Do you often entertain the idea of starting your own business? If so, you're not alone. Just about every working person has fleeting or recurring thoughts about chucking the nine-to-five rat race and opening the doors of their very own company. It's almost a human urge to be your own boss. So what does it...
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What does it take to succeed in business? You might ask yourself "do I have what it takes?" The magic is in the personality. Is there such a thing as an entrepreneur's personality? And, if there is, what is it? Here are some common entrepreneur personality traits: Passion When you love what you do there is...
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You may not believe me, but you will think differently about accounting after reading this. While the word “accounting” may strike fear into the hearts of some small business owners, keeping things in perspective can help. There are many ways to minimize the so-called “pain” associated with this part of running a business. After all,...
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For many of us, a personal nightmare scenario begins with the wrong people getting hold of login credentials to our banking, email, retirement savings, or any other critical account. If you have been following the news, you know that passwords are hacked or stolen by the millions. What if there was a technology that would...
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Guest post by Augustin Kennady eCommerce continues to grow in 2018 at an alarming rate, and with this growth comes the opportunity for more entrepreneurs to benefit by taking their share of the market. Historically, drop-shipping has been the most cost-effective way for aspiring entrepreneurs to dabble in eCommerce. However, as competition causes margins too...
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How do you know if you have the right idea for a startup? Is it really possible to ever know? Most startups fail. The better job you do validate your business idea the more likely will you succeed. And, you might wonder: Which metrics can I measure to prove that my startup idea is right?...
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The importance of data can not be understated. It’s incredibly vital for businesses because it helps them optimize their operations and expose variability. How companies obtain, keep, and use data has even become the subject of government inquiries. Companies such as Facebook, Amazon, Uber, and most recently even TikTok have found themselves in the...
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Let's face it; your accounting system is a mission-critical part of your business. Have you outgrown your accounting software? Is your accounting system a source of frustration in your business? Are you ready to implement the best possible accounting system customized and optimized for your business? The right accounting system will enable your...
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No matter where you live or how old you are, you know that it is hard to succeed in life. Regardless of age or social status, we all want to succeed. Even though we all want to succeed, our definition of success is different. If you just started a new job, success to you...
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If you have children, you’ve probably already thought about how to pay for their college expenses. It’s a safe bet you’ve also been bombarded with advice from well-meaning relatives, neighbors, and co-workers. Financial advisors who specialize in creative methods of paying for higher education recommend several approaches, depending on your current financial situation. In addition...
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Okay, so you’ve decided that you’re going to stop leaving your cash to gather dust in your savings account, and actually put it to some good use. That’s great news. However, you’ve got some work to do before you’re going to see the fruits of your labor. For instance, you’ll need to figure out where...
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Starting a business always takes money. Even if you are on a shoestring budget, you can still start a successful business if you find ways to minimize startup expenses. Something as simple as creating a written financial plan will help you save money. Every little money-saving tactic will add up; the end result could add...
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