By J.L. on September 29, 2008
There are two professionals every business will need early on: an accountant and a lawyer. The reasons for hiring an accountant are pretty obvious, you need someone to help you set up your “chart of accounts,” review your numbers periodically, and prepare all of your necessary federal, state and local tax returns.
The reason for hiring a business attorney may not, however, be so apparent. A good business attorney will [...]
Posted in Start-Ups | Tagged capital, financing, law firm, small business, small business legal help, tax, venture capital
By J.L. on September 22, 2008
Setting up an e-commerce site couldn’t be simpler. Simply pick one of the following that’s right for you, log on and get started.
Many experts and entrepreneurs believe that building your own website is a no-brainer, thanks to the inexpensive, easy-to-use and sophisticated e-commerce services available. “If you’re a one to two-person firm, [you have] someone on your staff [who] can design a website and you only sell a few products, there’s no reason not [...]
Posted in Internet | Tagged e-commerce, promote, small business, tax
By J.L. on September 8, 2008
Want to spend your day getting things done instead of putting out fires? Here are some ways to do just that.
Technology
Streamlining your business technology can make life less of a headache for everyone. Entrepreneurs often “don’t realize they can make things easier,” says Kevin McElligott, founder of iTech Developers, a Nevada City, California, technology consulting firm [...]
Posted in Management | Tagged small business, strategy, tax
By J.L. on August 4, 2008
It doesn’t make good business sense to spend large amounts of capital to store and maintain hard copy information. As with all aspects of a company’s business, using technologies that will increase productivity and …
Posted in Tech | Tagged capital, customer service, customer service policy, tax
By J.L. on July 7, 2008
Too often, overnight success can quickly become a company’s worst nightmare. A small business that lacks the capital, staff or infrastructure to handle a big order or nationwide publicity can promptly get crushed when …
Posted in Management | Tagged capital, inventory, small business, strategy, tax
By J.L. on June 23, 2008
When the dreaded tax season comes around, whether you operate an online business or not, you’ll be feeling pretty much the same way every business person does. Here are some facts about your taxes that might help ease your fears and your woes.
Do you operate your business from your
Posted in Internet | Tagged legal fees, tax, tax law, taxes, types of attorneys
By J.L. on April 21, 2008
Money management is tricky business. In addition to customers, cash flow and managing your accounts properly is what keeps your business humming along. Consequently, getting paid in full and on time, as well as understanding …
Posted in Start-Ups | Tagged business license, capital, customer service, e-commerce, internet sales, inventory, small business, tax
By J.L. on January 28, 2008
It’s not enough to build a business worth a fortune; you have to make sure you have an exit strategy, a way to get the money back out. For entrepreneurs who like to plan ahead and for those of you who don’t but should, here are …
Posted in Management | Tagged capital, small business, strategy, tax
By J.L. on January 7, 2008
You’ve decided to strike out on your own. So, what kind of business structure will you choose? Answer these two questions and you’ve got your answer:
Posted in Start-Ups | Tagged business license, capital, small business, strategy, tax
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