Small Business Articles

Kurt Cortese loves things clean and he loves cleaning them. So, whether attending to his own home or servicing the grease trap...

For pumpers and plumbers, generating a phone call is not difficult. However, driving quality leads from the phone is another story. According to...

You’ve done it. You started your own business, you have a website built, and now you’re ready to start taking on more...

If you have your finger on the pulse of the American workplace, you’ve doubtless heard the term “quiet quitting.” To call it...

For Luanne Howland, co-owner of Apple Valley Pumping in East Wenatchee, Washington, being a woman in a male-dominated industry isn’t that big...

Got a big idea for a new business? Well then, you need the Big 4: an accountant, insurance agent, attorney and banker. A...

Entry 285699You’ve heard the old saying “time is money.” Certainly, business owners strive to use their time wisely and productively, serving clients,...

Triple C Sand & Gravel of Baker City, Oregon, has been a family business for generations, says Dawson Vanderwiele, family member and equipment operator....

As a small-business owner, getting sued is pretty much the last thing you want. Nevertheless, you should be prepared for it. Businesses can...

Construction is a risky business where passionate entrepreneurs often find success. A lot of focus is on completing the projects at hand,...

Question: I am coming up to retirement age soon. Jeff and Terri, can you share your thought process when you decided to sell...

Having a busy business schedule is often seen as a badge of success. According to a study conducted by the Journal of Consumer...

While managing employees can be an incredibly rewarding experience, it’s not without its fair share of struggles. Some of the most challenging...

Entry 285837Selling a company isn’t an easy. You spend a large portion of your working life trying to grow your company and now...