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Procrastination, overspending and nail-biting are common examples of bad habits. Let's face it, everyone has their vices, but some bad habits are so hard to break.
Whether you are just branching out or gearing up for your umpteenth year in business, it never hurts to have a supportive network around you. Owning a business can not only be stressful but lonely.
Launching or transitioning your side job into a full-time venture is stressful, demanding and exciting. One of the first steps is to consider your startup costs, or expenses in the beginning phases of entrepreneurship.Startup costs will vary from ind
Ask the typical small business owner which methods his or her company uses to communicate with customers, and email is likely to be at or near the top of the list. But what happens as your business grows?
Don't think of a business plan as a formal document that's hard to do, useful only for startups, bank loan applications, and seeking investment. Think of it as a lean plan that's just lists and tables and is vital for optimizing business management.