business category. That translates to about 29.6 million organizations in total! Furthermore, these businesses have in employ 57.9 million people. That makes up about 47.8% of the entire employed population. All these go to show how […]
If you work in the manufacturing industry, you may find that you will need to cut steel at some point or another. But, finding the right tools to help you cut steel can be tricky. Luckily, there are some tips you can follow, that will help you discover the right way to cut steel. In […]
In 2016, Americans collectively spent a whopping $1.1 trillion on insurance premiums. Do you want to earn a piece of this pie? Read on, because we’re telling you how to do it! Americans will always need insurance. With the uncertainties of life, one needs to insure their life, health, family, home, and businesses. Starting an […]
The pool business attracts a lot of enthusiastic pool fans who think it would be ideal to work as a professional. Interest in the field spiked in the recession and continued to this day. There are many ways to start a pool cleaning business and each deserves careful consideration. For anyone thinking about entering this […]
Thinking about outsourcing this year? Did you know that in 2017, the global market size of outsourced services was worth over $88.9 billion? It’s a common practice for North American and European countries. Why then has the industry shown such extreme fluctuation over the last six years? The industry was worth over $104.6 billion at […]
If you’re setting off the exciting journey of setting up your own business from scratch, then you’ll have plenty on your mind. And rightly so. Starting a company is a big responsibility, and it’s important that you get things right from the start, to maximize the chances of success and long-term survival. And, it doesn’t […]
Microfinance, is mostly known as a financing model for, and used by, budding entrepreneurs and small businesses in third world nations. What’s interesting is it’s popularity is spreading and it’s now likely to be available in town or region near you. Microfinance has it’s roots in places like Africa, India etc and it’s helped people […]
Are you thinking about starting a custom coin business? Their roots lie in the military, where during World War I, a young American pilot flying for the French had coins made with his unit’s insignia. Since then, the 2″ coins have taken off. They’ve been used throughout military units and handed out to soldiers who […]
As the saying goes, necessity is the mother of invention. Yet, that doesn’t seem to tell the whole story. If you ask us, the unsung hero of invention is innovation. The two are practically inseparable, particularly if you’re working at a startup. By encouraging new and innovative ideas, you can do so much more than […]
You’ve got a great business idea and the finances to back it – now all you need to do is decide where to set up shop. Choosing a location for your business will depend heavily on the nature of your business. If you’re a retailer, for example, you’ll need a storefront in a high-traffic area. […]
The growth in digital technology has made it much easier to start a business. However, the increase in global trade also makes many markets more vulnerable to changes in other countries. These are often beyond your control but can seriously affect your need for employees. While creating a positive environment is seen as essential for […]
Counselors are an important part of society. They work with people who are facing challenges in their lives and help them to come up with an action plan, goals, and help them to work through their emotions in order to empower them. For those with their masters of arts in counseling from a top-notch school […]
