Blog posts tagged with "Startup Business"

When you decide to start a business, you may consider yourself an entrepreneur. After all, an entrepreneur is an individual who runs their own business. Typically, they’re motivated, creative, and resourceful.

Are you interested in starting a business? If so, you’ll have a lot of responsibilities.  And although you’ll have the freedom to make your own decisions, you’ll also face unprecedented challenges. You can endure these challenges when you’re prepared, though. It’s crucial to learn as much as you can about your industry. You also need to understand the legal environment of business and how this can affect you as a business owner.

If you’ve made the decision to start a business, congratulations! Being a business owner comes with flexible hours, unlimited earning potential, and other notable perks. One of the most important questions you should ask yourself as a new business owner is “should I pursue a DBA or LLC?”  The answer depends on how you plan to conduct business.

While nothing can match the experience of building a business, there are some books that provide timeless, practical advice for entrepreneurs. Whether you already run a successful company or are preparing to start a venture, the right reading list can help you reach your business goals.

Owning a business is a great way to do what you’re passionate about every day. If you have a good idea and the right execution, it can also be very profitable.

Starting a new business in the United States is tough. In fact, just half of businesses with employees last for more than five years. The reason for this is that many of these businesses simply don’t have enough cash on hand to pay their expenses.

If you own a company with your business partner, opening a joint bank account may sound like a good idea. It’s convenient, consolidates your finances, and you can both access it freely. Still, that doesn’t mean opening a joint account is a no-brainer.

Many people know Oregon for its diverse landscape, temperate climate, never-ending breweries, and of course – the quirky city of Portland. Oregon also boasts over 320,000 small businesses and is home to household brands like Nike, Adidas, Precision Castparts, and Columbia Sportswear.

A loan is a loan, right? Well, in principle it is, but when it comes to the loan process, you may be faced with the decision of applying for a business or personal loan.

According to the National Association of Women Business Owners, there are more than 11.6 million woman-owned businesses. However, women in business also face significant challenges in comparison to male entrepreneurs. These challenges include lack of funding, limited knowledge, and fear of failure.