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Consumer buying habits have long been trending towards convenient shopping experiences, and have driven the subscription market forward dramatically in the past few years. You only have to look at companies like Dollar Shave Club to see just how popular and profitable a subscription model could be for your business. Dollar Shave Club, a subscription service offering cheap shaving razors … Read More
Why You Shouldn’t Pay for ‘Debt Relief’
As an entrepreneur, you’re well aware that even a solid business plan and a great product won’t protect you completely from unexpected downturns. Markets change, your costs can rise — and suddenly, you’re struggling to meet your obligations. This is when you may start noticing sales pitches from companies that offer a quick and easy solution to your stress. Here’s … Read More
Bitcoin: A Confusing Currency with the Potential of Amazon
If you ask about bitcoin and digital currency, you might be met with a confused look. It may be because the currency is digital and doesn’t exist in a form you can hold in your hand. Or, some of the confusion may exist simply because it’s a new way to look at currency. Bitcoin is only one of several digital … Read More
How to Make Current Employees Brand Advocates
A business’s best untapped resource for its brand is its own employees. They make up the faces that customers associate with a brand, whether negatively or positively. So, businesses should put their employees at the forefront of satisfaction efforts so they will want to become brand advocates. Build Brand Loyalty Building brand loyalty among employees isn’t an easy task and … Read More
Small Yet Responsible – Corporate Social Responsibility in Small Business
One of the ways you can demonstrate corporate social responsibility (CSR) as an established small business owner is to utilize a business loan in a way that benefits your community. For example, if you are in the foodservice business and receive funding for your restaurant, it is fine to share with your lender that you are using the loan in … Read More
6 Amazing Restaurant Trends to Look for in the Future
Restaurants come and go, but some restaurants set trends that provide a roadmap for success.
Small yet Responsible – Corporate Social Responsibility in Small Business
Small, yet responsible—you hear this in reference to children who show maturity beyond their age. This phrase can be applicable to small businesses too! Social responsibility, which is left if the ‘C’ is taken out of CSR, is relevant to one and all, be it a corporate or a citizen. This article explores what CSR means to small businesses and … Read More
Getting the Balance Right Between Business Credit and Personal Credit
The following suggestions will protect you from unnecessary personal debt and help you maintain a distinct separation between business and personal finances.
Closing the books on 2016
Many trends are poised to affect small businesses in 2017. We highlight a few in our year-end message.
Restaurant traffic remains stagnant. What can you do?
Strong consumer confidence isn’t trickling into the restaurant industry yet. What’s working? And how can you take advantage?