How to Raise Start-up Capital in 2011
It's a brave new world out there for start-ups seeking funding. With banks still hesitant, and VC's being choosy, what's your strategy going to be? Read more
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How to Build and Maintain Good Business Credit
In a tight economy, good credit is key to expanding your business. Here are a few tips to keep your credit on track. Read more
How to Cut Credit Card Costs
The key to cutting credit card costs is shopping around for the best rates, rewards, and credit options. Here are five tips on getting the best terms or cons... Read more
How to Give Your Franchise a Personal Touch
Making your franchise location stand out from the rest may be as easy as providing stellar customer service or adopting social media techniques to speak dire... Read more
How to Maintain Brand Consistency Across Product Lines
With a diversity of products, how do you keep your brand name pure? It's all about who your brand resonates with and why. Read more
How to Use the Government's Free Tools
The government has ramped up its free resources online and in-person for small business owners at any stage. Here's how to find all the information and servi... Read more
How to Use a Personal Asset Loan for Your Business
Need a loan, but don't have much to offer? Here's what to consider and how to protect yourself when using personal assets to secure a business loan. Read more
6 Tips on Entering Business Contests to Win
Improve your odds of walking away with prizes and publicity to help grow your company. Even if you lose, just applying to a competition can help boost business. Read more
How to Find Alternatives to Bank Financing
Traditional bank loans remain out of the reach of many businesses. Here are other options to consider, from factoring to merchant cash advances and microloans. Read more
6 Tips on Preparing for Strong Holiday Sales on Etsy
The impending holiday rush can be both a blessing and a curse for Etsy store owners. Inc. asked some seasoned, high-volume sellers to share their prep... Read more
How to Secure a Credit Line in 2011
If your budget shows you'll have financing needs next year, you better start talking to your lender now. Here's what they'll be looking for. Read more
How to Build a Board of Directors
Haunted by nightmare board-meeting scenarios? Here's how to assemble the best advisers for your business. Read more
How to Start a Pet Care Business
People really love their pets. Here's how to transfer the love for our furry friends into a profitable pet store business. Read more
How to Choose the Right Colors for Your Brand
The aesthetic of your product and its labeling can have a huge impact on sales. If you're DIY branding, here's how to find the right colors. Read more
How to Start a Boutique Hotel
Smaller, luxurious hotels have become popular as consumers look for more out of their vacation spending. Here's how you can start a successful non-branded in... Read more
How to Start a Sole Proprietorship
Sole proprietorships are so easy to establish that you may already own one without realizing it -- all the more reason for getting set up properly so that yo... Read more
How to Find Out What Your Business Is Really Worth
Whether you want to sell or not, it’s natural to wonder what your business could fetch on the market. Entrepreneur John Warrillow offers up some resources. Read more
How to Write a Promissory Note
Raising money from family or friends is easy capital. Just be sure to follow basic but important lending guidelines when making a binding agreement to pay it... Read more
How to Pitch to Angel Investors
You may have sheer minutes to impress private investors, with success or failure hinging on how clearly and confidently you can deliver your presentation. Read more
How to Write a Business Plan for a Retail Business
A sound business plan can help any budding entrepreneur lay the groundwork for a successful store. Read more
How to Hire a Business Development Director
The business development director plays a key role in growing your business. Here's how to hire for this important role. Read more
How to Bootstrap Your Public Relations
Looking for ways around hiring a PR specialist or outsourcing your publicity? Take - and master - the DIY approach. Read more
10 Steps to Starting a Business in Toronto
Toronto might be too modest to brag about its status as an entrepreneurial haven, but it's ripe for start-ups. Here's how to get your company started in Cana... Read more
How to Meet Angel Investors
The most effective way to get set up with people who will invest in your fledgling business is to actively and creatively seek them out. Read more
How to Build a Bootstrapping Culture
Here are some tips to the art of building a business with little or no cash. Read more
How to Write an Executive Summary
When you’re trying to sell an idea to a potential investor, you’ll need to craft the pitch-perfect executive summary. Here’s how to write a summary tha... Read more
How to Run a Successful Organic Restaurant
Organic restaurants are popping up all over. Here are 8 things for you to consider if you want to start one. Read more
How to Raise Venture Capital
Pursuing venture capital is an important step for a rapidly growing business – but watch out for potential landmines. Read more
How to Manage Your Company's Brand
Your brand is your mark of distinction. Here's how to construct a brand management strategy that will inspire trust in your company. Read more
How to Write a Summary Business Plan
A business plan doesn't have to be all encompassing, especially when you're trying to generate buzz. Here are the elements you really need. Read more