Efficiency is critical for small businesses to succeed. With limited budgets and rising customer expectations, digital tools provide significant advantages. These technologies streamline operations, improve customer interactions, and enhance profitability. Adopting the right tools helps small businesses stay competitive and carve out a distinct market presence. Efficient PDF Management Tools Managing documents efficiently is essential […]
Small business owners wear many hats, juggling responsibilities ranging from operations to financial management. One of the most critical aspects of running a business is securing financing when needed. While factors like business plans and revenue forecasts are important, a less obvious but equally crucial component is the business owner's credit score. This three-digit number […]
TikTok Ban Looms: Uncertainty Grows for Creators and Small Businesses The future of TikTok in the United States is in jeopardy, with a nationwide ban potentially set to go into effect on January 19. This move could irreversibly alter the digital marketing landscape, leaving creators and small businesses scrambling to adapt. TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, […]
Established in 2020 under the CAREs Act, the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) is a refundable tax credit designed to enable employers to keep their employees on the payroll during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, various myths and misconceptions surround the Employee Retention Tax Credit, inhibiting most small business owners from applying for the tax credit. In this article, we highlight four common misunderstandings that may prevent you from maximising ERTC.
Searches around “packaging for small businesses” have risen by 496% according to Google, so it’s clear that business owners are wanting to improve the packaging they use for their products. You’ll often hear: “It’s what's inside that counts.” But, with packaging, what’s on the outside can be just as important. If you need convincing, here […]
Raising funding is an all-consuming task that can be stressful, demoralising, distracts you from growth and, often, bears no fruit. What is more, investors want to see traction while you are in the process, but if you are a small company where the founder is the sales team, this can be challenging. Accelerator programmes ease […]
80% of businesses with less than 500 employees make it through their first year, and only 50% of small companies make it to their fifth year. While this may seem daunting, there are ways small businesses can overcome some of the most common financial challenges. 1. Inconsistent Cash Flow Inconsistent cash flow can be caused […]
Annie Button, professional content writer and branding aficionado, explores the importance of steady cash flow for small businesses. Cash flow is something that is often overlooked or not understood by small business owners as they grow. As smaller businesses grow, their bills will naturally get larger. This means that it becomes necessary to have enough […]
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