Writing an Operational Plan for Your Business
In 2010, Sean Bandawat acquired Jacob Bromwell, a specialty housewares company that's been in existence since 1819. Here, he shares his operational plan, foc... Read more
Business Owners' Toolkit
Setting Up Sales Territories
Deciding how to divide sales territories create the most efficient environment for your sales team is more difficult than just drawing lines on a map. Read more
Growing Your Company With Fewer Customers
A new study finds evidence to support the idea of 'less is more'. Here's why scaling your company with fewer clients may just contribute to your company's lo... Read more
Deciding Whether Your Business Needs a Mobile App
Mobile applications can be one of the best ways to keep your consumers engaged with your brand as they are on the move. But first you have to decide whether ... Read more
Determining If a Cash Advance Is Right for Your Business
While a quick source of capital, cash advances can be a gamble. Ask yourself these four questions before tapping into this source. Read more
Computer Consulting Agreement for Independent Contractors
The Computer Consulting Agreement For Independent Contractors is used by companies to form a subcontract with an independent contractor that is hired to do a... Read more
19 Strategies for Hiring the Best
This checklist will help you understand the most important principles in the art of hiring. Read more
Twelve Month Cash Flow Spreadsheet Template
The Twelve-Month Cash Flow Spreadsheet template is used by companies to measure performance by considering the cash flow of the business. Read more
12-Month Profit and Loss Projection Worksheet
The 12-Month Profit and Loss Projection Worksheet is used by companies to project profits and losses for up to 12 months in the future. Read more
Your Employees Like Hierarchy (No, Really)
Maybe it's not such a good idea to banish the org chart: A recent study reveals employees secretly like it. Read more
5 Things You Don't Know About Facebook
Is Facebook hiding posts from your page and making your business pay for the privilege of reaching your fans? The engineer behind Promoted Posts clears up th... Read more
Why Meetings Are a Waste of Time
Six reasons why I hate meetings, and what you can do to make them more efficient. Read more
Where to Find Great Start-up Ideas
Here's how to find ideas that are original, but not crazy. Read more
4 Ways to Stop Missing Out on Life for Work
Do you feel forced to choose between work and a satisfying personal life? In my career of coaching entrepreneurs, I've discovered these strategies to bridge ... Read more
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My Favorite Tool for Analyzing Financials
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