Business Growth

How to Determine Your Startup Costs

September 22, 2022

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on How to Determine Your Startup Costs.  Starting a business comes with many unforeseen expenses — learn the four steps you can take to determine what you need to start a business. By: Dan Casarella, Contributor & Jamie Johnson, Contributor When you’re starting a business, knowing your startup…

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What Is ‘Grit’ and Why Do You Need It as an Entrepreneur?

September 22, 2022

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on What Is ‘Grit’ and Why Do You Need It as an Entrepreneur? Learn how persistence and resilience lead to entrepreneurial success. By: Jessica Elliott, Contributor Grit isn’t just a buzzword, nor is it solely a sign of mental toughness. Instead, it’s a trait that…

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6 Ways to Balance Managing Employees While Giving Them Freedom

September 22, 2022

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on 6 Ways to Balance Managing Employees While Giving Them Freedom. Managers who treat employees with respect while providing them with freedom in the workplace tend to have more successful teams. By: Kaytlyn Mroz, Contributor Business is not a one-size-fits-all approach; however, all companies can benefit from…

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Business Investors: A Guide to Knowing When and How to Find One

September 22, 2022

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on Business Investors: A Guide to Knowing When and How to Find One. Here’s what entrepreneurs should consider when looking for investment opportunities for their businesses. By: Kaylee Kolditz, Contributor & Dan Casarella, Contributor Partnering with an investor is one of the most significant decisions you can…

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How to Leverage Your Small Business Status in Your Marketing Plan

September 22, 2022

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on How to Leverage Your Small Business Status in Your Marketing Plan. Many consumers are ditching big-box stores to instead support local small businesses. Here’s how business owners can market to local customers. By: Miranda Fraraccio, Contributor In recent years, many consumers have made a…

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There Are 4+ Million New Businesses Since the Pandemic Started: Here’s Who They Are

September 22, 2022

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on There Are 4+ Million New Businesses Since the Pandemic Started: Here’s Who They Are. Data shows the rise in new businesses hasn’t slowed, despite recession fears and high inflation. By: Emily Heaslip, Contributor While the pandemic was difficult for most business owners, some entrepreneurs…

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Metro Atlanta’s Population Keeps Growing

September 20, 2022

Thank you to ATLANTA REGIONAL COMMISSION for providing the content on Metro Atlanta’s Population Keeps Growing. The Atlanta region continues to attract newcomers. Despite inflation and surging home prices, the job market remains robust. And this means more folks are calling metro Atlanta home. The 11-county region added 65,000 new residents from April 2021 to…

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One Surprising Reason Home Prices Keep Rising

September 20, 2022

Thank you to ATLANTA REGIONAL COMMISSION for providing the content on One Surprising Reason Home Prices Keep Rising. As home prices tick up, the dream of owning a home is becoming more and more elusive for many renters. As metro Atlanta’s population continues to grow, strong demand and a limited supply of stock are certainly driving…

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6 Inexpensive Perks and Benefits to Offer Your Employees

September 20, 2022

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on 6 Inexpensive Perks and Benefits to Offer Your Employees. If you’re just starting out as a business, here are some attractive yet affordable perks you can offer your workers. By: Sammi Caramela, Contributor & Miranda Fraraccio, Contributor From retirement planning to flexible hours to wellness programs,…

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10 Successful Companies Started by Women Founders

September 20, 2022

Thank you to CO–U.S. Chamber of Commerce for providing the content on 10 Successful Companies Started by Women Founders. The number of women-owned businesses continues to grow. Here are some of the best-known names in female-founded companies. By: Shannon Curley, Contributor According to the National Association of Women Business Owners, more than 11.6 million firms are owned by…

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