Author: Rieva Lesonsky
5 inexpensive ways to invest in employee education & development
Written by: Rieva Lesonsky
Give your employees the education and development resources they need to succeed. From learning new technology solutions to updating industry knowledge or employing new marketing methods, …
99 things small business owners (and consumers) should know
Written by: Rieva Lesonsky
Unsure about payroll and other business terminology? This list provides simple definitions of common business words, phrases, and acronyms that every small business owner should know, …
3 ways for retailers to prepare for a successful holiday season
Written by: Rieva Lesonsky
November and December holiday retail sales will increase between 3.8% and 4.2% over 2018, predicts the National Retail Federation (NRF). But with competition coming from all sides and …
How to ensure your new hire works out
Written by: Rieva Lesonsky
Does your small business need to hire? If so, you need to plan how you’ll get around three of the biggest minefields for small employers. According …
10 steps for building your business credit rating
Written by: Rieva Lesonsky
Like personal credit, it’s important to regularly monitor your business credit. Having a business solid score can help you in a number of ways, including: Obtaining …
Bootstrapping: The best financing option for your startup
Written by: Rieva Lesonsky
Have you heard the term “bootstrapping a business?” Derived from the old saying about “pull yourself up by your bootstraps,” bootstrapping means using your own money to finance …
