Up and Running

AUGUST 29, 2014

Company culture is defined as the shared values, beliefs and practices of company employees including management. Knowing the culture in any business is important to ensure the long term health of the business. How can a business owner assess their company culture? Look for common employee behaviors.

Small Business 87

Small Business CPA Government North America 87

YoungUpstarts

MAY 7, 2020

Businesses can also use the money to pay interest on mortgages, rent and utilities. The great news about this program is that the loan will be forgiven if it’s used in this manner, so if you’ve already let your employees go, you can bring them back and pay them using this money.

Small Business 147

Small Business SBA Entrepreneur Software Review 147

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

I am retired but formerly have been a marketing director and involved in CPA financial services. Where to start for funding and does a business plan differ? Respectfully, WHERE TO START Dear Where-To-Start, The type of business you describe is sorely needed, but sounds like it may really be a non-profit.

Sweat Equity 188

Sweat Equity Entrepreneur Equity CPA 188

YoungUpstarts

MAY 20, 2018

In fact, according to the Small Business Administration , one-third of startups fail because they fail to give enough attention to their business’ financials. You need an adequate amount of cash to pay for the costs of running the business, from payroll to lead generation. Streamline Your Accounting.

Startup 140

Startup Salary CPA Small Business Administration 140

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

Approaching a banker without a business plan, and asking for money, is a sure way to be rejected and leave a bad first impression. Pay particular attention to the financials, and have a CPA friend review for reasonableness before presenting. Clean up your credit rating before you apply. Conduct meetings at your site, not at the bank.

Silicon Valley 431

Silicon Valley CPA Small Business Administration SBA 431

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 23, 2023

Approaching a banker without a business plan, and asking for money, is a sure way to be rejected and leave a bad first impression. Pay particular attention to the financials, and have a CPA friend review for reasonableness before presenting. Clean up your credit rating before you apply. Conduct meetings at your site, not at the bank.

Silicon Valley 292

Silicon Valley CPA Startup Small Business Administration 292

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 11, 2013

Approaching a banker without a business plan, and asking for money, is a sure way to be rejected and leave a bad first impression. Pay particular attention to the financials, and have a CPA friend review for reasonableness before presenting. Clean up your credit rating before you apply. Conduct meetings at your site, not at the bank.

Entrepreneur 252

Entrepreneur Angel Investor Silicon Valley CPA 252