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Running a small business can be an all-consuming task. But just because you have a to-do list that's longer than War and Peace, it doesn't mean you can afford to skip the important step of creating a growth strategy. If you think you don't have time to create a small business growth strategy,...

It happens so fast. An initial idea that germinates and grows. Or a sudden epiphany that strikes like a bolt of lightning. Your new product or service idea begins to have legs, showing future promise after some basic research and counseling. The problem is, there's no clear path to getting over...

Some of today's most successful businesses started with a brilliant idea. Consider Art Fry, the inventor of Post-it notes, or Kevin Plank, the brain behind Under Armour's quick-drying workout gear. These entrepreneurs had a moment of inspiration where they noticed a problem that needed solving,...

Many people who want to start a side business tend to get stuck on one thing: the idea. Without a good idea jumping out at them, most aspiring entrepreneurs feel like they have a barrier preventing them from beginning to earn on the side. To get that problem out of the way, we've compiled this...

Online accounting software is increasingly a great option for small businesses today, as it allows them to save money instead of frequently seeing a certified accountant for every financial tracking task. Besides the cost-saving advantages of online bookkeeping software, greater convenience is...

Setting and start own online store years ago used to be mind-numbingly complex. Simply creating products, product pages and a checkout sequence was bad enough. But then you had to worry about payment gateways to accept payment. Shipping. And don't forget about taxes! Thankfully that's changed over...

Of all the decisions you make when starting a business, one of the most crucial is picking a name. It’s a crowded world, after all, and often you don’t get much time to grab the attention of potential customers. A catchy, memorable name can give you a real advantage, while the wrong choice can...