[ad_1] This story originally appeared on Due Veteran-owned businesses have long been a key part of the American economic engine. Following World War II, an incredible 49.7 percent of returning veterans went on to start their own business. Today, according to the most recent census data, there are 2.45 million …

[ad_1] Your 20s can one of the most memorable times of your life. After all, you’ve just started to enter the workforce, have little responsibility and finally have a disposable income to call your own. However, even with all the freedom that youth provides, it can come with some significant financial consequences that …

[ad_1] This story originally appeared on Due On-time payments are vital to the health of your business. But inevitably, you’ll run into at least one customer who consistently fails to pay on time. If it continues to become a problem it’s on you to take proactive action and correct the …

[ad_1] The following excerpt is from Mark J. Kohler and Randall A. Luebke’s book The Business Owner’s Guide to Financial Freedom. Buy it now from Amazon | Barnes & Noble | iTunes | IndieBound Let’s get to the heart of why you and I can’t get independent advice from Wall …

[ad_1] One of my main ventures is in penny stock trading. But, I’ve been running various businesses for years. When I wrote an article on the >greatest stock mistake people can make, I realized you can apply those same rules to the world of business. I see young entrepreneurs making …

[ad_1] We’ve all seen those productivity studies circulating out there: Some claim that a certain mood will create a boost in productivity — “happiness,” for example, clocks in at a 12 percent boost. Other studies credit a food or beverage (or the lack thereof) for increased productivity — coffee is said to improve your alertness. …

[ad_1] When he launched Starbucks, Howard Schultz had a goal: to make his coffee shop the “third place” in a consumer’s life after home and work. Many successful years later, Starbucks is not just a place to grab coffee on the go; it has become a gathering place for friends, …

[ad_1] The following excerpt is from Perry Marshall, Keith Krance and Thomas Meloche’s book Ultimate Guide to Facebook Advertising. Buy it now from Amazon | Barnes & Noble | iBooks | IndieBound Like campaigns are simple. You can get in quickly, create a campaign right away and start seeing results. You’ll …

[ad_1] Even in a relatively upbeat economy with low unemployment, mass firings and major layoffs are big news, often putting brands under an unwelcome microscope. Recently, Tesla found itself in the spotlight over a decision to let go of hundreds of employees for low performance. In response, impacted employees have …

[ad_1] I have a confession: Before I met my wife four years ago, I’d never heard of “piano sensation” Jim Brickman. My not-yet wife, Rachael, was a fan of his music. As I listened, I realized I’d heard his music hundreds of times even though I didn’t know his name. Last …