Category: Running a Business

Why Your DUNS Number Matters

Why Your DUNS Number Matters

Getting a business loan is a different process from getting a personal loan. While banks and other lenders look at your personal finances and credit history when reviewing an application for a personal credit card, mortgage, auto loan, or other borrowing, they want detailed business information when approving business loans. You may not even realize that your business has its own credit scores and tracking numbers, including the very important DUNS number. Follow this guide to learn more about the… Read More
Selling LulaRoe: How Much Money Can You Really Make?

Selling LulaRoe: How Much Money Can You Really Make?

The buttery-soft leggings and the multi-color, casual-yet-sassy dresses, skirts, and tops have become all the rage among America’s moms – so much so that it’s hard not to spot a trademark LulaRoe piece on a trip to the grocery store. And though those coveted black leggings are seemingly impossible to get your hands on (trust me, I’ve tried), finding a LulaRoe consultant isn’t nearly as hard. Since 2016, the fairly young company has seen a big bump in consultant numbers,… Read More
How to Handle Employee Vacation Requests

How to Handle Employee Vacation Requests

Vacations are an important piece of the workplace puzzle. They revitalize employees, making them happier and more productive. In fact, studies show that 77% of human resource managers believe that employees who take most or all of their vacation time are more productive in their jobs than those who do not (that includes you, boss person). That said, scheduling employee time off, especially during peak vacation times, can be a headache for even the most organized employers. However, there are ways you can… Read More
How to Start a Business With a Criminal Record

How to Start a Business With a Criminal Record

Did you make a big mistake in your past that haunts you to this day? Getting a job with a criminal record can be a serious challenge, which is why more and more ex-cons are looking to the world of self-employment as an opportunity to build an income, or build a lifestyle with more freedom than a traditional day job. If you have a criminal record and want to start a business, follow along with this guide to get the… Read More
The Free Co-Working Space That’s Hiding Right Under Your Nose

The Free Co-Working Space That’s Hiding Right Under Your Nose

Entrepreneurship can be lonely, especially in the early days before a business is large enough to hire a team. Many entrepreneurs are turning to co-working spaces to get out of their home (or coffee shop) and to meet other entrepreneurs. But these spaces aren’t available in every city — or in rural areas, in particular — and they cost money, which is often in short supply. It can be especially hard to justify spending money on a membership if you… Read More
How to Choose the Right Website Builder

How to Choose the Right Website Builder

If you own a business, you may need a website. Sure, you can have a social media account (or several), but a website is home base. It's where you showcase your products and services, host your content, gather leads, and really establish credibility.   That said, one of the biggest problems that new business owners face is designing the website. If you don't have a background in web design, or a kind friend willing to help out, you typically have one… Read More