You spend nights tossing and turning in bed wondering how you can attract new customers to your business. Many of us think of social media, a new web site or doing video. These are all great. But don’t forget the importance of the physical look and feel of your business, as well. I'm excited...
Too often we complain that our business is not growing the way it should. Too often we wonder why others seem to be passing us by. I find that SOMETIMES it's because we are not putting in the work. See the video below. I know you're thinking to yourself - Ramon I work hard. But are...
On February 26, the third annual America’s Main Streets contest kicks off to help consumers, small business owners and Main Street organizations reward a deserving Main Street with $25,000 in cash and sponsor-related prizes. From their press release, America’s Main Streets play an important role in the long-term success of communities and help build a sense of place...
FedEx Corp. recently announced the launch of its sixth annual FedEx Small Business Grant Contest, which recognizes passionate and innovative small businesses from across the country who aspire to take their businesses to the next level. From their press release, this year, the contest offers a total prize pool of $120,500 to ten U.S....
As a business owner, your greatest stress is likely ensuring you have enough money to run your operations. Even if you have a lucrative business, there might be times that you require more financing, and that’s okay. Many business owners turn to alternative lenders to receive the additional working capital they need. Still, there...
Donna Miller is the founder of working space C3 Workplace in New Jersey. In addition to giving business owners a place to work, C3 Workplace also helps provide office support services as well. See the interview here. In this fun and informative interview with Ramon Ray they discuss: How do you take an online relationship offline and...
“The customer is always right” is a popular edict among business owners. But how many entrepreneurs actually live by that rule 100 percent of the time? Justin Finkelman, founder of customizable clothing company Fitness Wear understands the importance of this saying more than most. And living by it has allowed the company to provide a high level...
Starting a business with a friend? It could be a recipe for disaster. And yet, these two best friends decided to drop out of Corporate America to buy and operate a t-shirt franchise. Have they lost their marbles, or are they geniuses? Robyn Brewington and Lisa Hughes, who have been friends since 2014, met at...
Entrepreneurs are perpetually stretched thin, so it’s easy to see why some of them throw their business receipts in a folder, or spend cash without checking the budget, or establish a company credit card without a system for documentation and follow-up. If you want to be a successful entrepreneur; however, there’s no room for...
This article on Sustaining Innovation vs Disruptive Innovation is published in partnership with Campbellsville University. “Innovation is widely regarded as the single most important ingredient in today’s economy,” according to entrepreneur Faisal Hoque at Fast Company. Innovation not only impacts global economies and business models but the quality of life of people. Innovation has changed the way people...
