Most owners start and fund the initial growth of their business through a combination of their own personal savings, borrowing from family and friends, and maxing out their credit cards. As those sources of money dwindle or become tapped out, the growth of the business can often be stifled by this lack of capital. It’s at this point that many business owners approach alternative money sources (e.g. bankers or investors)
How Do I Start Small?
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How Do I Get Better At Running My Business?
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How Do I Use My Financials Statements To Make Better Business Decisions?
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How Do I Rebound From Losing A Big Customer?
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Do You Know Where All Your $ Is Hiding In Your Business?
In This Episode We have found that most owners don’t have a good handle on exactly how much money they […]
How Do I Deal With The Litany of Excuses for Late or Non-Payment?
In This Episode Just about every business owner we’ve met has had to deal with collecting payment from customers who […]