Business Growth
Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Apply for an SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan. If your business is struggling in the wake of a disaster, these steps will guide you through the application process for a low-interest small business loan. By: Nicole Fallon,…
Read MoreThank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on 5 Smart Social Media Hacks for Busy Entrepreneurs. Boost your social media marketing efforts with these time-saving tips. By: Jessica Elliott, Contributor The social media user base includes more than half of the world’s population, and 71.6% look for brand information on social channels. Yet,…
Read MoreThank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on Want to Be a Great Public Speaker? These Are the Traits You Need. Great speakers aren’t just born that way — they actively work at getting better. Here are the eight must-have traits for a public speaker. By: Jamie Johnson, Contributor If you’re trying…
Read MoreThank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on What’s in a (Business) Name? 8 Traits That Will Make Yours Stand Out. Choosing the wrong business name can limit your growth and prevent you from connecting with your customers. Learn the eight traits of a great business name. By: Jamie Johnson, Contributor When…
Read MoreThank you to NerdWallet for providing the content on 4 Things Retailers Can Do to Prepare for Holiday Shoppers With a competitive shopping season just a couple of months away, brokers and e-commerce executives share their tips for small businesses looking to stand out. Cara Smith Even though we’re only at the tail end of…
Read MoreThank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on Nicole Marie Paperie Founder: ‘Start Small, Stay Focused, Be Patient’. Illustrator-turned-entrepreneur Nicole Alesi shares how she founded Nicole Marie Paperie and the lessons she’s learned from entrepreneurship. By: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary, Contributor Aspiring entrepreneurs may hesitate to start their businesses for many reasons, including a…
Read MoreThank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on Inside How 3 Startups Generated Exponential Sales Growth on TikTok. Babylist, Eterneva, and Liteboxer share the secrets of their viral success on the short-form video platform. By: Mark Hamstra, Contributor How three startups have grown sales using TikTok: Babylist, which offers customizable baby…
Read MoreThank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on 5 Effective Public Speaking Tips for Entrepreneurs. Avoid using corporate speak and focus on the audience to present your next pitch like a pro. By: Emily Heaslip, Contributor As an entrepreneur, you’ve probably put a lot of time and effort into honing your idea,…
Read MoreThank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on Is Your Business’s Diversity Statement Falling Flat? Here’s How to Tell. A recent study from the APA shows that internal diversity messaging doesn’t work when it’s focused on the benefit to the business. By: Katarina Betterton, Contributor Numerous articles and research reports have shown…
Read MoreThank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on 6 Steps to Performing a Competitive Analysis and How It Can Improve Your Business. Perform a competitive analysis to understand not only where your business stands, but where the market is headed next. By: Emily Heaslip, Contributor At times when consumers are keeping a…
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