March was Women in Business month and this week we link to a couple of excellent interview articles that show us how some successful women have managed their careers, personal lives, and businesses. Further, I was pleased to have the chance to offer a bit of advice for mom’s considering the startup path for an […]
Mighty oaks from little acorns grow. – Traditional English proverb. I’m willing to wager that many of you reading this have a regular routine of stopping by your favorite local barista each day to pick up a flavorful coffee drink. If that’s you, according to one estimate I saw recently, you’re spending some $800 a […]
Question: Do I need to start my business as Corporation sole or LLC to eliminate my business from getting the negative credibility I have personally? Suzanne Hargrave Susan-Says®: One of the primary reasons to organize a company as a corporation or LLC (Limited Liability Company) is to provide protection against personal liability when something goes […]
In speaking to business owners and “people in career transitions” nationwide, I am often called upon to speculate about the future. For example, I am frequently asked: What businesses should I be thinking of starting now? What businesses will still be around in ten years’ time? Where will tomorrow’s jobs be? Will there BE a […]
A few weeks ago I spoke to a group of young people interested in entrepreneurship. One of the audience members asked this question: “Do I need to have a business background to start a business? Will I be way in over my head?” If you needed a business background to start a business, a lot […]