7 Tips for Masterful Negotiating
Whether you're trying to close a major account or get a better rate from a vendor, here are expert pointers on how to win in negotiations. Read more
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Choosing the Right Accountant for Your Business
It's hard to find a good accountant—so hard, in fact, that it has become something of a running joke in the small business world. Here's how to get the rig... Read more
9 Ways to Make Your Business More Attractive to Investors
A private equity investor outlines how an entrepreneur can position his or her business to attract potential backers. Read more
How to Choose the Right Bank for Your Small Business
When you're just starting out, where should you turn for business banking and your future financing goals? Here's a guide to finding a financial institution ... Read more
How to Create an Estate Plan
For most entrepreneurs, their biggest asset is often their business. Taking steps to protect that asset now is one of the smartest things you can do as a bus... Read more
How to Write Off Travel and Entertainment Expenses
Are you perplexed by the 13-page IRS guidelines for deducting travel and entertainment expenses? Inc.com's shorter (less complicated) guide will help you fin... Read more
Tips On Streamlining Accounts Payable
Is your bookkeeping system failing to keep up with the rate of growth at your business? Here are some tips for upgrading your accounts payable process. Read more
How to Set Up Accounts Receivable
Who owes you money? Here's how to set up a bookkeeping and billing system to keep track of your accounts receivable. Read more
Tips for Streamlining Accounts Receivable
If you feel you are not getting paid promptly and in full by your customers, here are some simple ways to upgrade your billing system. Read more
How to Structure an Earn-out
When there's a valuation difference between what a buyer thinks a business is worth and what the seller expects to profit, an earn-out can bridge that gap. H... Read more
How to Set Up Accounts Payable
Here are some simple guidelines to follow in order to formalize your bookkeeping system for business payments and outstanding invoices. Read more
How to Present Your Business Plan
Hitting a home run with potential investors requires selecting the right pitch. Read more
How to Read a Term Sheet
Looking for venture capital? Don't be so quick to sign on the dotted line. Here's what you need to know about liquidation preferences and preferred stock. Read more
How to Fill Out a Loan Application
When it's time to ask for a loan to kick your idea into existence, the loan application – usually a standard form from your lender – is something you sim... Read more
How to Use Google's Tools for Building an Online Storefront
For small businesses just beginning to build an online presence, turning to cheap - or free - Google tools can be a simple solution. Read more
How to Hire a Marketing Director
Looking for a manager to develop and execute effective marketing solutions to cultivate growth? Here are some tips for incorporating the best hiring practice... Read more
How to Track Your Company's Critical Numbers
Working with a great accountant is an asset; leaning too hard on one can be a flaw. Here are key steps to boosting financial literacy and keeping a simple gu... Read more
How to Hire a Chief Financial Officer
The role of a chief financial officer has changed dramatically in recent years. In many growing businesses, the CFO serves as a partner to the CEO, helping o... Read more
What You Need to Know About Making a Personal Guarantee
When the bank asks you for a personal guarantee on your small business loan (and it will), here's what you need to know. Read more
How to Create a Personal Financial Statement
If you own a small business or are self-employed, this guide will help you track income and expenses on a regular basis. Read more
How to Prepare a Company for an Initial Public Offering
An initial public offering of stock can be viewed as the definitive sign of a company's success. Here is a look at the steps a company can take to prepare fo... Read more
How to Price Your Products
Pricing a product is "probably the toughest thing there is to do," according to an expert. Here's how to tackle it. Read more
How to Choose Business Accounting Software
From QuickBooks to NetSuite, there's plenty of accounting software out there to choose from. Here's how to pick the best one to serve your company's needs. Read more
How to Reduce Your Small Business Tax Bill
A look at helpful year-end tax tips, advice on making smart elections, and good tax resources for the small business owner. Read more
How to Maximize Holiday Sales and Profits
Advice for small businesses on how to prepare for the holiday season by generating customer loyalty, implementing timely marketing, and determining inventory... Read more
How to Price Business Services
Advice for small businesses on how to manage pricing strategies by calculating costs, considering different pricing models, and evaluating customer and compe... Read more
How to Lower Your Company's Energy Bills
How to use less energy and lower your business's utility bills Read more
How to Navigate Business Insolvency
Advice on bankruptcy, liquidation, reorganization, dealing with creditors, and financial insolvency. Read more
How to Get a Good Deal on a Lease
What it takes to negotiate a commercial lease in a renter's market Read more
How to Create a Smart Credit Policy
An entrepreneur's guide to offering trade credit, crafting a credit application, and evaluating a customer's credit-worthiness Read more
