Preparation

Franchise

How Immigrating From Argentina to the Bronx at 11 Prepared Her For Life as a Franchisee

Vanesa Ellis was no expert in mosquitos or lawn care, but other experiences made her a perfect fit for two home-care brands.

Science & Technology

How Internet Brownouts Can Threaten Your Business — and 8 Ways to Minimize Their Impact

Let's explore internet brownouts, what causes them and how to stop them from severely impacting your business.

Leadership

4 Ways to Prepare for Unforeseen Problems in Your Business

Unforeseen problems are a staple of owning a business; how you deal with them counts.

Fundraising

Networking 101 For Introverts: Tips and Tricks to Help You Confidently Connect With Others

Networking events can be stressful and overwhelming. Follow these tips to find potential connections, even as an introvert.

Growing a Business

As Recession and Inflation Fears Loom Over The Holidays, Retailers Need an Extra Strategic Approach This Season

By preparing for the upcoming holiday season year-round as opposed to just in the second half of the year, retailers can directly apply lessons learned from the previous year, effectively plan for various scenarios based on different external factors (i.e., inflation) and get a head start on competitors.

Thought Leaders

Pilots Use This Checklist to Analyze and Reduce Flight Risks. Here's How It Can Help Entrepreneurs, Too.

Here is an effective hazard management tool entrepreneurs can use to successfully run their businesses.

Growing a Business

Anticipation is the Key to Success

Everyone's heard that "luck happens when preparation meets opportunity," but what you're preparing for is high-level anticipation, and here's what that means.

Thought Leaders

Could Your Company Benefit From Media Training?

Professional training can help prepare executives to maximize positive earned media opportunities and how to navigate a crisis.

Growing a Business

How a Crisis Mindset Can Help Your Business Move Forward

We don't know what other world-altering crises could be around the corner, so business owners need to keep the all-hands-on-deck approach to business.

Business News

Stay Prepared for Any Outdoor Adventure or Equip Your Office with This Emergency Kit

This American Red Cross emergency kit gives you three days of rations and more.

Science & Technology

Your Company is a Castle. Are You Prepared to Protect It From Invaders?

Paranoia is a good thing, especially in the realm of cybersecurity.

Thought Leaders

How Your Business Can Be Ahead of the Curve by Looking Backward and Thinking Forward

Time marches on, but the past teaches us what to avoid, anticipate, and hope for in the future.

Business News

Should Business Leaders Be Worried About the New Covid Strains?

By preparing early, you will have a major competitive advantage.

Growing a Business

Be Prepared For Anything

Food Network host and Top Chef star Carla Hall's advice for entrepreneurs: be proactive.

Thought Leaders

How to Create a Resilience Plan for Your Business

Disasters, natural and man-made, have entrepreneurs on alert. There's a new book out to serve as a survival guide.