Starting a Business
Not sure how to start your business? Whether you're looking to start a small business or are searching for grants, discover all the steps to starting a business.
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Many people dream of having their own business, and today, that dream often extends to doing so remotely. But what does it take to make that dream a reality?
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Here are some places to start if you are trying to raise money from a global or local VC firm.
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As the gig economy grows, it is crucial for stakeholders, including governments, businesses and workers, to collaborate in crafting balanced regulations that safeguard the rights and well-being of gig workers while fostering innovation and adaptability.
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Here are a few things to consider when choosing a location for your business.
How Remote Work Trends Are Shaping Real Estate Demands
The shift to remote work impacted both the commercial and residential real estate markets — here's how.
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Preparing to sell your rental investment is a chore. It's even more complicated if you have current tenants. Explore five things to help you prepare for what's ahead when you're thinking about selling your rental property.
4 Ways to Increase Efficiency Within Your Business
If you can make these kinds of changes with confidence, you can pave the way for your company to survive the present and thrive in the future.
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There are many easy-to-overlook factors that, when tended to properly, can give your startup a much higher chance of taking off.
The Rise and Impact of Independent Contractors in 2023
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These Retirees Just Wanted Their Cats to Drink More Water. Now Their Remote Side Hustle Makes $80,000 a Year.
This couple wanted to make and sell something from the comfort of their home. Now they're offering up their playbook for others.
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From music to skincare, learn the unconventional journey of Mike Einziger and Ann Marie Simpson-Einziger.
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We put together a list of the best, most profitable small business ideas for entrepreneurs to pursue in 2023.
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Unveiling the power of passive income for everyone.
Can You Turn Your Side Hustle into a Business? Consider These 3 Things.
A side hustle is very different than a business. Here are three things to consider to make the transition successful.
How a Cheese Board Side Hustle Grossed $1 Million in Three Years
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7 Questions Every Founder Should Ask Potential Investors
Investors ask a lot of questions, but you should also be interviewing them. Here's what to ask.
It Can Be Hard Raising Capital For a Small Business — But These 3 Ways Really Work.
It can be hard to raise capital for a small local business if you haven't learned the right strategies. Ultimately, however, raising capital is possible at any level — if you employ the correct approach. Here's how.
Bootstrapping vs. Seeking Venture Capital — How to Decide the Best Avenue for Your Business
Funding your idea is one of the most crucial aspects of getting your business off of the ground. But what's the best option between bootstrapping and seeking venture capital?
When to Know If Rebranding the Right Move For You — and What You Should Focus on When It's Time
Discover if rebranding is what your company needs to work on by asking yourself key questions about why you want to rebrand in the first place and which key areas are most important to focus on, whether that be a refresh, partial or full rebrand.
AI vs. a Human Touch: Finding The Right Balance When It Comes to Branding
With branding at the forefront of every marketing strategy, finding the balance between AI and genuine human interaction will help brands foster authentic connections and enhance the customer experience, ultimately driving them ahead of the competition and facilitating long-term growth.
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Zūm started out selling its "Uber for kids" service to parents. But then its founder realized they could sell to school districts, and have a much bigger impact. Of course, that was easier said than done.