The Benefits and Risks of Telecommuting
Many companies boarded the telecommuting bandwagon in the early 2000s — and with screen-sharing technology and so many virtual meeting options, who can blame them? Employees loved telecommuting because it…
Consultant Spotlight: Nancy Clauss
Nancy Clauss has developed a sharp eye for how businesses can become bloated with inefficiencies, lack of direction, and miscommunication – and how they can be retooled to a sleeker,…
The Sweetest Thing: An 8(a) Certification
The SBA's 8(a) Business Development certification benefits are amazing. With an 8(a) designation, you can receive government contracts for up to $4 million for goods and services, and up to…
Type 2 Fun with the SBA
One of my outdoor-loving friends recently introduced me to the concept of “Type 2 fun.” This is the idea that some “fun” activities are actually not enjoyable at the time.…
How Orangetheory Put Itself on Track to Achieve $1 Billion in Revenue
Establishing a fitness franchise in an oversaturated market can be a tall task, but it’s one that Orangetheory Fitness has accomplished. Through the use of hyper-targeted marketing, Orangetheory set itself…
4 Steps to Freelance Success
Becoming a full-time freelancer can be scary, especially if you haven’t planned accordingly. The key to overcoming this fear starts with strategy and preparation. Before you go all-in on freelancing,…
The Challenger Sale
There are two types of personality profile tests: the kind you take for fun on Facebook, and the kind that offers real insights to help you drive revenue. The Challenger…
You May Need a Franchise Financial Forecast If…
Suppose you're considering buying a franchise and you're facing any of the following situations: You need to source funds for your project. Your franchisor is asking you for a financial…
Do Immigrants Make Successful Entrepreneurs?
Over the past 5 years, I have spent a great deal of time working with immigrants who, for one reason or another, wish to try their hand at doing business…
Innovate or Die
Organizations cycle between exploration and exploitation. An exploration-oriented organization is full of innovation and creativity. It’s bursting with ideas, even if short on cash. Once an idea has manifested into…