If you own a business and accept credit card payments from customers – or would like to be able to – a credit card transaction processor is a vital partner. Selecting one with the right terms and conditions that are acceptable to you is equally important to the success of…
Experts Weigh In: How do You Build Long-Term Relationship With Your Customers?
Building a strong customer base can be tough. Turning those customers into long-term customers who’ll come back time and time again is even tougher. Small business owners were asked how they create long-term relationships with their customers and this is what they had to say: “The best way to build…
Small Business in the News: Nov 14 – 20, 2015
We know there is too much to keep up with when you’re a busy entrepreneur, so we compile small business news highlights each week for you to read only what matters most. Here is a summary of the top stories for November 14 –20, 2015. Three SMBs Named Finalists For Coveted…
Business Loan vs. Business Credit Card
It’s an unfortunate statistic for entrepreneurs, but only about half of all new start-ups survive five years or more. Whether it’s because they didn’t complete a thorough analysis of their industry or simply didn’t have the demand they thought they would, wannabe small businesses that close up shop typically end…
Small Business in the News: Nov 7 – 13, 2015
We know there is too much to keep up with when you’re a busy entrepreneur, so we compile small business news highlights each week for you to read only what matters most. Here is a summary of the top stories for November 7 –13, 2015. American Express Removes Incentive for…
4 Catalysts to Funding Your Startup
A startup is generally viewed as a company that’s at the idea-building stage and has little to no established client base or revenue. If you’re trying to secure funding for your company with no revenue, your sources of capital are limited. No established lender will fund a business that's lacking…
The Rise of Hybrid Finance
Ever since the Global Financial Crisis of 2008, banks have been hesitant to provide business loans to anyone. It seems as though the banks tightened their lending requirements the moment that most businesses needed them, leaving people with nowhere to turn. The businesses that survived this era of turmoil are…
Small Business in the News: Oct 31 – Nov 6, 2015
We know there is too much to keep up with when you’re a busy entrepreneur, so we compile small business news highlights each week for you to read only what matters most. Here is a summary of the top stories for October 31-November 6, 2015. Business Owners Optimistic This Holiday…
Supporting Veteran Owned Small Businesses
This week we’re celebrating National Veterans Small Business Week. Hosted by the Small Business Administration, this week involves over 100 events around the country applauding the success of veteran entrepreneurs and demonstrating the existing support military veterans can receive from the SBA. Among the many events SBA offices and partners…
