How to Survive a Recession
Tuesday, June 21, 2022
News outlets and economists are sounding the alarm on the increasing probability of a recession in the US. While very different from Great Recession of 2008, the ground rules for surviving any recession are similar. We are republishing a blog that may provide helpful advice on how to weather the financial storm on the horizon.... Continue Reading
Posted In: Entrepreneurs & Start-Ups
Using Cost Structure Analysis to Maximize Profit
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
This cost structure analysis example can help you calculate the best way to increase profit for your startup or existing business.... Continue Reading
Posted In: Business Strategies
When to Use Independent Contractors
Tuesday, January 7, 2020
Contract workers often provide cost savings and flexibility for your business, but employees come with their own advantages. Here are some factors to consider.... Continue Reading
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What Is Peer-To-Peer Business Funding?
Monday, October 28, 2019
The premise and business model of P2P is fairly simple: People lend money to one another and to small businesses via the Internet.... Continue Reading
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How to Write an Operations Manual (And Stay Sane)
Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Want to know how to write an operations manual for your business without losing your mind? Here's the easiest way to go about it.... Continue Reading
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How Financial Leverage Works
Monday, March 25, 2013
Learn more about financial leverage in this great article.... Continue Reading
Posted In: About Corporations
What Is Operating Leverage
Monday, March 18, 2013
Fixed costs (as opposed to variable) increase operating leverage, but business owners have to determine whether the fixed cost investment is the right move.... Continue Reading
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Capital Structuring: an Introduction
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Too much debt increases the likelihood that a company won’t be able to repay that debt, and it becomes a riskier investment for both debt and equity investors.... Continue Reading
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Break-Even Analysis
Monday, February 11, 2013
The premise of the break-even analysis is quite simple; it tells us what level of sales we need to reach in order to avoid losses, and thus helps stop us from entering markets where we have no chance of making a profit.... Continue Reading
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Capital Budgeting
Monday, February 4, 2013
Learn more about Capital budgeting, the preferred means of making long-term investment decisions.... Continue Reading
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"Percent of Sales" Business Forecasting
Monday, January 28, 2013
Percent of sales forecasting can predict and plan for financing requirements that may accompany increased sales.... Continue Reading
Posted In: Business Strategies
Creating a Budget
Monday, January 7, 2013
Steps to help guide you in setting up a budget for your business.... Continue Reading
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Transitioning to Professional Independence
Monday, November 12, 2012
Many of us have to make the transition to working for ourselves. Here is some advice on navigating the road to professional independence.... Continue Reading
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Cash Management Basics
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Learn the basics of cash management for your business.... Continue Reading
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The Two Key Elements of a Press Release
Monday, September 24, 2012
Have you have ever wondered how to write a press release for your business? Here's the answer, plus tips on how to make it interesting!... Continue Reading
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