SWOT Analysis Step 5: Developing Actionable Strategies
by Lisa Furgison
Our SWOT challenge was designed to give entrepreneurs a look at their business. Once you have completed your SWOT analysis, here's how to proceed. Read more »
How to Start a Farm: Your Complete Guide to Success
by Candice Landau
If you're wondering how to start a farm, you've come to the right place. This guide will walk you through every stage of starting a farm, from finding land to financing and beyond. Read more »
How to Make Sense of Your Small Business Financial Statements
by Caron Beesley
The profit and loss statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement are some of your most powerful tools for understanding your business's health. Here's how to use them. Read more »
6 Aspects of Digital Marketing No Entrepreneur Can Afford to Ignore
by Shay Berman
You can't expect to master digital marketing by just using every available tool—you’ll want to develop a more thorough digital marketing strategy and plan. Read more »
Why There’s Never Been a Better Time to Become a Consultant (and 15 Insights for Success)
by Elaine Biech
Many businesses turn to consultants because they can’t do everything in-house anymore—so there’s never been a better time to start a consulting business. Read more »
SWOT Analysis Challenge Step 4: How to Identify Threats
by Lisa Furgison
Every business owner, no matter what stage, should conduct a SWOT analysis on their business. Here's how to determine your threats, so you can be prepared and reduce risk. Read more »
SWOT Analysis Step 3: How to Identify Opportunities
by Lisa Furgison
A good entrepreneur is always on the hunt for new opportunities—and one of the best ways to identify opportunities is to complete a SWOT analysis. Read more »
How to Solve the Biggest Shipping and Fulfillment Challenges of 2019
by Aaron Chichioco
If you’re an ecommerce retailer, here are some of the shipping and fulfillment challenges you may encounter, and how to handle them. Read more »
10 Tips for Finding Outside Investors for Your Business
by Tim Berry
Do you know how to get outside funding? Here are 10 tips to maximize your chances of success and figure out what kind of funding is best for your business. Read more »
SWOT Analysis Step 2: How to Identify Weaknesses
by Lisa Furgison
Use a SWOT matrix framework and list of key questions to complete the second step of a SWOT analysis: identifying business weaknesses. Read more »
Are You Ready to Run Your Own Gym or Fitness Center?
by Bruce Hakutizwi
Owning a fitness center can be rewarding, but do you have what it takes? Learn how to set yourself apart in the competitive landscape of gym ownership. Read more »
Cannabis Business Payment and Cash Management Options
by Carson O'Connell
Wondering how to accept payments for your cannabis business? Here are your options for payment processing and cash management. Read more »
How to Protect Your Startup’s Website From Malware and Cyber Attacks
by Monique Becenti
Building your website is an easy way to get your business off the ground—but it can leave you open to malware and cyber attacks. Here's how to keep your site safe. Read more »
Stop Apologizing: Widen Your Focus to Grow in Business and in Life
by Alyssa Powell
To be successful, do you really have to pick just one area to devote your attention? Here's why you should widen your focus—and why you shouldn't apologize for it. Read more »
Create a Business Plan for Fewer Hassles and Faster Growth
by John Lavelle
You're bound to run into hassles while starting your business. But, writing a business plan can help reduce friction and make the process run more smoothly. Read more »
How to Start a Brewery: Growing Your Own Craft Beer Business
by Anthony St. Clair
Want to learn how to start a brewery? This guide will tell you everything you need to know about starting a brewery, from planning, to licensing, and more. Read more »
4 Networking Tips for New Nonprofits
by Kevin Xu
Starting a nonprofit is challenging—and when it comes to successfully running a nonprofit, networking is important. Here are 4 tips for nonprofit networking. Read more »
How to Find Beta Testers to Validate Your Business Idea
by Scott Miraglia
You can't know for sure if everyone will be as excited about your new business as you are. But, getting beta testers to validate your business idea can help. Read more »
5 People You Should Talk With Before Starting a Business
by Lisa Furgison
Thinking of becoming an entrepreneur and starting your own company? Make sure to talk to these 5 people before you start a business. Read more »
Why Bootstrapping Might Be the Best Way to Fund Your Startup
by Tim Berry
Most startup funding resources focus on getting investment or loans—but the reality is that the majority of startups are bootstrapped. Here's what bootstrapping looks like, why it's a good thing for startups, and where the money actually comes from. Read more »
