Know Your Exit Before You Enter

Know Your Exit Before You Enter

“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” — Benjamin Franklin (This article is a follow-on from my “Top Ten Things I Wish I’d Known Before Starting My Business” article.) Some years ago during the recession when one part of my small business began to suffer...
Employees: My Top Management Insights For Owners

Employees: My Top Management Insights For Owners

My experience has shown that employee skills and expertise can be developed, but character cannot. — Wayland Coker (This article is a follow-on from my “Top Ten Things I Wish I’d Known Before Starting My Business” article.) For most businesses, there is no...
Should I Consider Debt For My Small Business?

Should I Consider Debt For My Small Business?

“Yes, debt can be very dangerous used unwisely. But, the truth is debt can be a good thing, too.” (This article is a follow-on from my “Top Ten Things I Wish I’d Known Before Starting My Business” article.) I don’t think there is anything more...
Uncertainty: Survival Tips for Your Business

Uncertainty: Survival Tips for Your Business

“It’s not IF things will go wrong, but WHEN things will go wrong.” (This article is a follow-on from my “Top Ten Things I Wish I’d Known Before Starting My Business” article.) One of the most difficult things small business owners and entrepreneurs have to...
Don’t Buy It Unless You Need It

Don’t Buy It Unless You Need It

It’s what goes on between your ears that will determine your decisions and therefore your spending actions. (This article is a follow-on from my “Top Ten Things I Wish I’d Known Before Starting My Business” article.) One of the great challenges in any...