by In the world of business, it’s usually key members of your team and figureheads in the industry that can have the biggest impact on your brand’s growth. For example, while an influencer at the lower end of the industry can offer you a small audience and exposure, it’s nothing compared to what a top-end…
by Building a business up from an idea takes a lot of hard work. It may have started as a seed in your mind, a thought of one day having this business, bringing this product to market or working within a particular industry. That idea gets built upon as you finally take that risk and…
by Choosing the right employees can be essential to the success of your business. With a motivated group of self-starters, you’re far more likely to access the innovative, creative and passion drive you’re looking for to help build your company into something special. Of course, it isn’t just employees who can help your firm…
by It’s exciting to launch a new business, but statistics show that the majority of new businesses will fail within the first five years. There are several reasons why this may happen, from someone’s inexperience running a business to ineffective marketing strategies. Below are the most common reasons why businesses fail, so you know what…
by Houston has had a lot of problems! In the past months, Houston has seen multiple hazardous materials explosions, leaks, and shipping accidents. The Houston Chronicle has reported on scores of truck and train accidents causing injury and death throughout the state. But Texas has no monopoly on hazardous materials disasters. Any rail or…
by Many business owners have spent the majority of their whole life working on their business and making it the success it is today. This has allowed them to live the life that they have worked so hard to create, as it has been their primary source of income. However, no business owner (or anyone…
by Managing a business isn’t easy, and it’s not always possible to know exactly what to do next or what solutions will be the right one for a business. This is where a business coach comes in. The right coach is going to be a guiding force, helping you reach all of your business-related goals.…
by Every musician is waiting for that perfect gig. One that features the dream venue and a huge payoff in terms of exposure and money. Unfortunately, this is often just a dream for many bands, as finding this perfect gig remains unattainable without some type of fan base, to begin with. While clubs and…
by On average, business insurance increases by 10 to 20 percent per year. Fuel surcharges are added to the cost of airline tickets even after the cost of oil drops by 50 percent. A wholesale supplier increases the cost of must-have materials by 10 percent on an annual basis. Small business owners constantly face…
by No one is ever ready for tax season, even though it keeps coming every year around the same time. If you’re bewildered on a yearly basis regarding the actual nature of 1099 tax forms you keep receiving, no worries, we’ve got it covered. If you’re wondering what is a 1099, keep on reading for…