Category: Growing a Business

Business Loan Brokers vs. Direct Lenders: Who’s Better for You?

March 13, 2020 Ty Kiisel

So you’ve realized you need a business loan. You’ve probably searched for options a few times already, and you’re now at the point where you know the basics of business financing, but you’ve still got important questions. Namely: should you work with a direct business lender or a business loan broker to get your funding? The answer isn’t always straightforward, especially since there are hundreds of companies offering funding for small business owners in the United States alone. The picture… Read More

Types of Business Loans: Compare Business Funding

March 7, 2020 Susan Guillory

Looking for funding to grow your business? You’re not alone. Problems with cash flow is one of the most common causes for small business failure. That’s why many small business owners pursue one or multiple sources of financing to start, expand, or sustain their companies. It helps to be informed, regardless of where you choose to get your funding. Different types of business loans or funding will come with varying requirements, from business revenues to personal credit scores, repayment terms… Read More

How to Scale Your SaaS Company in 2023

March 6, 2020 Tiffany Verbeck

With so many software startups in the current landscape, it seems like only a special few find the right formula for scaling their early-stage successes. But there are ways to replicate the early wins and repeat them on a large, long-term scale. You’ll need a comprehensive plan for achieving sustainable growth if you want customers to stay engaged in your brand and continue buying your software service. In this post, we’ll go over seven ideas that will help you grow… Read More

Infographic: How Businesses can Build Trust With Employees

February 29, 2020 Ty Kiisel

What makes for a great employee? Every business wants people of high integrity who are driven, talented, dedicated, and creatively resourceful. But how can you attract and retain these employees? It has to start with a work environment built on trust. Businesses in which employees trust each other and their management is much more likely to have high revenue than businesses where trust is low. Let’s take a look at this well-done infographic to see how businesses can create cultures… Read More

24 Ways to Improve Cash Flow for Your Small Business in 2024

February 3, 2020 Jennifer Lobb

Jump to SectionShareFacebookLinkedInTwitterShare LinkCash Flow vs. ProfitCalculate Cash FlowImprove Operational CostsImprove Payment OptionsInvest in MarketingOrganize Your FinancesHow Nav Can Help While there’s more than one way to evaluate the financial health of your business, few are as closely related to success or failure as negative cash flow. Cash flow is the net amount of cash that flows in and out of your business. Cash flow management is essential for long-term growth. But how do you go about it? The most… Read More

The 9 Small Business Conferences You’re Missing Out On in 2020

January 2, 2020 Linsey Knerl

If you ask small business owners about their favorite ways to grow their sales and get new customers, they almost always include networking somewhere on that list. That’s because it’s just that effective. But sadly, networking opportunities and small business development efforts can be pushed aside in the busy day-to-day of running a business. That's where small business conferences can come in. While they can be an efficient way to get industry insights, learn skills, or find vendors, it's the… Read More