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Finding a Venture Capital FirmMany ventures are faced with the challenging task of raising venture capital. The first part of this process is finding the right venture capital firm (VC).
Debt Collection TechniquesHere are some sound debt collection techniques that can be followed by businesses to mitigate the bad debt crisis:Sending a pre-collection letter. Hiring a collection agency.
7 Advantages to IncorporatingThere's no question that hard work and a little luck is what it takes to BE successful. But a little knowledge, especially when it comes to setting up your business, will help you STAY successful.
Is Your Business Property Safe and Secure?Security Professionals provide the products and services necessary to create a safe and secure workplace for you and your employees. Products such as lever hardware, panic and exit devices, desk locks and high security key control systems, as well as security boxes and safes, can help you protect your business and property.
Buying a FranchiseBuying a franchise is not for everyone. This guide will help you evaluate whether buying a franchise is right for you.
What To Consider Before Buying A FranchiseHere are some useful tips on what to consider before buying a franchise. Before investing in any franchise system, be sure to get a copy of the franchisor's disclosure document.
Shopping For a FranchiseShopping for a franchise is easy if you know what you are doing. You can choose between radio adverts, newspaper adverts, personal recommendation, Internet, or visit a franchise exhibition.
How To Select a FranchiseHere are some useful tips on how to select a franchise. When selecting a franchise, carefully consider a number of factors, such as the demand for the products or services, likely competition, the franchisor's background, and the level of support you will receive because like any other investment, purchasing a franchise is a risk.
How To Start a Small BusinessNot sure how to start a small business? This guide will offer you some useful tips on the basic requirements of starting a small business.Initially, there are two types of businesses available to you, Sole Trader or Partnership.
Pet Grooming BusinessDo you like animals? Would you like to work for yourself? Pet grooming could be the career for you.A grooming business is more than just washing dogs.
How to Get Maximum Results With Minimum EffortGet maximum results with minimum effort. Sounds great doesn't it? The key is leverage.
Most Franchises Are Small Home BusinessesMany of our nations 400,000 franchisees run their businesses out of their homes and therefore their home addresses and phone numbers are listed in the Unifrom Franchsie Offering Circular's, attachments. Uniform Franchise Circulars, UFOC, are for franchise buyers and they explain the investment involved.
Small Businesses With Work Trucks; A WarningIf you are a non-operator owner of many work trucks, you should keep your business credit card with you not leave it in one of the trucks. You should not issue them to employees without strict guidlines.
Auto Detailers and Competitive Aspects of Automobile DetailingThere are both fixed and mobile detailers. Consumers often will use either or both during the life of their car.
Competition in the Mobile Car Wash IndustryWe have all seen the mobile washing units cruising our city, usually they are trucks, vans or trailer set ups with a water tank and a pressure washer unit aboard. They market their services with flyers and business cards, however most of their business comes from weekly repeats and referrals.
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