Let’s experiment.
When it comes to growing my business I’m definitely not one for standing still - I don’t prescribe to the ‘wait and see’ mentality. Instead, I like to try different things all the time.
There’s such a variety of degrees available nowadays as more and more people are deciding to go to college. It’s no longer just a case of whether you’d like to be a lawyer or a doctor, as there are now so many degrees that you can choose from.
Crowdfunding has really come into its own in recent years, with sites like Kickstarter and Indiegogo helping to launch new products and even bring movies to the big screen thanks to generous investments from members of the public.
While outsiders might not be aware of the full story, Atlantians know that the Georgia capital is home to some of the top business leaders in the world. As home to 18 Fortune 500 companies, Atlanta is home to many well-known companies. It also has some of the most exciting small businesses in the US, along with some of the most exciting small business leaders too.
I’ve been busy trying to recruit a new salesperson for my team, which means I’ve been spending the past few nights reading résumé after résumé. Luckily, there were a few really great ones in there and interviews are pending, but I was surprised how hard I had to work to find them among pages and pages of seemingly endless résumé jargon.
As an entrepreneur I’m always interested to keep an eye on new start-ups. You never know what will be the next Facebook or Airbnb! There’s a lot even the most seasoned business people can learn from up and coming companies, particularly when it comes to creative thinking and taking chances.
As an entrepreneur I’m always interested to keep an eye on new start-ups. You never know what will be the next Facebook or Airbnb! There’s a lot even the most seasoned business people can learn from up and coming companies, particularly when it comes to creative thinking and taking chances.
We all know good marketing is essential for small businesses, but it’s something that all too many owners (including myself sometimes) put to one side because we simply don’t have the budget.
Without a social strategy for your business, you could be missing out on reaching a huge volume of potential customers.
If you've got a great idea for a business that has the potential to drive profits and generate a customer following, there is still the matter of transforming your idea into reality. There is more to creating a small business than simply opening up shop.
