Archive for the ‘business news’ Category
Missold PPI (Payment Protection Insurance Claims)
March 19th, 2010 | Author: Noobpreneur | 113 views
PPI claims
By Danny Chapman
The Financial Services Authority is being urged by consumer groups to crackdown on the financial institutions responsible for misselling PPI according to the Daily Mail. Missold PPI is the current biggest problem for the FSA, who have held further consultations on the matters in hand. It is clear the banks are lobbying the FSA for concessions as they try to reduce their liability for missold PPI, with PPI claims being a growing area of disgruntled…
The Greatest Accomplishment of Health Care Reform
March 17th, 2010 | Author: Mitch Biggs | 232 views
Health care reform
The recent barrage of political posturing over Health Care Reform has been a blessing. Finally, the American people understand how abusive the elected officials have been with our trust. With an administration touting transparency, back room deals and Chicago politics have no place upon the American ideals we were founded.
Disgusting would be an understatement. My idea of an elected official is not for them to say what they think I want to hear and then vote…
We Suck Less
February 25th, 2010 | Author: Scott Messinger | 314 views
We suck less
Back in 1985 I was working for (a Texas based Technology company ). We were bidding on a very large multi-million dollar computer based project for the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Part of the bidding process involved all us potential vendors travelling via buses throughout the Los Angeles area viewing a dozen of the 700+ schools that would potentially buy and use our systems. While driving thru the various areas of LA I had seen white…
The Search for Start-Up Capital: Entrepreneurs Should Investigate Royalty Based Financing
February 3rd, 2010 | Author: Chris Birk | 698 views
Royalty Based Financing
Entrepreneurs in search of investment capital walk a financial tightwire.
In traditional angel investment or venture capital circles, the give-and-take is relatively clear: The entrepreneur cedes equity in exchange for much-needed capital. That can still prove a bitter pill for some small business owners, frustrated by the valuation debate or worried about losing control of their dream.
That’s why entrepreneurs should take note of an investment model beginning to pick up steam:…
Posted in business news | Tags: investment capital, royalty-based financing, start-up capital, venture capital | No Comments »
Working Capital – Where’s The Cash?
January 30th, 2010 | Author: Mitch Biggs | 659 views
Working capital
Remember the Wendy’s fast food chain tagline, “Where’s the Beef?” Buyers ask, “Where’s The Cash?”
Working capital is essential to operating a successful business. There must be free flowing cash to pay the bills. Simply stated, CASH makes the economy function and credit is the great (cash) enhancer!
Buyers, sellers, business brokers and other professionals need to not only understand working capital, but know how to leverage it to close more deals.
Most accountants agree that the definition…
Posted in business blogging, business legal, business negotiation, business news, business tips | Tags: business broker, buy business, sell business, working capital | 2 Comments »
How to Brand Your Business Email Communication Like a Pro on a Shoestring Budget
January 29th, 2010 | Author: Noobpreneur | 605 views
Email in a box
Small business owners are experts in minimising costs and maximising results. In your business email communications, using the right software can help you boost your sales and business branding on a shoestring budget.
Other than a Webpreneur, I am also a Web and Graphic Designer. I do understand that in order to succeed, small businesses need to brand themselves properly.
Creating poor company logo will destroy your business branding. Setting up a…
5 Reasons You Should Consider Selling Your Business in 2010
January 20th, 2010 | Author: Mitch Biggs | 699 views
Sell a business
The 2010 new year brings with it the time when business owners review their strategic plan and business goals. Many of the owners we talk to are wondering if this is the year to consider selling the business. There are five specific reasons why it would make sense to sell in 2010.
There are many factors that determine best timing for selling a small business — the financial condition of the company, valuation, growth cycle, profit history, and…
Posted in about business, business news, business tips | Tags: 2010 business trends, Business advice, business broker, reasons to sell business | 1 Comment »
Why Surety Bonds Can Prove Crucial for Start-Ups
January 11th, 2010 | Author: Chris Birk | 492 views
Start-Ups and Surety Bonds
Entrepreneurs generally have a mile-long checklist in the build up to launching their new venture.
But one item in particular routinely fails to make the cut: Surety bonds. And that can prove a painful omission depending on your industry and your overall financial profile.
In short, surety bonds are like a form of credit. For many entrepreneurs, surety bonds will be a key part of the state licensing process. Posting a…
Start or Buy a Green Business: Measure Twice – Cut Once
January 7th, 2010 | Author: Scott Messinger | 866 views
green jobs for green business
I believe a disconnect exist between all the news media exposure regarding the “green movement”, “green jobs” and the actual mindset of most small business owners and entrepreneurs.  It is no doubt that “green” has become one of the more reported on phenomenon over the last couple of years.  The US election had strong ties to green promises and future jobs. This mantra has created general optimism. One of the most…
Venture Capital Opportunities for Small Businesses
December 24th, 2009 | Author: Chris Birk | 900 views
venture capital
Counted among the nation’s most powerful homegrown companies, AOL, FedEx, Intel and Apple all share another common bond: These multibillion-dollar companies each started thanks to venture capital fostered by the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Today, each of those companies generates more than $30 billion in annual revenue. But in the early going, they all turned to small-business funding to get off the ground.
An injection of capital from a Small Business Investment Company fueled the rise of these…
2010 Small Business Global Outlook
December 15th, 2009 | Author: Noobpreneur | 912 views
Small business 2010
Will small business and the topics surrounding it hot in 2010? According to Google Insights, global interest of search engine users on small business topics is declining – less competition for you and me, perhaps?
If you haven’t tried to use Google Insights, you should try now – the Google tool can give you enough insights (hence the name) on the topic or keywords you specify.
In my case, I would like to…
