Bootstrapping and Other People’s Money

Over the past several months you have been working diligently on an idea for a new business that is going to be your ticket to fame and more importantly, fortune.  Your due diligence has shown a several billion dollar market opportunity, and you are now convinced that you have the right strategies to garner a…

Does a Business Partner Add Value To Your Startup?

You have chosen to start a new business.  Having left “The Man” behind (your corporate job), you have decided now is the right time to launch your entrepreneurial venture.  After many years of being accountable to a boss, to your staff, and your co-workers, you are ready to venture out on your own.  You now…

Is Your Business an Asset to Your Community?

As an entrepreneur or small business owner, does your company spend time and/or money to positively contribute to your local community? If not, why not? While generally not part of a for-profit company’s “reason for being”, many organizations – both big and small – have made it their mission to be a contributing member to…

Affiliate Marketing – An Outstanding Opportunity for Entrepreneurs

Over the past decade my firm has operated a highly successful affiliate program that has enabled entrepreneurs and internet marketers to earn substantial sums of money selling our business planning software and other productivity tools. Affiliate marketing is an outstanding opportunity for companies interested in selling more products/services and individual entrepreneurs that are looking to…